Port of Philadelphia Selects Centralized Examination Station Operator
CBP has announced the selection of a CES operator for the Port of Philadelphia, concluding the application and comment process for that location. The designated CES operator will conduct physical and other CBP-directed examinations for cargo arriving at Philadelphia, affecting examination costs and turnaround times for importers using that port.
In our view, a newly designated CES operator at Philadelphia is a practical matter importers and their freight forwarders should be aware of when routing cargo, as examination fees and facility procedures vary by operator.
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