CBP Lists FTA and Trade Preference Program MPF Exemptions

CBP updated a table with information on whether the Merchandise Processing Fee is paid, or exempt from payment, for goods entered under free trade agreements or trade preference programs. "The table provides guidance and links with respect to MPF treatment for tariff preference level (TPL) goods, over-quota tariff rate quota (TRQ) goods, and originating unconditionally free goods," CBP said in a CSMS message.