TABLE OF CONTENTS

THE SHORT LIST
of U. S. Laws Enforced by Customs
June 23, 1999

 
U. S. Code Description TITLE
CUSTOMS DUTIES 19
CRIMES AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
See: 524 - 549 (Customs crimes); 371 (conspiracy); 1001 (false statement to a federal officer; 1341 & ,1343 (mail & wire fraud) 1956 & 1957 (money laundering); also 19 U. S. C.1304(h)		 18
FOOD AND DRUGS 21
COPYRIGHTS 17
PATENTS 31
MONEY AND FINANCE
NAVIGATION AND NAVIGATABLE WATERS 33
 

THE LONG LIST
of U.S. laws enforced by Customs
June 23, 1999

 
U.S. Code Description TITLE
AGRICULTURE TITLE 7
ALIENTS AND NATIONALITY 8
CENSUS 13
COMMERCE AND TRADE 15
CONSERVATION 16
COPYRIGHTS 17
CRIMES AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE 18
CUSTOMS DUTIES 19
FOOD AND DRUGS 21
FOREIGN RELATIONS 22
INTERNAL REVENUE CODE 26
INTOXICATING LIQUORS 27
MONEY AND FINANCE 31
CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS 31
NAVIGATION AND NAVIGATABLEWATERS 33
PATENTS 35
POSTAL SERVICE 39
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PROPERTY AND WORKS 40
PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE 42
PUBLIC LANDS 43
RAILROADS 45
SHIPPING 46
TELEGRAPHS, TELEPHONES AND RADIOTELEGRAPHS 47
TERRITORIES AND INSULAR POSSESSIONS 48
TRANSPORTATION 49
WAR AND NATIONAL DEFENSE 50
INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION

 

TITLE 7 - AGRICULTURE                                 back to top

7 U.S.C. �� 51-65 - United States Cotton Standards Act Customs assists in the administration of these provisions which set uniform standards for the classification of cotton to be used in determining duties and taxes, and provide for the inspection and sampling of cotton. 19 C.F.R. �� 151.83 (1995) provides for the method of sampling and 19 C.F.R. �� 151.84 (1995) the determination of staple length. 7 C.F.R. �� 28.180 (1933) sets forth the information which the government must include in a memorandum which explains the classification of the cotton. 19 C.F.R. �� 151.82 (1995) requires that information needed by the Secretary of Agriculture regarding cotton be placed on the invoice.
7 U.S.C. �� 75-87h - United States Grain Standards Act Customs enforces the provision which requires that all corn exported from the United States be tested for aflatoxin contamination unless the contract for exportation stipulates that aflatoxin testing is not to be conducted.
7 U.S.C. �� 136-136y - Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, as amended by the Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit the importation of pesticides or devices which are adulterated, misbranded or otherwise violative of the Act; provide for the registration of pesticides and devices with the Environmental Protection Agency; and establish standards for labeling and classification of pesticides. See 19 C.F.R. Part 12 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 150aa-150jj - Federal Plant Pests Act Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit the importation into or movement through the United States of plant pests as defined in the Act, and provide for the inspection of any letter, box, parcel or container which may carry a plant pest. Inspection is to be performed by U.S. Department of Agriculture in conjunction with Customs. See, 7 C.F.R. Part 351 (1995) and 19 C.F.R. Part 12 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 151-167 - Nursery Stock Quarantine Act Customs enforces the restriction on the importation of nursery stock and other plants and plant stock. See 7 C.F.R. Part 300 (1995) and 19 C.F.R. Part 12 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 281-286 - Honeybee Act Customs enforces the prohibitions on the importation of honeybees and honeybee semen (unless the Secretary of Agriculture has determined the country of origin to be free of harmful diseases or parasites, or undesirable species or subspecies). See, 7 C.F.R. Part 322 (1995), 19 C.F.R. �� 12.32 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 511-511r - Tobacco Inspection Act Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit the importation of tobacco unless the shipment is accompanied by a certificate as prescribed by the Secretary of Agriculture and the importation of tobacco which does not meet the pesticide residue requirements. See, 7 C.F.R. Part 29 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 581-590 - Export Apple and Pear Act Customs enforces the prohibition on the exportation of apples or pears without a certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. See, 7 C.F.R. Part 33 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 591-599 - Export Grape and Plum Act Customs enforces the prohibition on the exportation of grapes or plums without a certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. See, 7 C.F.R. Part 35 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 601-624 - Agricultural Adjustment Act Pursuant to the Secretary of Agriculture's authority to establish and maintain orderly market conditions for agricultural products, Customs enforces the prohibition on the importation of tomatoes, raisins, olives, prunes, avocados, mangos, limes grapefruit, green peppers, Irish potatoes, cucumbers, oranges, onions, walnuts, dates filberts, table grapes, or eggplant that do not comply with size, grade, quality, and maturity provisions set forth by the Secretary of Agriculture, whenever a market order is in effect, and quotas or higher duty rates imposed on imported agricultural products, whenever investigation reveals that orderly market conditions require such action. 19 C.F.R. Part 132 (1995) sets forth quota mechanisms.
7 U.S.C. �� 1380a-1380p - Subtitle E, Title III of the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1938 Customs enforces the import restrictions on rice under these provisions which provide for the regulation of all commerce in rice, rough and processed, by the Secretary of Agriculture. The Secretary issues certificates which establishes a market quota of rice which may be produced or imported. Unused certificates are redeemed for cash (pursuant to section 1380g) or may be used to import the quantity of rice specified in the certificate pursuant to section 1380l.
7 U.S.C. �� 1551-1611 - Federal Seed Act Customs enforces these provisions which provide for the certification and labelling of plant seeds as to purity and kind or variety, and that unless specifically exempted, imported seeds must conform and be labelled as to purity and kind or variety or be prohibited from importation. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.16 (1995) and 7 C.F.R. Part 201 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 1641-1642 - International Wheat Agreement Act of 1949 Customs enforces any established wheat and wheat flour quotas for importation and exportation. Section 1642(d) calls for the forfeiture of two times the market value of the wheat imported or exported in violation of the quota. Customs assists in the enforcement of the forfeiture provisions.
7 U.S.C. �� 1854 - Agreements limiting imports under surplus disposal of agricultural commodities Customs enforces any limits on the importation of agriculture commodities or textile products per implementing executive orders.
Delegations of Authority Concerning Certain Meats, E.O. 11539, as amended by E.O. 12188 Customs enforces limitations on the importation and entry and withdrawal of meats from warehouses for consumption in the U.S. See, 19 C.F.R. �� 12.8-12.9 (1995).
Textile Trade Agreements, E.O. 11651, as amended by E.O. 11951 and 12188; (Supplemented by E.O. 12475 below) Customs enforces limitations on the importation and entry and withdrawal of textiles and textile products from warehouses for consumption in the U.S. See, 19 C.F.R. �� 12.130-12.132 (1995).
Delegation of Authority Limiting Imports of Certain Cheeses, E.O. 11851 Customs prevents the importation into the U.S. of certain cheeses. See, 19 C.F.R. �� 12.1, 12.6 (1995).
Textile Import Program Implementation, E.O. 12475; (Supplements E.O. 11651 above) Customs assists in the coordinated enforcement of regulations concerning importation under the Textile Import Program. See, 19 C.F.R. �� 12.130-12.132 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 2541 - Plant Variety Protection Act Customs enforces this section which provides that it shall be unlawful to import or export a novel variety of plants if it has been registered by the owner.
7 U.S.C. �� 2156 - Animal fighting venture prohibition Customs enforces the prohibition on transportation in foreign commerce of animals to be used in an animal fighting venture.
7 U.S.C. �� 2801-2813 - Federal Noxious Weed Act of 1974 Customs enforces fumigation and sterilization requirements for certain plants and plant products.
7 U.S.C. �� 3601-3606 - International Sugar Agreement, 1977 Customs regulates the entry of sugar into the U.S.
See, 7 C.F.R. �� 6.50 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 4801-4819 - Pork Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act of 1985 These sections provide that each importer of porcine animal, pork or pork product shall remit an assessment to Customs at the time the product is imported. See 7 C.F.R. �� 1230.71,1230.110 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 6101-6112 - Mushroom Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act of 1990 The Department of Agriculture issues orders and regulations under this law affecting importers who import, on average, over 500,000 pounds of mushrooms annually from outside the United States. See 7 C.F.R. Part 1209 (1995).
7 U.S.C. �� 6804 (j)(3)(B) - Fresh Cut Greens Promotion and Information Act of 1993. Requiring Customs to provide the PromoFlor Council, upon request, with lists of importers of cut flowers and cut greens.
7 U.S.C. �� 7104(I)(5)(B) - Sheep Promotion, Research, and Information Act of 1994. Customs enforces the collection of assessments on wool importations.

