Common use of Express Shipments Clause in Contracts

Express Shipments. Each Party shall adopt or maintain expedited customs procedures for express shipments, while maintaining appropriate customs control and selection. These procedures shall: (a) provide a separate and expedited customs procedure for express shipment, and where applicable, use the WCO Guidelines for the Immediate Release of Consignment; (b) provide for the electronic submission and processing of information necessary for the release of an express shipment before the express shipment arrives; (c) to the extent possible, provide for clearance of certain goods with minimum 4-3 documentation; (d) provide for expeditious release of express shipments, within a period no greater than that required to ensure compliance with its legislation; and (e) under normal circumstances, provide that no customs duties will be assessed on, nor will formal entry documents be required for express shipments valued at US$100 or less.