Phillip Poland, Director Export Controls & Trade Integrity
Temporary Export and Import Shipments
International Trade Affairs & Compliance
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Outline
I. DHL Express USA
II. Temporary Exports from US Under Carnet
III. Temporary Imports to US
IV. Other Temporary Export Issues
V. Common Mistakes
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DHL Express (USA) Inc.
DHL Express was founded in 1969 in San Francisco, USA by Dalsey, Hillblom
and Lynn.
– The first express delivery service provider, predates FedEx
– Entered international markets before our competitors (Asia from the start,
Europe-’74,LA in ’77, ME/Africa in ‘78 Asia, Eastern Europe in 1983)
– Over 225 countries and territories served and globally, DHLE delivers over
2 billion shipments a year to 120,000 destinations.
– A true global network that includes Cuba, Syria, Sudan, North Korea and
Myanmar
Now part of the Deutsch Post World Net AG group
– The group serves over 5 million customers with over 250,000 employees
around the globe
– DHLE (USA) is now focusing just on international service with main int’l
gateways in LAX, NYC, MIA, ILN, and SFO
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DHL Express USA
Express Benefits
• Prepares and files all necessary Customs documentation for
goods entering the United States.
• On-site customs inspection services aligned to our flight
schedules to ensure next day delivery
• Security and peace of mind because we have full operational
control and visibility of the shipment.
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DHL Express’ Global Customs Vision
To be recognized as the global Leader, providing
transparent, harmonized and cost effective
customs procedures that meet the needs of our
customers, the company and the authorities.
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Outline
I. DHL Express USA
II. Temporary Exports from US Under Carnet
III. Temporary Imports to US
IV. Other Temporary Export Issues
V. Common Mistakes
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Initiate the Temporary Export from the U.S.
Completing the Air waybill
• In Description specifically list “CARNET” or “Temporary”
• Other important items that should be listed on waybill:
• TMP for DOC Goods or DSP-73/exemption for ITAR
• Indicate true value of goods
• Schedule B Number
• AES ITN or Exemption
• Check “Temporary”
15 CFR § 30.37 provides exemption to filing EEI under 30.37(q)
for Carnet Shipments. No EEI 30.37(q) **
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Export Waybill from the U.S.
Add “Carnet” to
description
Indicate:
TMP for DOC
DSP-73 for ITAR
“No EEI 30.37(q)
Check
Temporary
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Carnet Export AES Exemption – DHL Webship
Step 2: Place exemption note in Section 1.
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Commercial Invoices
Contains important information for customs clearance like:
• Tax identification numbers
• Licenses numbers / exemption number
• Identification of parties to the transaction, including third party
agents for clearance or payment of taxes, duties, or other fees
• Complete classification and description of the goods
• Incoterms that cover the transaction
Under U.S. export regulations the commercial invoice for any
goods subject to the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”)
or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) must
have a specified “Destination Control Statement”.
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Export Waybill from the U.S. – DHL Webship
Enter Shipment
Comments on
Commercial invoice.
Insert “CARNET”
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Important Carnet Information
Retain a copy of Carnet and AWB for internal recordkeeping.
***Note, retaining a copy of the Carnet with most up to date
stamps is strongly recommended.
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Carnet Export from the U.S.
• Place the following in pouch directly on package:
• ORIGINAL Carnet
• ORIGINAL Carnet General List
• Commercial Invoice
• Service Alert Label
Orange labels can be
procured through your
sales rep or at the
nearest DHL Express
service station.
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Pre-Alert Your Shipment
Pre-alert DHL Express of Carnet Shipment:
Send Email to DHL prior to shipment pickup/drop-off:
Include:
• Air waybill #
• Shipper name
• Destination
• Contact information
• Number of packages
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Outline
I. DHL Express USA
II. Temporary Exports from US Under Carnet
III. Temporary Imports to US
IV. Other Temporary Export Issues
V. Common Mistakes
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Temporary Imports to the U.S.
Ensure the first word of the description is CARNET
Ensure Carnet is received
• Often recommend sending it
Once a carnet shipment arrives into the U.S.:
• DHL will need a customs Power of Attorney.
• DHL will have the Carnet stamped.
• Package will be delivered.
• DHL will contact customer for instructions on the Carnet.
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High Value or Restricted Commodity Process
High value shipments and Restricted Commodity Shipments will need
approval prior to inducting into DHL Express Network.
• High value shipments are valued over $100,000.