 

TITLE 8 - ALIENS AND NATIONALITY           back to top

8 U.S.C. �� 1103-1108 Customs assists INS in the enforcement of alien laws and in the assessment and collection of civil penalties. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.61, 4.68 (1995).
8 U.S.C. �� 1221-1230 - Provisions Relating to Entry and Exclusion Customs assists INS in the enforcement of the procedural requirements to be followed upon the arrival of any person by sea or air at any port within the United States from anyplace outside the United States.
See 8 C.F.R. �� 239.1-239.4 (1995).
8 U.S.C. �� 1281-1287 - Special Provisions Relating to Alien Crewmen Customs assists INS in the enforcement of the procedural requirements for the arrival and departure and control of alien crewmen. Sections 1281, 1284, and 1286 provide for the collection of penalties. See 8 C.F.R. �� 280.2, 252.1 (1995).
8 U.S.C. �� 1321-1330 - General Penalty Provisions Customs assists in the enforcement of these provisions which prohibit any person from bringing into the United States aliens who are subject to a disability or afflicted with disease.


TITLE 12 - BANKS AND BANKING         back to top

12 U.S.C. �� 95a
Importation & Exportation of Gold & Silver		 Customs enforces laws relating to importation and exportation or hoarding of gold coins, silver coins and bullion during times of war or national emergency.
12 U.S.C. �� 635
Export of Nonlethal Defense Articles & Services		 Customs enforces provisions regarding the export of products and services to aid in monitoring control or prevention of air, water, and ground contaminants or pollution.
12 U.S.C. �� 1951-59
Bank Secrecy Act		 Customs assists in the enforcement of this Act which sets up recordkeeping requirements for uninsured financial institutions where the records have a high degree of usefulness in criminal, tax, or regulatory investigations and provides for civil penalties in the event of noncompliance.
12 U.S.C. �� 3401-3422 - Right to Financial Privacy Act of 1978 This Act while not technically enforced or administered by Customs, is considered a significant resource in Customs investigations. The Act provides situations where financial institutions may or may not give out information regarding their clients. Section 3405 provides that records may be obtained pursuant to a subpoena if they are relevant to a legitimate law enforcement inquiry.

TITLE 13 - CENSUS                     back to top

13 U.S.C. �� 301-307 - Collection & Publication of Foreign Commerce and Trade Statistics Customs collects importation and exportation statistics and furnishes this information to the Census Bureau for compilation and publication. 15 C.F.R. Part 30 (1995); 19 C.F.R.�� 4.61, 4.63, 4.75, 4.81, 4.84, 4.87, 113.64(c), 122.71-80, and 122.143 (1995).

 

TITLE 15 - COMMERCE AND TRADE       back to top

15 U.S.C. �� 11 - Trusts in Restraint of Trade Customs enforces this law declaring trusts in restraint of import trade illegal by seizing and forfeiting any merchandise imported by any party found to be restraining trade.
15 U. S. C. �� 68-68j - Wool Products Labeling Act of 1939 Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit false or deceptive labeling (misbranding) of wool products. Section 68f requires all wool products imported into the U.S. to be labeled in accordance with requirements set forth in the law. That information is also required to be in the invoices provided at the time of importation. 19 C.F.R. �� 11.12 (1995) requires labeling of wool products to indicate fiber content. 16 C.F.R. �� 300-300.35 (1995).
15 U. S. C. �� 69-69j - Fur Products Labeling Act Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit false or deceptive labeling (misbranding) and false advertising of fur products. Section 69d requires all fur products imported into the U.S. to be labeled in accordance with the requirements set forth in the law. That information is also required to be in the invoices provided at the time of importation. 19 C.F.R. �� 11.12a (1995) requires labeling of fur products to indicate composition. 16 C.F.R. �� 300-300.35.
15 U. S. C. �� 70-77 - Textile Fiber Products Identification Act Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit false or deceptive labeling (misbranding) and false advertising of any textile fiber products. Section 70g requires all textile fiber products imported into the U.S. to be labeled in accordance with the requirements set forth in the law. That information is also required to be in the invoices provided for importation. 19 C.F.R. �� 11.12b (1995) provides for labeling textile fiber products. 16 C.F.R. Part 303 (1995).
15 U.S.C. �� 78dd-1, 78dd-2 - Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of 1977 This Act prohibits certain foreign trade practices by certain issuers of securities and domestic concerns.
15 U.S.C. �� 206 - Standard Gauge for Iron and Steel This provision which sets uniform standard gauge for sheet and plate iron and steel is used in determining duties and taxes.
15 U. S. C. �� 237-241 - Standard Barrels for Lime Customs enforces these provisions which provide for uniformity in sizes of barrels of lime and barrel marking requirements for importation. 15 C.F.R. �� 240.1 (1995).
15 U. S. C. �� 291-300 - Gold Labeling Act of 1976 Customs enforces restrictions on the importation of gold or silver stamped with the words "United States Assay" or any words calculated to convey the impression that the U.S. Government has certified to the quality of such gold or silver. Section 294 prohibits the importation of such falsely marked gold or silver. 19 C.F.R. �� 11.13 (1995). implement these restrictions.
15 U. S. C. �� 717-717w - Natural Gas Act Customs enforces these provisions on the regulation of the transporting and selling natural gas in interstate and foreign commerce. Section 717b prohibits the exportation or importation of natural gas without authorization from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
15 U.S.C. �� 784 - Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974 Customs ensures that coal and refined petroleum product exports comply with licensing requirements.
15 U. S. C. �� 1051-1127 - Lanham Trade-Mark Act Customs enforces this Act which provides for the registration and enforcement of trademarks. Section 1124 prohibits the entry of merchandise which copies or simulates tradenames or registered trademarks or containing false designations of origin. Section 1125 prohibits the importation of goods bearing false designations of origin or false descriptions. 19 C.F.R. Part 133 (1995).
15 U. S. C. �� 1171-1178 - Gambling Devices Act of 1962 Customs assists in the enforcement of this Act which prohibits the transportation of any gambling device in interstate or foreign commerce except where specifically permitted. 28 C.F.R. �� 0.86, 3.1- 3.5 (1995).
15 U. S. C. �� 1191-1204 - Flammable Fabrics Act Pursuant to this Act which provides for the setting of a flammability standards for fabric by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Customs prohibits the importation of any product which fails to conform to the applicable flammability standard.
15 U. S. C. �� 1231-1233 - Automobile Information Disclosure Act Customs insures that imported automobiles are properly labeled.
15 U.S.C. �� 1241-1245 - Switchblade Knife Act This Act prohibits the manufacture, transportation or distribution of knives, including ballistic knives, having a blade which opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button or by operation of inertia, gravity, or both. Customs enforces restrictions on the importation of such knives. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.95-12.103 (1995).
15 U. S. C. �� 1261-1276 - Federal Hazardous Substances Act This Act which provides the CPSC with authority to conduct investigations for the purpose of declaring substances (including toys) as hazardous, regulate the labeling hazardous or banned substances and investigate violations thereof requires Customs to deliver, upon request, to the CPSC, samples of hazardous substances which are being imported or attempted to be imported. If the CPSC determines that the hazardous substance is misbranded or banned, its admission into the U.S. shall be refused by Customs. See 16 C.F.R. �� 1500.265-272 (1995); 21 C.F.R. �� 1230.40 (1995); 19 C.F.R. �� 12.1 (1995).
15 U. S. C. �� 1331-1340 - Federal Cigarette Labeling and Advertising Act Customs assists in the enforcement of this Act which prohibits the manufacture, importation, or package for sale within the United States of any cigarettes which fail to bear the Surgeon General warning label. Cigarettes for export are exempt from the labeling requirement.
15 U.S.C. �� 1391-1431 - National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Customs assists in the enforcement of this Act which provides for the setting of motor vehicle safety standards by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and prohibits the manufacture, sale, delivery or importation of substandard vehicles. Temporary importations may be permitted for the purpose of bringing substandard vehicles into conformity with the safety standards (Section 1397). 19 C.F.R. �� 12.80 (1995) set forth these standards.
15 U.S.C. �� 1451-1461 - Fair Packaging and Labeling Act This Act which prohibits the unfair and deceptive packaging and labeling of consumer commodities and provides the Secretary of HHS and the FTC with authority to promulgate regulations concerning labeling requirements, provides that, for imports, the Customs will enforce those regulations. See 21 C.F.R. Part 101, Part 701 (1995); 16 C.F.R. �� 500 (1995).
15 U.S.C. �� 1471-1476 - Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970 Customs makes sure that imported products are labeled correctly.
15 U.S.C. �� 1901-1949 - National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (Bumper Standards) Customs may deny entry to any automobile failing to comply with the Act which provides for the setting of motor vehicle bumper standards by the NHTSA, and prohibits the manufacture, sale, delivery or importation of vehicles with bumpers which do not meet the standard. Temporary importations may be permitted for the purpose of bringing substandard vehicles into conformity with the bumper standards (Section 1916). See 49 C.F.R. Part 581 (1995).
15 U.S.C. �� 2021-2034 - National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (Theft Prevention) Customs assists in the enforcement of this Act which provides for the setting of motor vehicle theft prevention standards by the Secretary of Transportation concerning major automotive parts, and prohibits the manufacture, sale, delivery or importation of vehicles which do not meet the standard. Temporary importations may be permitted for the purpose of bringing substandard vehicles into conformity with the standards (Section 2027).
15 U.S.C. �� 2051-2083 - Consumer Product Safety Act Customs assists in the enforcement of this Act which provides for the establishment of the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the setting of consumer product safety standards. The CPSC has the authority to issue an order prohibiting the importation, and refuse admission, of products which it determines are in violation of the CPSC standards. (Sections 2064 and 2066). Products solely for export are exempted from the CPSC standards. See 16 C.F.R. �� 1500.1-1500.272 (1995).
15 U.S.C. �� 2101-2106 - Hobby Protection Act Customs enforces import restrictions under this Act which prohibits the manufacture or importation of political items, coins and other numismatic items which do not meet specified marking requirements. See 16 C.F.R. �� 304.1-304.6 (1995).
15 U.S.C. �� 2601-2629 - Toxic Substances Control Act Under this Act which provides for the regulation of toxic substances by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Customs prohibits the entry of any chemical substance which violates EPA��s standards. Treasury, in consultation with EPA, promulgated regulations to enforce the entry ban. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.118-127 (1995).
15 U.S.C. �� 4401-4408 - Comprehensive Smokeless Tobacco Health Education Act Customs assists in the enforcement of this Act which prohibits the manufacture, importation, or package for sale within the United States of any smokeless tobacco product which fails to bear the Surgeon General warning label. See 16 C.F.R. �� 307.1- 307.12 (1995).
15 U.S.C. �� 4605 - Export of Semiconductor Manufacturing Customs enforces this section which provides that the exports of materials, equipment and technology developed through a federal grant by the consortium of U.S. semiconductor firms (Sematech) shall be subject to the Export Administration Act of 1979 (50 U.S.C. App. �� 2401).

