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CBP Delays Enforcement of ACAS Rejections for Vague Cargo Descriptions

CBP is extending its deadline for rejecting vague cargo descriptions in Air Cargo Advance Screening filings until Nov. 12, the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America said in an alert emailed to its members Oct. 1. The agency…

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had previously said it would reject vague cargo descriptions beginning Oct. 7, but is delaying “to give the industry additional time to work toward full compliance," the NCBFAA said, adding that “there will be no further extensions.” CBP didn’t immediately comment.