I. Briefing on import declaration procedures The term “customs formalities†usually refers to the formalities for customs to release imported goods. "Import" in the US Customs Law means that the vessel carrying the imported cargo is unloaded from the vessel after it arrives at the US port of entry. Customs documents are usually filed by customs at the place where the goods are released. In order to go through formal customs formalities, the importer must obtain an importer identification number. This identification number must be marked on the relevant import declaration. According to the US Customs Regulations, importers are required to apply for an importer identification number on Customs Form 5106 at the same time as they officially filed their import declaration procedures. In the case that an importer is required to submit an immediate release import declaration instead of an import declaration and an immediate release import declaration, the importer should submit the documents to the Customs for preliminary examination before the goods arrive. Under this procedure, the importer is required to pay the estimated tax payable after the goods arrive and submit the official immediate release import declaration. 2. Documents and requirements for import declaration 1. Customs Form 3461 (Application for Immediate Delivery and Special Approval). This form was originally used for the immediate delivery procedure specified in Volume 19 of the United States Code of Federal Regulations. Under certain conditions, Customs also accepts Customs Form 7533 (List of Imported Goods) as a declaration. 2. Commercial invoices. If the goods must be declared for import and the commercial invoice cannot be obtained, the invoice of the estimate can also be used. 3. Packing list (packing list). A list of packages is attached to the commercial invoice so that the US Customs authorities can conduct a detailed review of the loaded goods. 4. Any other documents that may be required to be used for the import of specific goods. 5. Proof of authorization for customs declaration. Usually, the importer or its customs broker has the right to go through customs formalities after submitting the authorization of the owner of the certificate of ownership of the goods. The import declaration procedure may also be by the consignee listed in the bill of lading, or by the special person of the bill of lading officially signed by the consignee. If the bill of lading is with the order, it is handled by the special person who has officially endorsed the bill of lading. The certification document issued by the carrier for the import declaration process or the company or the owner of the goods is the usual way to obtain formal import declaration rights. In addition, on the date of submission of the import declaration document, that is, the date of import declaration, the importer shall pay the tax payable at the daily rate. This is extremely important when the tax rate may change. Third, commercial invoices and special customs invoices 1. Business development. According to the relevant regulations, the commercial invoice issued must conform to the practice of commercial transactions of the same commodity in the United States, and must include the following: A Name and address of the seller. B The place of departure of the goods, the consignee and the consignor. C Imported goods at the port of destination or airport of the United States. D Import goods confirm the time and place of the order, the purchaser of the goods or the name and address of the purchaser. E. The gimmick, number, quantity and type of the goods. F Detailed product name, quality grade, size and specifications, and trademarks. G The quantity of goods measured by the country of departure or the country of departure, or by the United States. H. List the unit price and the total quantity of the goods in the sales currency, and the total fare. I All costs incurred by the goods. If the various FOB fees are included in the invoice price, there is no need to list the corresponding amounts one by one. J. The rebates, tax rebates or other concessions of the exporting country at the time of export of the goods must be separately listed. K is not included in the invoice price but participates in the production process. Costs for projects such as dyes, molds, models, engineering parts, and financial aid. L Appropriate goods that may be required by customs regulations are valued and any other facts required for each classification are examined. Commercial invoices require an English invoice (4 copies). Each invoice includes a shipment of goods to the same consignee by a ship or other means of transport. The instructions are as detailed as possible. Typewriter fonts should be used when invoicing. In order for the goods to be cleared in the United States, the invoice should be attached to the shipping invoice or sent to the US consignee at the time of shipment. 2. Special customs invoices. Special customs invoices for the following items in English: A shoe. Request for "temporary footwear invoice" produced by the International Footwear Association B steel products. Customs Form 5520 "Special Steel Invoice" Fourth, the inspection and release of imported goods 1. The goods are checked and released. The Customs generally checks the representative imported goods to determine whether: A. The imported goods are goods that must have the country of origin mark or other special petitions, and check whether they meet the requirements. B Whether there are prohibited items in the shipment. C Whether the goods have been clearly and clearly certified in the invoice. D There is a problem with the goods being more or less than the quantity listed on the invoice. E Taxable situation of the goods. As part of the inspection, Customs also needs to weigh the weight and size of some types of goods. 2. Immediate release of import regulations Within 10 working days after the release of the goods, the importer must submit an immediate release import declaration to the customs. The immediate release import review documents to be submitted are as follows: A The import declaration certificate that has been returned to the importer (with the customs inspection record on the invoice) B. Customs Form 75011 (for import of consumer goods) C Customs Form 5010 (Imported Access) D Customs Form 5515 (Special Customs Invoice) E Other documents required for taxation and statistical reporting. V. US Customs regulations on port unloading and transportation A declaration of a carrier entering the United States itself does not have the power to unload the goods or passengers. The customs does not issue the dismissal or special permit, and the goods or passengers cannot land (customs documents 3171). In addition, in most cases, the transportation of goods or goods within a port area shall be borne by the visiting customs fleet or the fleet. Photo frame,Metal sign Co., Ltd. , http://www.topfine-homedecor.com