 

TITLE 16 - CONSERVATION             back to top

16 U.S.C. �� 620-620j - Forest Resources Conservation and Shortage Relief Act of 1990 Customs enforces the prohibition on the exportation of unprocessed timber originating from certain federal, state or other public lands.
16 U.S.C. �� 668-668d - Bald Eagle Protection Act Customs enforces the prohibition on the transporta tion of bald eagles and golden eagles except as authorized by Interior. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.26 (1995); 50 C.F.R. Part 10 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 701 - Lacey Act Customs enforces the prohibition on the importation of game and wild birds in contravention of this law. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.26 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 703-708; 709a-711 - Migratory Bird Treaty Act Customs enforces the provisions of this treaty proscribing the importation of migratory birds or products relating thereto if obtained in violation of the laws of any province of the Dominion of Canada from which taken. See 50 C.F.R. Parts 10, 14, 15, 16, 20 and 21 (1995) and 19 C.F.R. �� 12.26 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 742a-742d; 742e-742j-1 - Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956 Customs enforces the prohibition on the importation of any wild animal or bird contrary to the provisions of this Act. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.26 (1995), 50 C.F.R. Part 10 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 773-773k - Northern Pacific Halibut Act of 1982 Customs enforces this Act dealing primarily with catching, attempting to catch, or importing halibut.
16 U.S.C. �� 781-785 - Sponge Act Customs enforces provisions of this law which prohibits possession in commerce of sponges below a certain size.
16 U.S.C. �� 916-916-l - Whaling Convention Act of 1949 Customs enforces prohibitions against the importation or exportation of whale or whale products. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.30 (1995), 50 C.F.R. Part 351 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 951-953; 955-961 - Tuna Convention Act of 1950 Customs denies entry of tuna imported contrary to this Act.
16 U.S.C. �� 971-971i - Atlantic Tunas Convention Customs in cooperation with the Coast Guard and the Secretary of Commerce is responsible for enforcement including restricting the entry of certain fish.
16 U.S.C. �� 972-972h - Eastern Pacific Tuna Fishing Customs in cooperation with the Coast Guard and the Secretary of Commerce is responsible for enforcement including restricting the entry of certain fish.
16 U.S.C. �� 973 - South Pacific Tuna Fishing Customs in cooperation with the Coast Guard and the Secretary of Commerce is responsible for enforcement including restricting the entry of certain fish.
16 U.S.C. �� 1021-1023; 1025-1030; 1032-1035 - North Pacific Fisheries Act of 1954 as amended Customs prevents the landing of fish caught in violation of this international agreement to abstain from fishing in certain areas.
16 U.S.C. �� 1151-1175 - Fur Seal Act of 1966 as amended Customs enforces prohibitions against the importation or possession of fur seals and sea otters. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.60-12.63 (1995); 50 C.F.R. Part 215 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 1361-1362; 1371-1407, 1421a-1421h - Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 as amended Customs enforces the prohibition against importation of marine mammals taken in violation of the Act and aids in enforcement of the penalty provisions. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.30 (1995); 50 C.F.R. Parts 10, 17, 18, and 216 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 1411-1418 - International Dolphin Conservation Act of 1992 Customs enforces the prohibition against the importation of yellowfin tuna or yellowfin tuna products under certain conditions.
16 U.S.C. �� 1531-1543 - Endangered Species Act of 1973 Customs enforces the prohibitions against importation into or exportation from the United States of any endangered species, unless an exemption is granted. 19 C.F.R. �� 12.26 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 1801-1802, 1811-1813, 1821-1826, 1851-1862, 1881-1882, - Magnuson Fishery Conservation and Management Act Customs enforces the prohibition against fishing by foreign vessels in U.S. waters and in contiguous fisheries zone, including provisions relating to the transportation in foreign commerce of certain lobsters.
16 U.S.C. �� 1826a-1826c - High Seas Driftnet Fisheries Enforcement Act Customs denies port privileges to certain large-scale driftnet fishing vessels.
16 U.S.C. �� 2401-2412 - Antarctic Conservation Act of 1978 Customs enforces the prohibition against importation, absent a special permit, of any flora or fauna native to Antarctica into the United States.
16 U.S.C. �� 3371-3378 - Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 Customs enforces the prohibition on the importation and exportation of any fish, wildlife or plants contrary to this Act. See 50 C.F.R. �� 10.1-10.22 (1995).
16 U.S.C. �� 4901-4916 - Wild Bird Conservation Act of 1992 Customs enforces the prohibition on the importation of certain exotic birds.
16 U.S.C. �� 5301-5306 - Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Act of 1994 Customs enforces (with reference to 22 U.S.C. �� 1978) restrictions on the importation of wildlife specimens and products from Taiwan and import certification requirements for China, directed towards a goal of ending trade in rhinoceros and tiger products.