• Restricted commodities include:
• Negotiable Instruments
• Furs & Ivory
• Jewelry Including Watches, Precious Metals or Stones
• Firearms, and Items which could be used as weapons
• Live animals (including insects, larvae, pupae, etc)
• Medical Samples
• Tobacco
**Contact sales representative to
obtain approval prior to sending
shipment.**
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ITAR Import Issues
• Import must clearly cite license or exemption
• Canada has its own temporary exemption
• Licenses must be decremented at both import and export
• The import must be done correctly to do the corresponding
export correctly
• Required language on documents
U.S. Goods Returned
This import shipment is being imported in accordance with
and under the authority of _____ (list exemption)
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Outline
I. DHL Express USA
II. Temporary Exports from US Under Carnet
III. Temporary Imports to US
IV. Other Temporary Export/Import Issues
V. Common Mistakes
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ITAR Import Decision Tree
ITAR Part 123.4 (a) US Origin Items:
(1) Is Serviced and Subsequently Returned to
the Country From Which It Was Imported.
(2) Is to Be Enhanced, Upgraded, or
Incorporated Into Another Article Which
Has Already Been Authorized by DDTC for
Permanent Export.
(3) Is Imported for Purpose, Exhibition,
Demonstration or Marketing in the U.S.
and Is Subsequently Returned to the
Country From Which It Was Imported
(4) Has been Rejected for Permanent Import
by Department of Treasury and Is Being
Returned to the Country From Which It
Was Shipped
(5) Is Approved for Import Under FMS
US Origin ?
Yes No
Canadian Origin
126.5(a)
Incorporate or Modify
123.4(b)
Other Foreign Origin
Repair or Replace
DSP-61
List “U.S. Goods Returned” if applicable
List license or exemption if applicable
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ITAR Export Issues
• AES filing is required for all ITAR controlled shipments
• For the corresponding export to a temporary import you must
list the entry summary number
• The export documents must cite the license or exemption
• Canada has its own temporary exemption
• The consignee at the time of export listed on the documents
and in AES needs to match the parties listed at the time of
importing the goods
• Licenses must be decremented at both import and export
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Electronic Export Filer Tool
First Log On to the website
http://www.dhl-usa.com/home/home.asp
Select the Electronic Export Filer
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Outline
I. DHL Express USA
II. Temporary Exports from US Under Carnet
III. Temporary Imports to US
IV. Other Temporary Export Issues
V. Common Mistakes
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Most Common Problem By Shippers
Too Much Trust In Your Freight Forwarder
• Company relies on your freight forwarder for record keeping and not
keeping your own records
– Remember that the regulations state that the any (all) parties to
the transaction are required to keep records
– See 22 CFR § 122.5, 15 CFR § 30.10(a), and 15 CFR § 762.1 for
record keeping rules
– This includes the USPPI in a routed transaction
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Ensuring Accuracy of Filing
• Provide the most complete information possible to agent or in-house
staff doing the filing
• Request records from your filing agent
• Audit filings periodically to verify that the information provided to the
U.S. Government matches the commercial invoice, export license,
POAs, and any other contractual and transaction documentation
related to the shipment
• Following up on possible issues before it is too late
• Use AES record data provided by Census to verify internal records
• Contact the carrier or forwarder if self filing to ensure you have the
accurate port of export and carrier code
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Most Common Mistakes
Carnet Shipments
• Putting Carnet with invoice on shipment
• Not stating Carnet in the description or comment field
• Fail to maintain copies of records or request records for agent
Repair and Return Temporary Imports/Exports
• Failing to include ITN on the face of the AWB or thermal label
• Failing to cite entry summary number on the corresponding export to a temporary import
• Value for repairs is the value of the repair parts and labor only
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Root Cause of Common Mistakes By Shippers
• Not understanding your freight forwarder’s or carrier’s processes and
procedures related to documentation and filings
• Shipping clerk uses the wrong exemption codes or other information
on shipping documentation
• Not taking time to verify that all your documents match
• Not providing your agent all the information that they need
• The party creating the shipping documents is different from the group
filing the EEI in AES, and possibly a different group than who is
packaging the shipment – No one overseeing the overall process
• Not utilizing the most up to date Schedule B or HTS Code
• Shipping staff do not understand – WHY!! or the regulatory basis
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Contacts
Questions about Import/Export Regulations:
1.859.817.8010
Tracking and Tracing:
1.800.CALL-DHL