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CBP MPF Rate Change to take effect on 11-05-2011
Published November 4, 2011 | 
MPF - Merchandise Processing Fee in going up!
November 1st, 2011, U.S. Customs and Border Protection distributed CSMS# 11-000274 to inform the trade that they “WILL BE READY TO ACCEPT THE NEW MPF (CLASS CODE 499) RATE OF 0.003464 ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2011 AT APPROXIMATELY 7:30 AM.” Previously the rate has been 0.0021% of imported FOB value.
GSP Update 10-24-11
Published November 2, 2011 | >>> GSP Alert <<<
It is now “official.” U.S. Customs & Border Protection (“CBP”) issued a memorandum dated October 24, 2011, outlining G.S.P. refund procedures. Importers can again claim GSP duty free treatment on consumption entries and warehouse withdrawals made on or after Nov. 5, 2011. Though somewhat complicated, refund procedures regarding previously filed entries mirror past practice. Specifically, for ABI entries made between Jan. 1, 2011 and Nov. 4, 2011, refunds (without interest) should be automatically generated so long as the SPI “A” flag was utilized at entry. Where an automatic refund is not received within 90 days, we recommend that CBP at the port of entry be contacted…
Small Business Startup
Published October 31, 2011 | 
There may be a more cost-effective solution, but there are things you need to know, whether shipping domestically or internationally.
Whether shipping by land, air or sea, the key is volume. In this segment we will talk about air shipments.
The smaller the shipment, generally, the higher the cost per lb/kg. Typically, the first real price break comes at 100 kg for air, next break, depending on the carrier, will come at either 300 or 500 kg, then at 1,000 kg. the difference can easily
be $15-$20/kg difference between less than 45 kg and greater than 1,000 kg. Shipping air is fast, efficient and pricey. However, it may not be as expensive, comparatively, as you think. If you have the volume and the time, ocean can be a huge savings, but more on this in another segment. You need to determine the whole cost: cartage (getting it to the port/airport), air freight, fuel, security, screening and transfer/tendering to the carrier. That gets it in the air. When it arrives, there will be destination charges, which will be as varied as your destinations. Typically your buyer/consignee will accept responsibility for this, but you establish that at the time of the sale.
In the next segment, we’ll discuss some TSA rules that will affect your delivery system.dfdlfkl;dkf;dkf;lkd;fkd;kf;dkf;kd;fk;dkf;dk;fdfd
AOG Service
Published October 27, 2011 | AOG Service Scenario
AOG service or “Aircraft On Ground Service” is just as dire as it sounds. In an AOG service scenario, an aircraft has been grounded by a mechanical issue: broken or worn parts, damaged instrument integral to flying the plane, etc. and another plane is not readily available to replace the AOG for its next flight. When an AOG service scenario occurs in the USA or internationally, Packair’s expert team of aerospace logistics personnel comes to the rescue, and provide our expert AOG Service.
PackAir AOG Service
Whether it’s a Boeing 747 with a damaged longeron, a new propeller for a Bombardier Q400, or Wizard Pod for F16 FIghter Jet, Packair has the industry know-how and expedience to get the replacement parts to their destination and get your aircraft back into the air where it belongs with our quick response unit.
You can count on PackAir AOG Service… Keep this number (310)337-0529
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