 

TITLE 17 - COPYRIGHTS               back to top

17 U.S.C. �� 101-120 - Copyright Acts Customs enforces the provisions of this Act which prohibit or restrict the importation of certain copyrighted works. 37 C.F.R. �� 201.8 (1995); 19 C.F.R. �� 133.31-133.53 (1995). See also 18 U.S.C. �� 2319 for criminal penalty provisions relating to violations of 17 U.S.C. �� 506(a).
17 U.S.C. �� 901-914 - Semiconductor Chip Production Act of 1984 Customs enforces this Act which excludes articles that infringe the rights of mask work owners.
17 U.S.C. �� 1001-1010 - Audio Home Recording Act of 1992 Prohibits the importation of certain digital audio recording devices or digital audio interface devices.

 

 

TITLE 18 - CRIMES AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE   
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18 U.S.C. �� 42, 46-47 - Importation of Animals, Birds, Fish and Plants Customs enforces the laws affecting the importation of mammals, birds, fish, amphibia and reptiles. 50 C.F.R. Parts 10, 13 and 16 (1995); 19 C.F.R. Part 12 (1995).
18 U.S.C. �� 111-115 - Assaults on Federal Officers Customs reports to U.S. attorneys any assaults or threats thereof on federal officers or members of their immediate family.
18 U.S.C. �� 205-225 - Bribery Detection Customs attempts to detect violations of law pertaining to bribery of Customs officers.
18 U.S.C. �� 286 - Conspiracy to Defraud Customs enforces this criminal provision with regard to conspiracy to defraud Customs by any false, fictitious or fraudulent claim. (See also 18 U.S.C. �� 371, general conspiracy statute)
18 U.S.C. �� 287 - False, Fictitious or Fraudulent Claims Customs enforces this provision pertaining to the presentation of any claim upon or against the United States knowing that the claim is false, fictitious or fraudulent.
18 U.S.C. �� 371 - Conspiracy Customs enforces this criminal provision with regard to conspiracy to defraud the United States or any agency thereof in any manner or for any purpose
18 U.S.C. �� 471-510 - Importation of Counterfeit or Forged Obligations or Securities Customs enforces the law prohibiting the importation of counterfeit obligations, securities, coins, currency, Customs forms, ships�� papers, and the plates or stones for counterfeiting the same. 19 C.F.R. �� 12.48 (1995).
18 U.S.C. �� 511-512 - Motor Vehicles Customs enforces these provisions relating to altered or removed motor vehicle identification numbers.
18 U.S.C. �� 541 - Entry of Goods Falsely Classified Customs enforces this provision which prescribes a penalty for falsely classifying goods upon entry as to weight, measure, quality or value.
18 U.S.C. �� 542 - Entry by Means of False Statements Customs enforces this law which prescribes a penalty for the entry or introduction into the commerce of the United States any merchandise by means of false statements, documents or practices.
18 U.S.C. �� 543 - Entry of Goods for Less than Legal Duty Customs enforces this criminal sanction with prohibits any revenue officer from entering goods upon payment of less than legal duty.
18 U.S.C. �� 544 - Relanding of Goods Customs enforces this criminal law which penalizes the party involved and allows for forfeiture of any goods entered or withdrawn for exportation without payment of duties thereon or with the intent to obtain a drawback of duties paid and later relanded in the United States without entry.
18 U.S.C. �� 545 - Smuggling Goods into the United States Customs enforces this sanction prohibiting the smuggling of merchandise into the United States or importing merchandise into the United States contrary to law. Customs also forfeits merchandise introduced in violation of this statute.
18 U.S.C. �� 546 - Smuggling Goods into Foreign Countries Customs enforces this prohibition against the smuggling of goods into foreign countries by U.S. vessels, citizens, etc. on the basis of reciprocity.
18 U.S.C. �� 547 - Depositing Goods in Buildings on Boundaries Customs enforces this criminal statute which prohibits receiving or depositing any merchandise in any building upon the boundary line between the United States and any foreign country in violation of law.
18 U.S.C. �� 548 - Removing or Repacking Goods in Warehouses Customs enforces this statute which makes criminal the concealment, removal or repacking of merchandise in any bonded warehouse or the fraudulent alteration of any marks thereon.
18 U.S.C. �� 549 - Removing Goods from Customs Custody; Breaking Seals Customs enforces this criminal statute which prohibits the unauthorized attachment or removal of a Customs seal, the removal or attempted removal of bonded merchandise from Customs custody, and the receipt or transportation of any such merchandise unlawfully removed.
18 U.S.C. �� 550 - False Claim for Refund Duties Customs enforces this statute which provides penalties for any false or fraudulent entry or claim for the payment of drawback, allowance, or refund of duties upon the exportation of merchandise.
18 U.S.C. �� 551 - Concealing or Destroying Invoices or other Papers Customs enforces this criminal provision which prohibits the destruction or concealment of any papers related to the importation of merchandise into the United States.
18 U.S.C. �� 552 - Officers Aiding Importation of Obscene or Treasonous Books and Articles Customs enforces the prohibition on any officer of the United States aiding in the importation of obscene or treasonous books or articles.
18 U.S.C. �� 553 - Stolen Motor Vehicles Customs enforces this law pertaining to the importation or exportation of stolen motor vehicles, vessels, aircraft and other mobile equipment.
18 U.S.C. �� 641 - Public Money, Property, or Records Customs enforces this criminal statute which prohibits theft, receipt, concealment or retention of any United States property stolen from Customs custody.
18 U.S.C. �� 659 - Interstate or Foreign Shipments by Carrier Customs aids in the enforcement of this statute which prohibits the theft or embezzlement of goods from foreign shipment of carriers and the receipt or possession of stolen or embezzled goods.
18 U.S.C. �� 831, 836 - Dangerous Cargo Act Customs enforces import restrictions on fireworks and nuclear materials. 49 C.F.R. Parts 171, 173, 179, and 195 (1995); 46 U.S.C. �� 870.
18 U.S.C. �� 841-848 - Importation of Explosive Materials Customs aids in the enforcement of this criminal statute which requires a license for the importation of explosives. 26 C.F.R. Part 181 (1995).
