CSMS 41257565·Operational·January 10, 2020·View on csms.cbp.gov ↗

Update: Section 321 Seller/Shipper Clarification

Plain-English explanation

CSMS 41257565 is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cargo Systems Messaging Service bulletin (operational), published on January 10, 2020. It carries the official CBP guidance brokers and importers must follow for the topic — "Update: Section 321 Seller/Shipper Clarification". CSMS messages are the operational layer between Commerce determinations and at-the-border collections: when Commerce publishes a new rate, scope ruling, or instruction, CBP turns it into a CSMS that ACE/ACS systems and brokers act on.

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CSMS #41257565 - Update: Section 321 Seller/Shipper Clarification U.S. Customs and Border Protection sent this bulletin at 01/10/2020 02:22 PM EST Cargo Systems Messaging Service CSMS #41257565 - Update: Section 321 Seller/Shipper Clarification On September 28, 2019, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) deployed Entry Type 86 for entry of Section 321 low-valued shipments through Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). This new entry type will improve import safety and security by providing greater visibility into low value shipments. Please note that this new entry type is a test and is not mandatory for users. Federal Register Notice (FRN): A Test Notice was published in the Federal Register (FR) on August 13, 2019, which referenced that an entry type “86” requires the owner, purchaser, or customs broker appointed by the owner, purchaser, or consignee to file the following data elements with CBP at any time prior to, or upon arrival, or up to 15 days after arrival of the cargo: (1) The bill of lading or the air waybill number; (2) Entry number; (3) Planned port of entry; (4) Shipper name, address, and country; (5) Consignee name and address; (6) Country of origin; (7) Quantity; (8) Fair retail value in the country of shipment; (9) 10-digit HTSUS number; (10) IOR number of the owner, purchaser, or broker when designated by a consignee (conditional). CBP and Trade Automated Interface Requirements (CATAIR) ACE Cargo Release: Version 23 of the CATAIR for Cargo Release references that for type 86, the following data elements are required: Consignee and Seller’s information are required: (1) The bill of lading or the air waybill number; (2) Entry number; (3) Planned port of entry; (4) Seller name, address, and country; (5) Consignee name and address; (6) Country of origin; (7) Quantity; (8) Fair retail value in the country of shipment; (9) 10-digit HTSUS number; (10) IOR number of the owner, purchaser, or broker when designated by a consignee (conditional). Because of differences in parties listed between FRN and CATAIR, for the purpose of this test, shipper information should be entered into the seller party area for type 86 entry filings. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page . You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please contact subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com . This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Customs and Border Protection . Privacy Policy | GovDelivery is providing this information on behalf of U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and may not use the information for any other purposes. Powered by Privacy Policy | Cookie Statement | Help

Frequently asked questions

What is CSMS 41257565?

CSMS 41257565 is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cargo Systems Messaging Service bulletin titled "Update: Section 321 Seller/Shipper Clarification". CSMS bulletins are the operational instructions CBP issues to brokers, importers, and ACE filers covering rate changes, system updates, scope guidance, and other day-to-day customs-operations changes.

When was CSMS 41257565 published?

CBP published CSMS 41257565 on January 10, 2020. The bulletin's instructions are typically operative as of the publication date unless the body specifies a different effective date.

Is the CBP CSMS the legally binding instruction?

Yes — for at-the-border filing and entry collection. CSMS messages translate Commerce's Federal Register determinations into operational CBP instructions that ACE/ACS systems and brokers execute. The Federal Register notice is the underlying legal authority; the CSMS is the operational implementation. Both should be read together when reconciling a rate or scope change.

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