Shawn McManigal poses an important question: what are the key factors involved in choosing a third party logistics provider? It depends on what you need, such as labeling, kitting, pick…
Archives for September 2016
U.S. Customs Delays Latest ACE Programming Deployment
Customs announced Wednesday that the planned deployment of additional ACE capabilities, scheduled for implementation on October 29, 2016, has been delayed. CBP stated that they continue toรขโฌยฆ
October GRI Postponed, Holiday Delays Expected
Major steamship lines have postponed the scheduled October 1, 2016, General Rate Increase (GRI), and instead will try to implement on October 15th. Early indications are that the October 15th rate increase will be minimal, and there is a good possibility
(B)logistics: FMC Offers Dispute Option for Hanjin Cargo; GRIs, & Golden Week
In this week’s West Coast Wednesday, Mark Hirzel also discusses terminal efficiency at the ports of LA/LB, postponed GRIs, and China’s upcoming Golden Week.ย Shippers incurring “unreasonable” fees from cargo impacted…
Trade Facilitation & Trade Enforcement Act – Quick Primer
TFTEA, the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act, has major implications for importers and exporters. From drawback reform to increased enforcement on trade priority areas, this Act was signed into…
2016 Food Facility Registration Biennial Renewal
Under the Bioterrorism Act of 2002 and the Food Safety Modernization Act of 2011, facilities which engage in the manufacturing, processing, packing or holding of food which is to be consumed in the United States, must register with the Food and Drug Admin
(B)logistics: Trade Facilitation & Trade Enforcement Act
The newly-passed Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act (TFTEA) covers myriad topics. Amy Magnus, Deringer’s Director of Customs Affairs and Compliance, provides a quick overview of some of its highlights.…
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) Declarations
On January 5, 2015, President Obama issued a proclamation requiring all agencies to receive import data via the International Trade Data System (ITDS) by the end of 2016. The ITDS system is a clearinghouse of information allowing various Federal agencies
(B)logistics: SOLAS & Hanjin Progress, Hanjin Exports Delayed
OSHA certificates can be used in place of a VGM certificate to satisfy SOLAS requirements. Some Hanjin shipments are offloading, but cargo exports scheduled via Hanjin aren’t moving and some…
Customs Extends ACE Deadline for Post-Release Functions
On Thursday, September 8, 2016, US Customs announced a one month extension to begin mandatory filing in the new Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) of post-release documents for imported goods.