FTZ

Question: Does anyone know of an independent FTZ operator in the Indianapolis, IN area? Perhaps a private one with space? Client is wanting to utilize an FTZ for imports and exports – no manipulation. I checked the NAFTZ web-site – no listings. Answer 1: I would suggest that you contact the grantee, the Indianapolis Airport […]

Question: I was wondering if anyone can advise what is involved with shutting down a Foreign Trade Zone (steps to be taken and timeline for closure).  Would the first step be to notify CBP or to reach out the Grantee/Port for assistance?  Also, is one large entry filed to pay the duty for all of […]

Question: Does anyone have the current CBP checklist for compliance reviews?  They updated this a couple of years ago and I know it is a few pages but have not been able to get a copy. Answer 1: Our PD sends the list below.  They also allow us to submit a letter stating no changes […]

Question: I have a copy of the “Foreign-Trade Zones Manual” OMB No. 1651-0051 Expiration Date 4/30/2014. Does anyone know of a newer version of this manual? Answer 1: This is the most recent copy, they have not published an update.

Question: I am trying to find out if duty is due on equipment imported for a new production plant located in an FTZ.  If so, is it due at time of import or at time the plant begins production or some other point? I think it is due when production begins based on some research […]

QUESTION: Is there anywhere with a general overview stating the costs of applying for a FTZ, yearly costs/fees to operate/maintain the FTZ once approved? %%%%%%%%%% ANSWERS: Once an FTZ Project receives approval for operations from CBP and the FTZ Board, annual operations costs that need to be considered are as follows: The cost of an […]

QUESTION: What is the best practice for filing PSCs (post summary corrections) on FTZ entries for China 301 exclusions? We recently found many items eligible for 301 exclusions on our past FTZ entries (and we may find more). We want to get refunds. Is it best to do the PSCs as we find these excluded […]

QUESTION: I work for an importer who operates a small non-manufacturing FTZ within one of our DCs. All of our normal imports (non-FTZ) clear at the port of entry, so for all of our FTZ shipments, I have to email the steamship line to cut an IT to our FTZ. These are the only shipments […]

QUESTION: I’m confused.  When my subzone was granted, the grant explicitly permitted “export manufacturing.” But I STILL have to file a 216 every year asking permission to manufacture?  What if my grant says I can manufacture but CBP denies my application to do so? ========== Answers: And yes, you need to do a 216 every […]

QUESTION: We use our subzone infrequently, certainly not on any kind of regular schedule. We don’t have “weekly entries.” we have occasional entries. Obviously we can’t file weekly, so do we just file as needed, when we ship? ========== Answers: If you are not filing a weekly entry – then an entry needs to be […]