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Did the London Bridge Really Fall Down??? Not really… but its U.S. Customs Declaration was the World’s Largest Antique to Ever be Sold!
London Bridge wasn't exactly falling in the 1960s; however, it was sinking under the weight of modern traffic. When the capital city in England decided to build another to replace it, the 1831 bridge was put up for sale. The winning bid came from Robert P. McCulloch, American entrepreneur and chairman of McCulloch Oil Company.
McCulloch paid $2,460,000—plus shipping costs of around $240,000—to bring the bridge to the United States piece by piece. CBP declared the 137-year-old bridge to be an “antique” and therefore duty free. It took three years to complete the bridge and remains one of Arizona’s most visited tourist attractions!
It’s Spring Break! Leaving the country with your furry friends? Do they need a passport? KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
All resident pets leaving the United States must send relevant paperwork required for the destination country to the State USDA office for endorsement prior to leaving the country. Additionally, transiting pets whose permits or health certificates have expired will be required to obtain these documents in the United States and have them endorsed prior to leaving the country.
Pets returning to the United States are subject to the same passport requirements as those entering for the first time. This means that pet owners returning to the United States should have a new health certificate completed by a vet in the country you are visiting if you stay for more than 30 days.
Traveling internationally anytime soon? Think twice before coming back with a switchblade in your pocket!
Before you return to the United States with a switchblade knife you should know that your local police jurisdiction might have regulations. Also, switchblade knives are prohibited and may be subject to seizure upon entry into the United States EXCEPT for those imported by a one-armed person. CFR19 12.98.
In the month of February, love is celebrated on Valentine’s Day! Have you ever used the term “love you to the moon and back?” Did you know that if you actually go to the moon and back you would have to declare your goods??
On July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 made history with the first human operated expedition to the moon. Upon return, Astronaut Neil Armstrong and his colleagues had to declare the moon rock and moon dust samples to customs officials upon their return!
Happy Valentine’s Day!!!
It’s a new year!! Are your compliance processes and procedures in place? Did you know that JAS Corporate Compliance offers internal auditing and other value add services? We offer the following services for clients that include but not limited to:
For more information on any of these services, please contact your local JAS Representative today
It’s the Holidays! Welcome Home! Have you ever travelled to a foreign country with your laptop or an electronic device? Did you know that U.S. Customs has the right to search (and detain if necessary) your electronic device upon entry into the United States? U.S. Customs and Border Protection encourages travelers to “Know Before You Go” when traveling to a foreign country and returning home to the United States during the holiday season.
A few quick tips: Take appropriate travel documents, declare goods, foods, and gifts honestly! Safe travels and Happy Holidays!
Do you prefer wine or beer?
You may know your drink of choice, but do you know which one was exported the most from the United States in 2017? Wine or Beer?? USA Trade Online has all the details!
Did you know that over 10% of pet owners dress up their pets in Halloween costumes? For importation purposes, pet costumes are considered saddlery and harnesses for animals and are classified in heading 4201 of the tariff book while other festive and entertainment articles are classified in chapter 95 of the tariff book. Happy Halloween!
September is the only month with the same number of letters in its name as the number of the month: it is the NINTH month and has NINE letters!
Additionally, the first day of fall is in September. As the weather cools down, it is the perfect time to indulge in some of the most popular fall flavored coffee, tea, and spices! Coffee, tea, and spices are classified in chapter NINE of the Schedule B and HTS Tariff book!!!!
It's time for back to school shopping! Some of the top school supplies are backpacks, pens, pencils, notebooks, binders, paper, and so many more!!! Did you know that among several of these school supplies, the HTS number can be used for both import and export? Read this article from the U.S. Census Bureau as to why some HTS codes can be used for export in many cases!
Question of the Day: If a shipment is made in Japan and exported to the United States then later exported to China, what is the country of origin of the cargo?
Did you know that the country of origin will still be Japan regardless of the length of time the cargo remains in the United States? According to CFR 19 Part 102 Rules of Origin says that the origin of a product is the country of manufacture, production or growth of the article. If the cargo was not manipulated, the country or origin remains the same.
Importers, have you signed up for periodic monthly statements?
Did you know that Periodic Monthly Statements (PMS) allows users to consolidate the payment of duties and taxes to Customs on a monthly basis? With this capability, operations for many filers have changed from a day to day payment process to a consolidated account based payment process. JAS Forwarding can help you with this!
Please contact your JAS representative today for more information!
Did you know that U.S. Manufactures ship billions of dollars in products for Valentine’s Day?
Last year these were the top three product categories and value of products shipped:
Multiple media outlets are reporting that the paused tariffs with Canada and Mexico will go into effect on March 4, 2025. It has also been stated that the 10% additional tariffs on goods from China implemented in early February may be increased to 20% effective on March 4, 2025.
To read our advisory, check out the file below.
