CBP Posts Draft ACE Ocean Export Manifest FAQs

CBP posted a draft version of some frequently asked questions regarding ocean export manifests in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). "The document represents a series of questions received from Ocean Export stakeholders," said CBP. "Where possible, CBP has provided a preliminary response to the various questions." The FAQs largely focus on technical issues. The agency stressed that the FAQs are a draft document and not an official regulatory document. "This document is a working vehicle for exchange of information between CBP and ocean industry stake holders during the development phases of the [Automated Export System] Export Manifest," it said. "At a future time, CBP may incorporate all or part of this document into an official Export Manifest FAQ document. Trade groups will be notified via CSMS of any such official publication; meantime this document is an evolving work in progress."