18 U.S.C. �� 912-917 - False Impersonation Customs enforces these laws relating to impersonating a Federal officer.
18 U.S.C. �� 921-930 - Gun Control Act Customs enforces restrictions on the importation of firearms. 26 C.F.R. Part 178 (1995) and 26 C.F.R. �� 251 (1995).
18 U.S.C. �� 955 - Foreign Securities Act Customs enforces laws designed to prevent importation of counterfeit coins, stamps and similar items.
18 U.S.C. �� 960-967 - Exportation of Armed Vessels, Arms, Liquor and Narcotics Customs enforces the provisions of law regulating the prerequisites to a vessel��s departure and the prohibitions against exportation of armed vessels, arms, liquor and narcotics.
18 U.S.C. �� 981-982, 984 - Money Laundering Customs civil and criminal forfeiture authorities regarding money laundering violations. See �� 18 U.S.C. �� 1956.
18 U.S.C. �� 1001-1032 - False and Fraudulent Statements Customs enforces the provisions of law which relate to false or fraudulent statements made to defraud the United States.
18 U.S.C. �� 1081-1084 - Gambling Ship Act Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the transportation between ship and shore or passengers to or from a gambling ship not within the jurisdiction of any state.
18 U.S.C. �� 1263 - Marks and Labels on Packages of Liquor Customs enforces these provisions which provide for a fine or imprisonment for those who knowingly ship into the U.S. any unmarked or labeled package of liquor, and the seizure and forfeiture of any such liquor. See also 18 U.S.C. �� 3615; 21 U.S.C. �� 342(d); 27 U.S.C. �� 201-219a; 19 C.F.R. �� 12.37-12.38 (1995); 27 C.F.R. �� 251, Parts 1, 3-5, 7 (1995).
18 U.S.C. �� 1301 - Importing or Transporting Lottery Tickets Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the importation or transportation in interstate or foreign commerce of any lottery ticket.
18 U.S.C. �� 1341-1346 - Mail Fraud Customs enforces these provisions relating to mail and wire fraud.
18 U.S.C. �� 1462, 1465 - Importation or Transportation of Obscene Matters Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit the importation or transportation into the United States of any obscene material.
18 U.S.C. �� 1699 - Certification of Delivery from Vessel Customs enforces this provision of law which requires that no vessel shall break bulk or make entry until all letters on board are delivered to the nearest post office.
18 U.S.C. �� 1715 - National Firearms Act Customs make sure that all imported explosive, munitions of war, firearms and ammunition are covered by an ATF permit.
18 U.S.C. �� 1761-1762 - Transportation or Importation of Prison-Made Goods Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit knowingly transporting into the United States goods or merchandise made by prisoners from any foreign country. 19 C.F.R. �� 12.45 (1995).
18 U.S.C. �� 1912 - Acceptance of Fees Acceptance of any fee or reward, relative to inspection of vessels is prohibited unless allowed by law.
18 U.S.C. �� 1915 - Compromise of Customs Liabilities Customs enforces this provision of law which prohibits an officer of the U.S., without lawful authority, to compromise, or abate any claim of the U.S. arising under the Customs laws.
18 U.S.C. �� 1951, 2513, 1961-1068 - Anti-Racketeering Act Customs aids in the enforcement of these criminal statutes pertaining to racketeering. 28 C.F.R. �� 9(a) (1995).
18 U.S.C. �� 1956, 1957, 1960, 981-982, 984 - Money Laundering Control Act of 1986 Customs enforces these provisions directed at illegal financial transactions and international transportation of funds.
18 U.S.C. �� 2117 - Breaking or Entering Carrier Facilities Customs assists in enforcing this provision which prohibits the breaking or entering of sealed or locked carrier facilities.
18 U.S.C. �� 2119 - Motor Vehicles Customs enforces this provision which prohibits, while possessing a firearm, the taking of a motor vehicle from a person or their presence by force and violence or by intimidation that has been transported, shipped or received in interstate or foreign commerce.
18 U.S.C. �� 2231 - Assault or Resistance to Serving and Executing a Search Warrant Customs enforces this provision of law which provides for a monetary penalty and/or imprisonment for forcibly assaulting, resisting, opposing or preventing the service or execution of a search warrant.
18 U.S.C. �� 2232 - Destruction or Removal of Property to Prevent Seizure Customs enforces this provision of law which prohibits the destruction or removal of property to prevent seizure.
18 U.S.C. �� 2233 - Rescue of Seized Property Customs enforces this provision of law which prohibits the rescuing of property which has already been seized.
18 U.S.C. �� 2251-2258 - Child Protection Act of 1984, as amended by the Child Protection Restoration and Penalties Enhancement Act of 1990 Customs enforces provisions forbidding the shipment of material relating to the sexual exploitation of minors.
18 U.S.C. �� 2274, 2275, 2276 - Destruction of Vessels within the Admiralty and Maritime Jurisdiction of the U.S. Customs enforces these provisions of law which prohibit the destruction, misuse, tampering, or breaking and entering of any vessel.
18 U.S.C. �� 2277 - Explosives or Dangerous Weapons Aboard Vessels Customs enforces this prohibition against the existence of explosives and dangerous weapons aboard vessels. See 46 U.S.C. �� 170.
18 U.S.C. �� 2279 - Boarding Vessels before Arrival Customs enforces this provision of law which prohibits unauthorized persons from boarding vessels before they are actually moored, when they are about to arrive at their place of destination.
18 U.S.C. �� 2312, 2313 - Transportation, Sale or Receipt of Stolen Vehicles Customs enforces these provisions prohibiting the transportation, sale or receipt of stolen vehicles or aircraft.
18 U.S.C. �� 2317, 2319 - Stolen Property Customs aids in the enforcement of these provisions prohibiting the transportation of stolen articles in interstate or foreign commerce.
18 U.S.C. �� 2318 - Trafficking in Counterfeit Labels Customs aids in the enforcement of these provisions regarding counterfeit phonorecord labels, copies of motion pictures and other audiovisual works.
18 U.S.C. �� 2320 - Trafficking in Counterfeit Goods or Services Customs enforces this statute prohibiting trafficking of counterfeit goods or services.

