CBP Issues 'Blanket' Authorization for Immediate Delivery Procedures for Year-End Shipments
CBP issued a CSMS message announcing that in accordance with 19 CFR 142.21(i), it is issuing a "blanket" authorization to allow the release of most types of merchandise on or after Dec. 18 through Dec. 31 under Immediate Delivery (I.D.) procedures. Many entry filers make regular use of I.D. procedures for fresh fruits and vegetables and other merchandise from Mexico and Canada, etc.
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Allows Any 2014 HTS Changes to be Available Early
This "blanket" authorization allows filers of eligible goods released during the period of Dec. 18-Dec. 31 to file using the interim HTS.
Instructions for ABI and Paper Entries
ABI entry transmissions, including the "paperless" provisional message, will establish the desired entry date by using the estimated entry date in the summary transmission ("EI" transmission).
In those instances in which the paper CBP Form 3461/CBP Form 3461(ALT) is used as the entry document and the importer wishes to elect I.D., a line must be drawn through the word "Entry" on the document.
Either of the above steps (ABI or paper CBP forms) will identify the change from "entry" to "immediate delivery" and will allow filers to elect a date of entry in order to take advantage of any tariff changes or special programs.
Entry/Entry Summaries Due Within 10 Working Days of Release
Under I.D. procedures, the entry/entry summary must be filed within 10 working days after release. This blanket authority extends to shipments released within the timeframe mentioned above, and no grace period will be granted for the purpose of timely filing I.D. entry summaries under this one-time allowance.
Restrictions on Use of These Blanket I.D. Procedures
The following restrictions have been placed on the use of these blanket I.D. procedures:
- Merchandise moved under an Immediate Transportation entry (type 61) is not eligible for this blanket authorization.
- Tariff rate quota (TRQ) merchandise previously authorized for I.D. release under 19 CFR 142.21(e) may still be released under I.D. However, the entry summary shall be presented within the time specified in 19 CFR 142.23 (i.e. within 10 working days after the merchandise or any part of the merchandise is authorized for release) or within the quota period, whichever expires first.
CBP contact - Laurie Dempsey (202) 863-6509