As the Administration continues to announce numerous new tariffs on various imported goods, it is crucial for importers to review their continuous bond sufficiency. With increased tariff rates and new product categories subject to additional duties, the potential for higher liabilities has significantly risen.
To read the full advisory check out the link below:
On February 11, 2025, the President issued a proclamation regarding the importation of steel and aluminum articles, increasing tariff rates to 25% from all countries. As part of that proclamation, it was announced that there would be expanded 25% tariffs to include key downstream products (derivatives) for both steel and aluminum. The Annex containing those products has been drafted and is expected to be officially published in the Federal Register on February 18, 2025.
Key Points:
• There are 167 new codes for steel downstream products (derivatives) subject to the 25% tariff referenced in this proclamation (covering 4 different chapters of the HTSUS).
• There are 123 new codes for aluminum downstream products (derivatives) subject to the 25% tariff referenced in this proclamation (covering 11 different chapters of the HTSUS).
To read the draft Federal Register, and access our Excel listing of HTS affected, click the links below:
On February 13, 2025, during a news conference, the President directed agencies to investigate plans for reciprocal tariffs. In attendance, Howard Lutnick, the Commerce Secretary nominee commented that the investigation will likely be completed by April 1 and that the President could act as soon as that investigation is complete.
Click below to read the full advisory.
In March 2019, JAS Forwarding Miami Branch was very pleased to have MSA Security on site for a live demo of their canine screening process. The 3PK9 Security Program allows airlines and freight forwarders to utilize private sector canine teams as a primary screening method. Essentially, reducing time and cost compared to other screening procedures.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will pull around 750 officers off ports of entry and redeploy them to process record numbers of migrant families entering the United States at the Mexico border, the head of the agency said on Wednesday.
The agency is also redirecting service personnel and expanding food, transportation and medical contracts to meet migrants' humanitarian needs while maintaining border security, CBP Commissioner Kevin McAleenan said at a news conference in El Paso, Texas.
"There will be impacts to traffic at the border. There will be a slowdown in the processing of trade," he said.
G-TEC 2019
Date: July 29-30, 2019
Location: New Orleans, LA
The NCBFAA Educational Institute invites all global logistics professionals to its Fifth Annual Global Trade Educational Conference (G·TEC). This two-day event in beautiful New Orleans, LA will give customs brokers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, OTI, service providers, importers, exporters and all global logistics professionals an opportunity to update themselves on industry developments and connect with colleagues new and old.
BIS Annual Update Conference 2019
Date: July 9-11, 2019
Location: Washington, DC
The Bureau of Industry and Security’s annual Update Export Control Policy Conference gives the exporting community the opportunity to learn first-hand from senior U.S. Government officials about current issues and trends in export control policies, regulations and practices. This major outreach activity draws business and government representatives from around the world to exchange ideas about export control issues. It provides attendees with the opportunity to interact with U.S. Government officials about programs and services offered by U.S. Government and industry exhibitors. It is one of the Department of Commerce’s most notable international trade events.
Did the London Bridge Really Fall Down??? Not really… but its U.S. Customs Declaration was the World’s Largest Antique to Ever be Sold!
London Bridge wasn't exactly falling in the 1960s; however, it was sinking under the weight of modern traffic. When the capital city in England decided to build another to replace it, the 1831 bridge was put up for sale. The winning bid came from Robert P. McCulloch, American entrepreneur and chairman of McCulloch Oil Company.
McCulloch paid $2,460,000—plus shipping costs of around $240,000—to bring the bridge to the United States piece by piece. CBP declared the 137-year-old bridge to be an “antique” and therefore duty free. It took three years to complete the bridge and remains one of Arizona’s most visited tourist attractions!
2019 Census Webinar Series
Date: April 2019 – June 2019
The U.S. Census Bureau will conduct a series of free data access webinars to all interested data users. To learn about and to register for the webinars, please visit Census Academy at the link provided.
SAVE THE DATE: BIS Update Conference 2019
Date: July 9-11, 2019
Location: Washington, DC
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is preparing for the annual Update Conference on Export Controls and Policy in Washington, D.C. This major outreach activity draws business and government representatives from around the world to learn and exchange ideas about export control issues. It is one of the Department’s most notable international trade events.
2019 G-TEC Conference
Date: July 29 – 30, 2019
Location: New Orleans, LA
The NCBFAA Educational Institute is proud to invite all global logistics professionals to the 5th Annual Global Trade Education Conference (G-TEC). This two-day event in New Orleans, LA will give customs brokers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, service providers, importers, exporters and all global logistics professionals an opportunity to update themselves on industry developments.
It’s Spring Break! Leaving the country with your furry friends? Do they need a passport? KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
All resident pets leaving the United States must send relevant paperwork required for the destination country to the State USDA office for endorsement prior to leaving the country. Additionally, transiting pets whose permits or health certificates have expired will be required to obtain these documents in the United States and have them endorsed prior to leaving the country.