 

TITLE 19 - CUSTOMS DUTIES             back to top

19 U.S.C. �� 3, 66
Delegation of Authority		 The Secretary of the Treasury shall delegate to Customs the authority to enact the necessary rules in order to carry out the task of collecting duties.
19 U.S.C. �� 58a-58c
Fees for Services of Customs Officers		 This provision enables Customs to collect fees on arriving vessels and to cover the costs of services furnished by Customs officers.
19 U.S.C. �� 68, 69
Erection of Buildings		 Customs may acquire land and erect buildings along the Canadian and Mexican borders, and in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Guam, to aid in the enforcement of customs and immigration laws; Customs also may erect protective gates across international highways and roads crossing the border as may be necessary to prevent unlawful entry or smuggling.
19 U.S.C. �� 70
Obstruction of Revenue Officers from Boarding Vessels		 Customs enforces this statute which prohibits the master of a vessel from obstructing or hindering any revenue officer from boarding a vessel to enforce the revenue or navigation laws of the United States.
19 U.S.C. �� 81a-81u
Foreign Trade Zones		 Customs controls access to, and acts within, foreign trade zones. Such zones are created pursuant to this statute to allow foreign goods to be manufactured or manipulated in the United States without being "admitted" into the customs territory of the United States. 19 C.F.R. �� 146 (1995); 15 C.F.R. Part 400 (1995).
19 U.S.C �� 130-131
Country of Origin		 Customs enforces certain prohibitions against importation of goods by the use of other than U.S. or country of origin vessels.
19 U.S.C. �� 282-294
Oath of Master, Sea Stores, Places with no Customhouse		 Customs enforces these provisions which regulate the passage of vessels between customhouses, foreign ports, and domestic ports without customhouses, with respect to the vessels�� passengers, "sea stores" and cargo.
19 U.S.C. �� 482
Search of Vehicles and Persons		 This provision gives Customs officers the authority to stop, search, and examine any vehicle, beast, or person entering the United States.
19 U.S.C. �� 507
Officers to Make Character Known		 Customs officers are given the authority to demand the assistance of any person, when necessary, to help the officer in carrying out his duties.
19 U.S.C. �� 1202-1677
Tariff Act of 1930, as amended		 Customs enforces all laws relating to assessment and collection of duty, protection of the revenue, entry of vessels, clearance of passengers, exclusion of prohibited merchandise, and regulation of customhouse brokers.
19 U.S.C. �� 1701-1711
Anti-Smuggling Act		 Customs is provided with special enforcement authority to cope with smuggling.
19 U.S.C. �� 1751-1756
Trade Fair Act of 1959		 Customs enforces this Act relating to the entry of merchandise intended for exhibition or for use in constructing, installing, or maintaining foreign exhibits at designated trade fairs.
19 U.S.C. �� 1801-1888
Trade Expansion Act of 1962		 This Act authorizes rates of duty and changes in rates of duty to carry out obligations under international trade agreements to which the United States is a party.
19 U.S.C. �� 2001-2033
Automotive Products Trade Act of 1965		 Customs insures that products claimed to be duty free under this Act are bona-fide products of Canada and are actually used in the manufacture of original automotive equipment.
19 U.S.C. �� 2081
Undercover Investigative Operations of the Customs Service		 Customs authority to conduct undercover operations subject to certain statutory exemptions and procedures is codified under this law.
19 U.S.C. �� 2091-2095
Importation of Pre-Columbian Art		 Customs enforces the provisions requiring that all importations of Pre-Columbian Art be accompanied by a certificate from the country of origin certifying that such exportation was lawful.
19 U.S.C. �� 2101-2119
Trade Act of 1974		 Customs, under this Act, is given additional enforcement responsibilities with respect to antidumping, countervailing duties, and unfair import practices. In addition, Customs is given the responsibility of administering a generalized system of preferences applicable to developing nations.
19 U.S.C. �� 2502-2581
Trade Agreements Act of 1979		 Customs enforces the provisions of agreements or determinations made under this law.
19 U.S.C. �� 2601-2613
Convention on Cultural Property		 Customs enforces the provisions which prohibit and prevent illicit importations of cultural property.
19 U.S.C. �� 2701-2706
Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act		 Customs administers the provisions of this Act which permit duty-free treatment for eligible articles from certain Caribbean Basin nations.
19 U.S.C. �� 3001-3012
Implementation of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule		 Customs administers this Act which implements the nomenclature established by the International Convention on the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System.
19 U.S.C. �� 3201-3206
Andean Trade Preference Act		 Customs insures that articles claimed to be duty-free from Bolivia, Ecuador, Columbia and Peru meet the necessary standards.
P.L. 100-449
United States-Canadian Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act of 1988		 Customs enforces this Act which adopts the duty preferences of the U.S.- Canada Free Trade Agreement. See also 19 U.S.C. �� 1508(b)-(d) and 19 C.F.R. Parts 10, 24, 148 (1995).

 

TITLE 21 - FOOD AND DRUGS             back to top

21 U.S.C. �� 41-50 - Tea Importation Act Customs enforces this Act which makes it unlawful to import tea which is inferior to the standards set forth in 21 U.S.C. �� 43, and prohibits the importation of such merchandise except as permitted by the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Section 43 authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to establish standards. See, 21 C.F.R. Part 1220 (1995), 19 C.F.R. �� 12.33 (1995).
21 U.S.C. �� 61-64 - Filled Milk Act It is unlawful to manufacture, ship or deliver filled milk for shipment in interstate or foreign commerce. The Department of Agriculture regulations are enforced by Customs.
21 U.S.C. �� 101-105 - Importation of Cattle and Quarantine This Act provides for suspension of importation of animals to prevent the spread of disease, and for the quarantine of prohibited classes of animals. Importation of all animals described by the Act is prohibited except at certain designated ports. All animals are to be inspected upon import or export. Customs approves the designation of ports in quarantine and is authorized to enforce Department of Agriculture regulations. See, 9 C.F.R. Parts 91-96 (1995); 19 C.F.R. �� 12.24 (1995).
21 U.S.C. �� 111-135b - Prevention of Introduction and Spread of Contagion This statute authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to prevent the introduction and the Secretary of the Treasury to prevent the exportation of diseased livestock or poultry. See, 9 C.F.R. Parts 50, 51, 53, 56, 71, 73, 75, 76, 78, 79, 82, 85, 91, 98, 99 (1995).
21 U.S.C. �� 113a - Foot-and-Mouth Disease Act This Act authorizes the study of animal disease and prohibits introduction of live foot and mouth disease virus into the United States except under certain defined circumstances. Customs enforces Agriculture restrictions and regulations.
21 U.S.C. �� 135 - Establishment of International Animal Quarantine Stations This Act authorizes the establishment of international quarantine stations. Customs enforces laws regarding importation of livestock.
21 U.S.C. �� 141-149 - Import Milk Act This Act restricts the importation of unfit milk and cream by means of a system of permits and inspections. Customs enforces the regulations of the Department of Health and Human Services by refusing to permit the importation of any milk or cream that is not tagged in accordance with such regulations. See, 19 C.F.R. �� 12.7 (1995); 21 C.F.R. Part 1210 (1995).
21 U.S.C. �� 151-159 - Virus Serum and Toxin Act This Act prohibits the preparation, sale and importation of any worthless or harmful virus, serum, toxin or analogous product for use in the treatment of domestic animals without a permit. Customs enforces the regulations of the Department of Agriculture by detaining unauthorized importations or supervising export of such shipments. See, 9 C.F.R. Part 101-107 (1995); 19 C.F.R. �� 12.17-12.24 (1995). Special rules apply to such importations from Canada. See, 21 U.S.C. �� 152.
21 U.S.C. �� 301-394 - Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act This Act prohibits deceptive practices and regulates the manufacture, sale and importation or exportation of food, drugs and cosmetics. See, 21 U.S.C. �� 331, 381, 382. Customs enforces the regulations of the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Secretary of the Treasury by regulating the release of the foregoing products and/or their exportation. See, 19 C.F.R. Part 12 (1995); 21 C.F.R. �� 1.83-1.99 (1995). See, also, MOU between FDA and Customs, October 1, 1980.
21 U.S.C. �� 451-470 - Poultry Products Inspection Act This Act provides standards for inspection, packaging and sale of poultry and poultry products and prohibits the importation of slaughtered poultry not in compliance with prescribed standards and regulations. Customs enforces the regulations of the Department of Agriculture by refusing to permit the importation of nonconforming poultry. See, 9 C.F.R. Part 381 (1995).
21 U.S.C. �� 601-624 - Federal Meat Inspection Act This Act provides standards for inspection, packaging and sale of meat and meat products and prohibits the importation of adulterated, misbranded or improperly slaughtered meat. Customs enforces the prohibition against the importation of such products in violation of the regulations of the Department of Agriculture and the prohibition against the clearance of vessels carrying cattle and other animals without an inspector��s certificate. See, 19 C.F.R. �� 12.8-12.9 (1995); 19 U.S.C. �� 1306; 9 C.F.R. Part 327 (1995).
21 U.S.C. �� 801-966 - Controlled Substances Act This Act prohibits the manufacture, distribution, dispensing or improper possession or use of controlled substances, except as provided in the Act; provides for registration of legitimate manufacturers; provides for penalties and forfeiture of profits derived from continuing criminal enterprises; and forfeiture of conveyances used to or facilitating the transport, sale etc., of controlled substances. (Customs officers cross-designated by the Attorney General pursuant to 21 U.S.C. �� 873(b) are authorized to conduct any investigations, seizures or forfeitures under this Act).
21 U.S.C.�� 801, 802, 830,841-843, 872, 876, 881, 960, 961.972 - Chemical Diversion and Trafficking Act of 1988 This Act prohibits the importation and exportation of certain chemicals used to manufacture a controlled substance as well as forfeiture of these chemicals, all drug manufacturing equipment, all tableting machines, all encapsulating machines and all gelatin capsules, which have been imported, exported in violation of this law. See 21 C.F.R. �� 1310-1313 (1995).
21 U.S.C. �� 863 - Mail Order Drug Paraphernalia Control Act This Act is enforced by Customs and prohibits the import/export of drug paraphernalia; provides for imprisonment or fine; and authorizes seizure or forfeiture.
21 U.S.C. �� 951-971 - Controlled Substances Import and Export Act This Act prohibits the importation, or exportation of controlled substances except as provided in the Act; prohibits manufacture or distribution for purposes of unlawful distribution; prohibits illegal manufacture, distribution and possession on board vessels arriving in or departing from U.S.; and requires registration and permits to import or export controlled substances. Pursuant to 21 C.F.R. �� 1312.14, 1312.15, 1312.19, 1312.24 and 1312.28 (1995) registered importers and exporters must file permits and declarations with the Customs District Director at the port of import or export, who then forwards them to the appropriate DEA office. (Customs officers cross-designated by the Attorney General pursuant to 21 U.S.C. �� 873(b) are authorized to conduct any investigations, seizures or forfeitures under this Act).
21 U.S.C. �� 967-969 - Investigations, Oaths, Subpoenas, etc. This Act authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to subpoena witnesses, compel testimony, etc. in connection with any investigation necessary to the enforcement of 18 U.S.C. �� 545 with respect to controlled substances; and provides for contempt proceedings.
21 U.S.C. �� 1031-1056 - Egg Product Inspection Section 1046 prohibits the importation of certain restricted eggs (including "dirties" "incubator rejects" and "leakers") except as authorized by the Secretary of Agriculture; 7 C.F.R. �� 59.900-59.970 (1995) provides for Customs to enforce regulations regarding inspection, labeling, certification, detention, sealing, movement under bond etc. of imported eggs.

