CBP Modifies NCAP Test, Expands Number of Participants
CBP announced modifications to the National Customs Automation Program (NCAP) test regarding the simplified entry functionality in the Automated Commercial Environment. It modified the test's participant selection criteria to reflect that the C-TPAT status of an importer for whom a customs broker files a Simplified Entry is no longer an eligibility criterion. The test is no longer limited to nine participants and CBP is accepting applications from interested parties wishing to participate in the test. Prior unsuccessful applicants must reapply to be considered, it said.
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CBP will try to accept new eligible applicants on a first come first served basis, but if the number of applicants exceeds CBP's administrative capabilities, CBP will reserve the right to select eligible participants in order to achieve a diverse participant pool, it said.
The initial phase of the test will run until about Dec. 31, 2013. Comments or questions and indications of interest in participating in Simplified Entry should be submitted to cbpsimplifiedprocess@dhs.gov. Further information: Steve Hilsen, stephen.hilsen@dhs.gov.