AMS Releases: What does CBP consider as appropriate documentation for proof of release of cargo?
As a vessel AMS participant, CBP has stated that the receipt of the 1C message in AMS indicates the official authorization for the release of cargo. For those rare instances when the carrier and/or terminal operator questions the NVOCC’s release of cargo a copy of the AMS release message should be the only document required. This will also be accepted by CBP as proof the carrier released the cargo with official CBP authorization. It should be noted that this is the exception, not the rule. NVOCCs are required to place the contracting carrier’s SCAC in the SNP field for every bill they submit in AMS and in every amendment made to the bill. Carriers must ensure that their systems are able to receive the SNP designation. .
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