TradePoint Systems LLC has recently announced the release of Manifest 24, a new Web-based application that fulfills the requirements set forth in the "US Customs 24-hour Advance Cargo Manifest Declaration Rule". (12/5/2002)

Manifest 24 is a user-friendly and cost-effective tool that enables carriers to successfully complete the task requirements set forth in this latest initiative.

In order to protect the nation and its people from further terrorist attacks, the US Customs Service is doing everything it can to prevent terrorists and terrorist weapons from getting into the country. Part of the US Customs Container Security Initiative (CSI), launched in January 2002, is the implementation of new AMS (Automated Manifest System) rules which will require shipping lines and logistics companies acting as carriers (NVOCCs) to present/transmit manifest information to US Customs for all US bound shipments or containers 24-hours in advance of lading at the foreign port.

This new rule will come into effect as of December 2nd, 2002. Failure to comply with this rule could result in significant penalties against the carrier or NVOCC, along with the removal of container for inspection by US customs and/or the denial of permission to unload vessel cargo.

Extensive regulatory and documentation requirements play a crucial role in ensuring the flow of legitimate trade and the nation's security, but at the same time these requirements can hinder the flow of international trade and place a heavy burden on the international trade businesses that are mandated to comply.

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Author:Newsdesk, eyefortransport.com