In the May 19, 2004 issue of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Bulletin (CBP Bulletin) (Vol. 38, No. 21), CBP issued notices: (a) modifying two classification rulings on metalized embroidery thread and decorative wired trim, and (b) revoking two classification rulings on karaoke machines. CBP states that it is also revoking any treatment it has previously accorded to substantially identical transactions that are contrary to its position in these notices.

According to U.S. government sources, the Bureau of Census (Census) has put its plans for an Automated Export System (AES) filer license and permit program "on hold" in light of Census' upcoming plans to mandate filing through AES for all exports that require Shipper's Export Declaration (SED) information.

In the May 19, 2004 issue of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Bulletin (CBP Bulletin) (Vol. 38, No. 21), CBP issued notices: (a) revoking a classification ruling on tennis briefs, and (b) revoking four classification rulings on paper trimmers. CBP states that it is also revoking any treatment it has previously accorded to substantially identical transactions that are contrary to its position in these notices.

In the May 19, 2004 issue of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Bulletin (CBPBulletin) (Vol. 38, No. 21), CBP issued notices: (a) proposing to revoke a classification ruling on a miniature gardening tool set, and (b) proposing to revoke two classification rulings regarding certain carbon-lined clothing and carbon-impregnated fabric. CBP states that it is also proposing to revoke any treatment it has previously accorded to substantially identical transactions that are contrary to its position in these notices.

(a) preliminary de minimis AD rate (Diler: 0.36%, ICDAS: 0.02%, and Fuyao: 0.13%)

In the May 12, 2004 issue of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Bulletin (CBP Bulletin) (Vol. 38, No. 20), CBP issued notices: (a) revoking a classification ruling on satellite radio receiver sets; (b) revoking a classification ruling regarding a radar apparatus that measures liquid levels; and (c) revoking or modifying three classification rulings on textile tool holders. CBP states that it is also revoking any treatment it has previously accorded to substantially identical transactions that are contrary to its position in these notices.

In the May 12, 2004 issue of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Bulletin (CBPBulletin) (Vol. 38, No. 20), CBP issued notices: (a) proposing to revoke a classification ruling on a men's cotton denim woven shirt-jacket, and (b) proposing to revoke a classification ruling regarding certain chef's coats. CBP states that it is also proposing to revoke any treatment it has previously accorded to substantially identical transactions that are contrary to its position in these notices.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule, effective May 14, 2004, which amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by adding new General Order No. 2 to Supplement No. 1 of 15 CFR Part 736 which implements certain export sanctions against Syria.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has recently posted to its Web site Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) which CBP states addresses certain recurring questions for Customs brokers regarding trade names and corporations, as follows:

In the May 5, 2004 issue of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Bulletin (CBPBulletin) (Vol. 38, No. 19), CBP issued notices: (a) revoking two classification rulings on certain metal couplings and connectors; and (b) revoking a classification ruling regarding plastic identification badges. CBP states that it is also revoking any treatment it has previously accorded to substantially identical transactions that are contrary to its position in these notices.