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Many changes took place in preparation for this merger and many have occurred since in order to safeguard U.S. borders against highrisk cargo, contraband, and unsafe imports. We encourage you to visit our Website ([www.cbp.gov](www.cbp.gov)) for the latest information on specific laws, regulations or procedures that may affect your import transactions.  \n* * * * * *  \nThis edition of Importing Into the United States contains material pursuant to the Trade Act of 2002 and the Customs Modernization Act (Title VI of the North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act), commonly referred to as the Mod Act.  \nThe Customs Modernization Act (Title VI of the North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act [P.L. 103-182, 107 Stat. 2057]) became effective December 8, 1993. Its provisions have fundamentally altered the relationship between importers and CBP by shifting to the importer, the legal responsibility for declaring the value, classification, and rate of duty applicable to entered merchandise.  \nA prominent feature of the Mod Act is a relationship between CBP and importers that is characterized by informed compliance. (See Section Three of this book, which starts on page 26, for details and definitions.) A key component of informed compliance is the shared responsibility between CBP and the import community, wherein CBP communicates its requirements to the importer, and the importer, in turn, uses reasonable care to assure that CBP is provided with accurate and timely data pertaining to his or her importations.  \nImporting Into the United States provides wide-ranging information about the importing process and import requirements. We have made every effort to include essential requirements, but it is not possible for a book this size to cover all import laws and regulations. Also, this publication does not supersede or modify any provision of those laws and regulations. Legislative and administrative changes are always under consideration and can occur at any time. Quota limitations on commodities are also subject to change. Therefore, reliance solely on the information in this book may not meet the “reasonable care” standard required of importers.  \nWe urge interested parties to contact their nearest CBP office for information on  \nLast Revision 2006  \n2  \nspecific issues or questions. CBP ports of entry, with their addresses and phone numbers, can be found on our Website under “Ports.”  \nWe cannot overemphasize that although the information in this book is provided to promote understanding of, and compliance with, importing laws and regulations, the information provided here is for general purposes only. Importers may also wish to obtain guidance from private-sector experts who specialize in importing, for example, licensed customs brokers, attorneys or consultants.  \nFederal agencies whose laws CBP helps to enforce are listed throughout this book, as well as in the Appendix and on our Website.  \n3  \nCONTENTS  \nCHAPTER  \nU.S. Customs and Border Protection: Mission and Organization  \n1. Organization; CBP Attaches Abroad Suggestions to the Exporter  \nEntry of Goods  \n2. Entry Process  \n3. Right To Make Entry  \n4. Examination of Goods and Entry Documents  \n5. Packing of Goods—Commingling  \nInformed Compliance  \n6. Definition  \n7. Reasonable Care Checklists  \n8. Compliance Assessment/Compliance Measurement  \n9. Notice to Small-Business Importers  \nInvoices  \n10. Commercial Invoices  \n11. Other Invoices  \n12. Frequent Errors in Invoicing  \nAssessment of Duty  \n13. Dutiable Status of Goods  \n14. Containers or Holders  \n15. 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