Finanse publiczne · 19.08.1997

Centralized Examination Stations

This document proposes to amend the Customs Regulations regarding the establishment and scope of operation of Centralized Examination Stations (CESs). To reflect Customs interest in maximizing compliance with export control laws and regulations without unduly impeding the movement of outbound merchandise, it is proposed to expand the definition of a CES to allow merchandise intended to be exported as well as imported merchandise to be handled by a CES. Further, Customs is proposing to allow for the inspection of outbound cargo at CESs at ports other than the shipment's designated port of exit. To make the CES application procedure more amenable to local conditions, Customs is proposing more flexibility regarding the time frame for an applicant to conform a facility to meet Customs security or other physical or equipment requirements. Lastly, Customs is proposing to amend one of the criteria on the application to operate a CES because Customs believes it is too subjective. These changes are proposed in order to keep the CES program responsive to both Customs and the trade community's demands for the facilitated examinations of trade merchandise.