AES Broadcast 09/29/2008 Broadcast # 2008048
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AS OF WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2008 - AES IS MANDATORY
A NEW ERA OF EXPORT COMPLIANCE
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The Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), Title 15, Part 30 was published
in the Federal Register onJune 2, 2008. The publication of the final
rule implements the provisions of the Foreign Relations Authorization
Act, Public Law 107-228, requiring mandatory filing of export information
via the Automated Export System (AES). Implementation of the FTR will
occur on September 30, 2008. You MUST now file your export information
electronically through the AES.
If you currently file paper Shipper’s Export Declarations (SEDs)...
*** STOP!***
After September 30, 2008, exporters that submit paper SEDs will be in
violation of the FTR and subject to penalties. Your export information
must be filed electronically through the AES. In addition, all exporters
must adhere to the new filing timeframes determined by the mode of
transportation. These new regulations have tougher penalty provisions that
will affect all parties involved in the export process. It is important
that you understand these new requirements so that you avoid costly penalties.
If you have any questions with regards to the new regulations or the AES,
please contact the Foreign Trade Division on 800-549-0595. Select option 1
to reach the Automated Export Branch for technical issues or option 3 to
reach the Regulations, Outreach and Education Branch for regulatory concerns.
The entire FTR along with other information, including a list of frequently
asked questions, can also be found on our Website at www.census.gov/trade
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