 

 

TITLE 22 - FOREIGN RELATIONS             back to top

22 U.S.C. �� 254a-254e; 256-258a - Diplomatic Relations Act Customs accords diplomatic immunity to members of missions from foreign nations and their families in compliance with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
22 U.S.C. �� 287c - United Nations Participation Act of 1945 This Act provides Customs with authority for the enforcement of certain economic sanctions.
22 U.S.C. �� 288b - Baggage and Effects of Officers and Employees of International Organizations and Foreign Governments Baggage and effects of alien officers and employees of international organizations are exempt from Customs duties. 19 C.F.R. �� 148.81 (1995).
22 U.S.C. �� 401, 406, 408, 421-422 - Exportation of War Materials This Act authorizes Customs seizure and forfeiture of arms, munitions of war, and other articles exported in violation of law. 22 C.F.R. Part 127 (1995).
22 U.S.C. �� 454a - Unlawful Use of American Flag Customs enforces this section which prohibits any foreign flag vessel from using a U.S. flag or such distinctive markings. See 19 C.F.R. �� 4.61 (1995).
22 U.S.C. �� 464 - Vessels Built or Fitted Out for Warlike Purposes Customs enforces this provision which requires the detention of any vessel built for warlike purposes which is about to depart the United States.
22 U.S.C. �� 611-621 - Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended Customs enforces this Act which restricts and sets guidelines for the importation of political propaganda. 28 C.F.R. Part 5 (1995).
22 U.S.C. �� 1978 - Restriction on Imports of Fishery or Wildlife Products Customs enforces the prohibition on the importation of fish products or wildlife products from countries which have been found to violated international fishery, endangered or threatened species programs.
22 U.S.C. �� 2291(c)(1) - Prohibition on Participation in Police Arrest Action in any Foreign Country with Respect to Drug Violations Subject to certain exceptions, no Customs officer may engage or participate in any direct police action in any foreign country with respect to narcotics control efforts, and other restrictions apply to certain enforcement activities.
22 U.S.C. �� 2304 - Human Rights and Security Assistance International Narcotics Control Corrections Act of 1994, amending 22 U.S.C. �� 2291 concerning the use of herbicides for aerial eradication, and also NATO Participation Act of 1994, providing for a program to assist the transition to NATO membership of Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other "Partnership for Peace" countries, i.e. such as those not supporting international terrorism.
Customs assists in the enforcement of this provision which prohibits the licensing for export of crime control and detection instruments and equipment to countries which engage in violations of internationally recognized human rights.
22 U.S.C. �� 2349aa-8 - Prohibition on Imports from and Exports to Libya Customs enforces this law which provides for the limitation of importations from and exportations to Libya.
22 U.S.C. �� 2340aa-9 - Ban on Imports from Countries Supporting Terrorism Customs enforces this restriction on imported goods from countries supporting terrorism.
22 U.S.C. �� 2370(a) - Embargo on Trade - Cuba Customs polices the embargo on all trade with Cuba unless deemed by the President to be in the national interest.
22 U.S.C. �� 2371 - Prohibition on Assistance to Countries Supporting International Terrorism Customs assists in the enforcement of this section which prohibits the licensing for export of products to countries which grant sanctuary to international terrorists.
22 U.S.C. �� 2459 - Immunity from Seizure of Cultural Objects Imported for Temporary Exhibition Customs administers this law which exempts from seizure any archaeological or ethnological material or any article of cultural property which is imported into the United States for temporary exhibition or display if specially designated under the Act.
22 U.S.C. �� 2778 - Arms Export Control Act Customs enforces this Act which governs the exportation and importation of defense articles. 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-127 (1995); 27 C.F.R. Part 47 (1995).
22 U.S.C. �� 2778 note - Landmine Export Moratorium Customs enforces the prohibition for one year against any anti-personnel landmine. The prohibition ends on October 22, 1993.
22 U.S.C. �� 5001-5117 - Anti-Apartheid Program Customs enforces the provisions prohibiting importation of krugerrands, military articles, certain agricultural products, and certain other materials and exportation of computer parts and arms.
22 U.S.C. �� 6001-6010 - Cuban Democracy Act of 1992 Customs enforces the provisions of this Act which allows certain exports to Cuba.

 

TITLE 26 - INTERNAL REVENUE CODE   back to top

26 U.S.C. �� 4461-4462 - Harbor Maintenance Tax Customs collects an ad valorem tax imposed for port use. All administrative and enforcement provisions of Customs laws and regulations shall apply to the tax of this subchapter as if such tax were a Customs duty.
26 U.S.C. �� 4611-4682 - Environmental Taxes Customs collects an excise tax on a number of imported petroleum products, chemical and "taxable substances", for example, if the Secretary of the Treasury determines, after consulting with Customs and EPA, that taxable chemicals constitute more than 50% of the weight.
26 U.S.C. �� 5001-5010 - Tax on Distilled Spirits Customs collects a tax imposed on distilled spirits, wines and beer. Customs assists in collecting the taxes and in certain regulatory functions. Customs collection of internal revenue taxes on imported distilled spirits, beer and wine are to be collected, accounted for, and deposited as internal revenue collections by the District Director of Customs. See 27 C.F.R. �� 251.48 (1995). Customs also collects taxes on distilled spirits, beer and wine that must be paid by electronic fund transfer (EFT). Customs further assists in the enforcement of the tax laws through its inspection powers. The Customs officer shall not release distilled spirits until he inspects the spirits, with particular emphasis on losses in transit, and makes certain that various documentary requirements are complied with. See 27 C.F.R. �� 251.171-251.175 (1995).
26 U.S.C. �� 5701-5708 - Tax on Tobacco Customs collects internal revenue taxes on tobacco products and cigarette papers and tubes, imported or brought into the United States. The taxes are to be collected, accounted for, and deposited as internal revenue collections by the District Director of Customs. See 27 C.F.R. �� 275.62 (1995). Customs also collects internal revenue taxes on tobacco products and cigarette papers and tubes, imported or brought into the United States that must be paid by electronic fund transfer (EFT). See, 27 C.F.R. �� 275.63 (1995). Customs inspects at the port of entry Puerto Rican tobacco products and cigarette papers and tubes, brought into the United States. See 27 C.F.R. �� 275.101-141(1995).
Customs assists in the enforcement of the provisions allowing for the removal from a factory or an export warehouse of tobacco products, and cigarette papers and tubes, and for the removal of cigars from a Customs warehouse, without payment of tax, for direct exportation or for delivery for subsequent exportation. See 27 C.F.R. �� 290.61 (1995).
Customs also assists the Internal Revenue Service in establishing an allowance of drawback of tax paid on tobacco and cigarette papers and tubes, when shipped from the United States. See 27 C.F.R. �� 290.227 (1995). Customs assists by inspecting the contents before lading onto the carrier and filling out various forms documenting the inspection. (26 U.S.C. �� 5706).
26 U.S.C. �� 5801-5802 - Importation of Firearms Customs assists the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms in that Agency's overall regulation of the importation of certain firearms into the United States. Customs officers are authorized to take "appropriate action" to assure compliance with 27 C.F.R. Part 47 (1995), and with 27 C.F.R. �� 178-179, as those sections concern the importation or attempted importation of articles on the U.S. Munitions Import List. The assistance rendered by Customs to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms generally involves the inspection of required documentation prior to the release of certain imported firearms from Customs custody. See 27 C.F.R. �� 47.56 (1995).
Additionally, any vessel, vehicle or aircraft used to transport, carry, convey or conceal any firearm with respect to which there has been a violation of any provision of 26 U.S.C. Chapter 53 (or any regulations issued pursuant to that Chapter) shall be subject to seizure and forfeiture under the Customs laws. See 27 C.F.R. �� 179.182 (1995).
26 U.S.C. �� 7327 - Forfeitures The provisions of law applicable to the remission or mitigation by the Secretary of forfeiture under the Customs laws shall apply to forfeitures incurred or alleged to have been incurred under the internal revenue laws.

