CBP Issues 'Blanket' Authorization for Immediate Delivery Procedures for Year-End Shipments
CBP is issuing a “blanket” authorization to allow the release of most types of merchandise on or after Dec. 17 through Dec. 31 under Immediate Delivery (ID) procedures, it said in a CSMS message. Many entry filers make regular use of ID procedures for fresh fruits and vegetables and other merchandise from Mexico and Canada, etc.
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Allows Any 2020 HTS Changes to Be Available Early
This “blanket” authorization allows filers of eligible goods released during the period of Dec. 17-31 to file using the interim Harmonized Tariff Schedule changes, which take effect on or after Jan. 1, 2020.
Instructions for ABI and Paper Entries
Automated Broker Interface (ABI) entry transmissions, including the “paperless” provisional messages, “will establish the desired entry date by using the estimated entry date in the summary transmission ('AE' transmissions). This 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 tariff changes or special programs,” CBP said. “Under ID procedures, the entry/entry summary must be filed within 10 working days after release. This blanket authority only extends to shipments released December 17, 2019 through December 31, 2019. No grace period will be granted for the purpose of timely filing.”
Restrictions on Use of These Blanket ID Procedures
The following restrictions have been placed on the use of these blanket ID 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 ID release under 19 CFR 142.21(e) may still be released under ID. 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.