File 13: United States import enforcement
Section 307 of the Tariff Act, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, and the evidence an importer may be asked to show.
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United States import enforcementCustoms and Border Protection evidence requests for importersAn evidence request asks for documents and trace records. This guide covers preparing a response file and keeping it consistent..GuideUnited States import enforcementForced labour and customs brokersA customs broker handles entry, but the importer remains responsible for the goods. This guide explains the broker and importer roles..GuideUnited States import enforcementForced labour enforcement and small importersSmall importers face the same border rules with fewer staff. This guide covers proportionate preparation..GuideUnited States import enforcementForced labour import risk by sectorRisk varies by sector and product. This guide explains sector risk assessment without making a finding about any supplier..GuideUnited States import enforcementImporter due diligence for forced labourImporter due diligence combines mapping, risk assessment, and evidence. This guide sets out that work in general terms..GuideUnited States import enforcementImporter record keeping for forced labourRecord keeping supports both compliance and a response to an enforcement request. This guide covers what to keep and for how long..GuideUnited States import enforcementResponding to a detentionA detained shipment needs a prompt, organised response. This guide covers the response file, the trace, and the communication with the authorities..GuideUnited States import enforcementThe UFLPA entity list and its useThe UFLPA entity list names entities associated with forced labour schemes. This guide explains the list and how it is used in screening..GuideUnited States import enforcementThe UFLPA rebuttable presumption explainedA rebuttable presumption shifts the burden of showing that goods were not made with forced labour. This guide explains the presumption in general terms..GuideUnited States import enforcementUFLPA evidence: tracing a shipment back to its inputsUFLPA enforcement may ask an importer to show a supply chain back to inputs. This guide explains the trace and evidence that such a request calls for..GuideUnited States import enforcementUnited States and EU forced labour systems comparedThe United States and EU systems use different mechanisms for a similar aim. This guide compares them and warns against blending their rules..GuideUnited States import enforcementWithhold release orders and Section 307A withhold release order stops goods at the border pending evidence. This guide explains the order mechanism and the evidence response it invites..Guide