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What does the Advance Manifest Rule enforce?
This Advance Manifest Rule requires carriers and Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) to file manifests at least 24 hours prior to loading the containers on vessels destined for the United States.
How will the carriers and NVOCCs file manifests at least 24 hours prior to loading?
They are required to be filed electronically using the Customs Automated Manifest System (AMS). As the commissioner of Customs Robert Bonner recently said, "The days of presenting paper documents at the border or port are numbered." NVOCCs that don't use AMS must file their data through the ocean carrier.
When does the Advance Manifest Rule go into effect?
The rule became effective December 2, 2002, however, Customs is allowing a 60 day grace period to carriers and NVOCCs. Enforcement action for noncompliance to the new rule will not take effect until after February 1st, 2003.
What information must be transmitted to U.S. Customs at least 24 hours prior to
merchandise being loaded on the vessel destined for the United States?
Who is liable for errors in the transmission of the required manifest
information?
The NVOCCs and Carriers are liable for errors or omissions as well as timely transmission of the manifest information.
What does Customs mean by a "precise description of cargo"?
The Federal Register states: Customs is now requiring accurate cargo descriptions. Generic descriptions, specifically those such as "FAK" (freight of all kinds), "general cargo", and "STC" (said to contain) are not acceptable. Moreover, general characterizations such as "chemicals" or "foodstuffs" will be considered overbroad. Therefore, a precise description should aim at being specific, and should include the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) numbers to the 6-digit level.
We hope this summary helps clarify the new Advance Manifest Rule. This rule
applies now to ocean vessels, but by August 2003, all modes of
transportation will have the same requirements. If you have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact us.
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