CBP Administrative Messages, Web Postings, Etc
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued a notice regarding CITA's designation that certain woven 100% cotton, double-napped flannel fabric, classified in HTS 5209.31.6050 for use in products covered by textile categories 340, 341, 347, 348, 350, 351 and woven underwear in category 352, are in short supply ("commercially unavailable") under the CBTPA) CBP states that claims for short supply under HTS 9820.11.27 may be accepted on or after February 3, 2005, provided that the apparel articles meet certain specifications (see notice for specifications). (See ITT's Online Archives or 02/07/05 news, 05020725, for BP summary of CITA's designation. (TBT-05-004, 02/15/05, available at http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/import/textiles_and_quotas/tbts/TBT2005/tbt_05_004.ctt/tbt_05_004.doc)
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1. Short Supply ("Commercially Unavailable") Designation Under CBTPA
2. VOCCs/Master VOCCs that Have Become Sea AMS Operational
CBP has announced that the following vessel operating common carriers (VOCCs) and master VOCCs have become Sea AMS operational:
| VOCC/Master VOCC (SCAC) | Adm |
|---|---|
| Marachart Shipping Co. (MCHP) | 05-0111 |
| Elmira Shipping & Trading (ESKI) | 05-0113 |
| Sirena Marine Inc. (SIRN) | 05-0149 |
| C.A. Maritima Oceanica (CAMM) | 05-0096 |
3. Air AMS Expansions
CBP has announced the following Air Automated Manifest System (AMS) expansions:
| Participant | Carrier code | Port | Effective Date | Adm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Flight Air, Inc. DBA Tradewind Airlines | Z44 / U | MIA (5206) | 02/11/05 | 05-0159 |
| Caribex Worldwide | Z15 / U | SJU (4913) | 02/17/04 | 05-0182 |