US CBP launches new USMCA Center
CBP launched the new 'United States-Mexico-Canada Center', to coordinate the implementation of United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which enters into force on July 1, 2020.
"The Center is integral to successful implementation of USMCA, as it will focus on outreach, training, and developing new regulations and procedures, while providing consistency and transparency to the trade community," stated Brenda Smith, Executive Assistant Commissioner of CBP's Office of Trade. "This all comes down to making sure that American consumers get their goods safely, securely and predictably, while protecting the economic security of the United States."
Additional information about the new Center and USMCA may be found here.
Additional Section 301 Exclusions Announced
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) published guidance on submitting entries to CBP on the most recent Chinese goods that have been granted exclusions from Section 301 measures. The full announcement, CSMS #42693720, may be found here.
Veterinary & Phytosanitary Certificates
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, US Department of Agriculture is now accepting electronically produced VS and Phytosanitary Certificates. The goal is to help facilitate the clearance of imported plants and plant products. Additional information about these changes may be found here.
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