Dear Valued Customer,
On May 14, 2024, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued CSMS #60588866, regarding the importer obligations and requirements in completing origin documents such as origin declarations, origin statements, and certifications of origin documents.
In the updated guidance, CBP issued CSMS #63096696 on November 19, 2024, stating origin declarations, origin statements, or certifications of origin must be completed by a “responsible official” of the importer, exporter, or producer, or by their authorized agent who having the relevant facts per the respective trade preference program. The party completing the origin documentation is responsible for its truthfulness and liable for false statements and material omissions.
CBP confirmed for specific information about the parties eligible to be the “importer of record” under the legal authority of 19 U.S.C. 1484, see 19 CFR 101.1 and the “Right to Make an Entry” Customs Directive 3530-002A dated June 2003.
CBP affirmed “a claim for preferential tariff treatment may be denied if an importer fails to submit, when requested by CBP, the completed origin declaration, origin statement, or certification of origin prepared in accordance with the requirements of the trade preference program and customs regulations.” CBP cited the specific regulations per the trade program in their notice.
3530-002A Right to Make Entry | U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Thank you for being a Valued Customer. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your C.H. Robinson commercial representative for further information.
Sincerely,
C.H. Robinson