Pets returning to the United States are subject to the same passport requirements as those entering for the first time. This means that pet owners returning to the United States should have a new health certificate completed by a vet in the country you are visiting if you stay for more than 30 days.
On March 27th, JAS USA Compliance conducted or first FREE webinar open to current and potential JAS Import Clients. During this session, we discussed Section 232 & 301 tariffs and how it affects customs bonds, tariff exclusions and more! Please find the link below to review all of the questions and answers that were discussed in the webinar session. More webinars to come throughout the year!
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has issued another list of product exclusions on March 25th from Section 301 tariffs on goods from China. The product exclusions apply retroactively to July 6, 2018 and will remain in effect until one year from the date of the notice in the Federal Register. The first list of exclusions was issued on December 28, 2018 and will also remain in effect until one year from the date of the notice in the Federal Register.
On 02/15/2019, Commerce published in the Federal Register a notice of lifting the suspension of antidumping duties on truck and bus tires from China. The notice is effective February 15, 2019 and supersedes any previous instructions terminating the antidumping duty.
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) implemented its Air Cargo Advanced Screening (ACAS) requirements for cargo entering the country following the completion of a pilot program. In the final ruling, DHS required air cargo data be submitted to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before the aircraft is loaded, differing from previous requirements that the information be provided four hours before arrival. Previously a voluntary process (in which many airlines already participated), the program is now mandatory for airlines flying inbound to the United States. This is a necessary measure as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continues to raise the bar on aviation security worldwide.
The U.S. Mexico Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA) could require that changes to existing law are necessary to bring the U.S. into compliance with several obligations under the new trade agreement. Legislation to implement the USMCA could be introduced and considered by Congress within the next few months.
An announcement was made by the USTR that India (the biggest recipient of the Generalized System of Preferences) will be terminated from the program after the mandatory 60-day waiting period. Additionally, Turkey (which is the fifth-largest beneficiary of the program) is being terminated because its economy has developed sufficiently that it should no longer benefit from preferential market access.
In December, President Trump decided to postpone the additional China Section 301 tariff increase until March 2, 2019. The tariffs, which cover $200 billion in Chinese imports, were set to increase from 10% duty to 25% duty. It was announced on February 24th that the scheduled increase has now been delayed until further notice.
Complying with U.S. Export Controls
Date: April 30 – May 1, 2019
Location: Irvine, CA
This two-day program is led by BIS's professional counselling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial goods. We will focus on what items and activities are subject to the EAR.
2019 Winter Back to Basics Conference
Date: July 8-10, 2019
Location: National Harbor, MD
This conference will provide information on exporting articles on the United States Munitions List (USML) and the Commerce Control List (CCL) and the associated defense services and technology. This conference is ideal for newcomers to export licensing, as they will be provided with a step-by-step guide to using the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
Traveling internationally anytime soon? Think twice before coming back with a switchblade in your pocket!
Before you return to the United States with a switchblade knife you should know that your local police jurisdiction might have regulations. Also, switchblade knives are prohibited and may be subject to seizure upon entry into the United States EXCEPT for those imported by a one-armed person. CFR19 12.98.
2019 Winter Back to Basics Conference
Date: March 4-6, 2019
Location: Savannah, GA
This conference will provide information on exporting articles on the United States Munitions List (USML) and the Commerce Control List (CCL) and the associated defense services and technology. This conference is ideal for newcomers to export licensing, as they will be provided with a step-by-step guide to using the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
Georgia Logistics Summit
Date: March 14, 2019
Location: Atlanta, GA
This is an annual event that brings together all aspects of the logistics industry. Each year, the Summit has brought together speakers from prominent shippers in the industry, leaders in the State’s infrastructure and economic development community, as well as keynote speakers from some of the world’s most prominent supply chain-focused companies.
In the month of February, love is celebrated on Valentine’s Day! Have you ever used the term “love you to the moon and back?” Did you know that if you actually go to the moon and back you would have to declare your goods??
On July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 made history with the first human operated expedition to the moon. Upon return, Astronaut Neil Armstrong and his colleagues had to declare the moon rock and moon dust samples to customs officials upon their return!
Happy Valentine’s Day!!!
The 2019 updates to the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule are now available. Please review to ensure that you have the latest version!
An announcement was issued by Customs and Border Protection that several reports regarding entries processed that are subject to the 201, 232, or 301 duties are now available. The reports are available for importers and customs brokers that have an active ACE account. To see a list of the available reports, please see the link for the CSMS message issued by CBP.
On December 28th in a Federal Register publication, USTR announced that determinations have been made to grant certain exclusion request. Shortly after the announcement, the federal government shutdown began, resulting in delays that impacted U.S. import and exports. The government has now reopened with funding through the end of February; however, instructions on how to process these exclusions and any refunds have not been provided by CBP. We will provide further information on the exclusions as it becomes available.
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