CBP Seattle Warns of Major Delays Due to Presence of Gypsy Moths
The Port of Seattle's ability to efficiently inspect and reinspect cargo following discovery of an Asian Gypsy Moth (AGMs) may be seriously limited by sequestration, said CBP's Seattle field office in a March 27 trade information notice (TIN). The budget constraints and CBP furloughs may result in "significant delays to the release of vessels and the discharge of their cargo," said the TIN. The notice reminds shippers that the high risk season for AGMs is approaching and that vessel crews should look for, remove and treat AGM egg masses during transit from high risk countries in Asia to help reduce delays.
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CBP requests that vessel agents provide two-year port of call data, at least 96 hours prior to vessel arrival, said the TIN. The information can be sent to Seattleagriculture@cbp.dhs.gov. The agency also recommends getting AGM certificates while visiting high risk ports.
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