 

TITLE 27 - INTOXICATING LIQUORS    back to top

27 U.S.C. �� 122 - Webb-Kenyon Act Customs enforces the prohibition against the importation of alcoholic beverages contrary to state law.
27 U.S.C. �� 201-219a - Federal Alcohol Administration Act Customs enforces the prohibition against importing into United States distilled spirits, wine or malt beverages without a permit issued by the Secretary of the Treasury and enforces the provisions pertaining to labeling, bottling and packaging of alcoholic beverages shipped in foreign commerce or removal from Customs custody. 19 C.F.R. �� 12.37-12.38 (1995).

 

TITLE 31 - MONEY AND FINANCE       back to top

31 U.S.C. �� 5301-5326 - Currency and Foreign Transactions Reporting Act, as amended Customs requires reports of exports and imports of monetary instruments in excess of $10,000. See also 31 C.F.R. Part 103 (1995). Customs also enforces regulations pertaining to annual reporting requirements that U.S. holders of foreign bank accounts with an aggregate exceeding $10,000 report to IRS. 31 C.F.R. Part 103 (1995). Money Laundering Suppression Act of 1994, amended �� 5311-5324, including the inclusion of instruments drawn on a foreign financial institution (not in bearer form) into the definition of monetary instruments under �� 5312; the registration of money transmitting businesses �� 5330; adding new �� 5324, in part to reverse Ratzlaf v. United States by eliminating the term "willfully" thereby clarifying that a violation of �� 5324 requires only that the defendant was aware of the reporting requirement and took steps to avoid the report, but not knowledge that the structuring was illegal.

 

TITLE 31 - CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS     
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31 C.F.R. Part I, Subpart A, Sec. 1.1-1.6 (1995) - Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. �� 552 Customs administers regulations issued to implement the public information provisions of 5 U.S.C. �� 552. See also 19 C.F.R. Part 103 (1995) for rules promulgated specifically with respect to U.S. Customs.
31 C.F.R. Part I, Subpart C, Sec. 1.2-1.36 (1995) - Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. �� 552a Customs administers regulations issued to implement the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. �� 552a).
31 C.F.R. Part 401 (1995) - Seizure and Forfeiture of Vessels, Vehicles and Aircraft used to Transport Counterfeit Coins, Obligations, and Paraphernalia These regulations authorize and designate the District Director of Customs to hold in custody vessels, vehicles and aircraft used to violate 49 U.S.C. �� 781 and seized by the U.S. Secret Service officers engaged in enforcement of counterfeit laws.
31 C.F.R. Parts 500-580 (1995) - Foreign Assets Control Regulations Customs enforces these regulations that prohibit the unauthorized importation of and dealings in certain merchandise from certain countries, including North Korea and Vietnam.
31 C.F.R. Part 505 (1995) - Transaction Control Act Customs enforces these regulations that prohibit unauthorized transactions involving the shipment of certain merchandise between foreign countries. [Strategic trade with communist countries not licensed by a COCOM participating or cooperating country of export - concurrent jurisdiction with Commerce Department]
31 C.F.R. Part 515 (1995) - Cuban Assets Control Regulations Customs enforces these regulations which prohibit unauthorized transactions with Cuban and Cuban nationals, including importations and dealings in certain merchandise.
31 C.F.R. Part 520 (1995) - Foreign Funds Control Regulations Customs enforces residual blocking of assets of the governments of Estonia, Latvia, & Lithuania (residual blocking of "scheduled securities").
31 C.F.R. Part 535 (1995) - Iranian Assests Control Regulations & 31 C.F.R. Part 560 (1995) - Iranian Assets Control Regulations Customs enforces these regulations concerning the freeze of residual assets (Part 535) and prohibition of unauthorized transactions with Iran, including importations of certain goods and services (Part 560).
31 C.F.R. Part 550 (1995) - Libyan Sanctions Regulations Customs enforces these regulations which prohibit unauthorized transactions with Libya, including importations and exportations of certain merchandise.
31 C.F.R. Part 575 (1995) - Iraqi Sanctions Regulations Customs enforces these regulations which prohibit unauthorized transactions with Iraq, including importations and exportations of certain merchandise.
31 C.F.R. Part 580 (1995) - Haitian Transactions Regulations Customs enforces these regulations which prohibit unauthorized transactions involving property of the Government of Haiti.
31 C.F.R. Part 585 (1995) - Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) Asset Control Regulations Customs enforces regulations which prohibit importation or exportation of Yugoslavian goods and services.

 

TITLE 33 - NAVIGATION AND NAVIGATABLE               
WATERS                                           back to top

33 U.S.C. �� 381-387 - Suppression of Piracy Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the use of any vessel from being employed in the commission of any act of piracy. Section 385 provides for the seizure and condemnation of vessels outfitted for piracy. Section 387 authorizes the seizure of any vessel outfitted for piracy which is found at any port of the ports within the United States.
33 U.S.C. �� 401-426 - Protection of Navigable Waters Customs enforces these provisions which prohibit the obstruction and deposits of refuse in navigable waters. Section 413 provides for the enforcement of those provisions of sections 401, 403, 404, 406, 407, 408, 409, 411, and 412 of this Title. Section 419 provides for the enforcement of any violation of the regulations governing the dumping of dredging or refuse into navigable waters. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.66b (1995).
33 U.S.C. �� 1221-1236 - Ports and Waterways Safety Act Customs assists the Coast Guard in the enforcement of these provisions requiring vessels entering the navigable waters of the U.S. to be constructed and operated in accordance with this Act. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.66b (1995).
33 U.S.C. �� 1321 - Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the discharge of oil or hazardous substances into or upon the navigable waters of the United States. Section 1321 provides that the clearance as required by section 91 of Title 46 may be withheld of any vessel, the owner, or operator if they are in violation of this section. See 33 C.F.R. �� 153.105 (1995) and 19 C.F.R. �� 4.66a (1995).
33 U.S.C �� 1322 - Marine Sanctions Customs enforces this provision which sets uniform standards for marine sanitation devices and provides for the enforcement of those standards and regulations under this section.
33 U.S.C. �� 1518 - Deepwater Port Act of 1974 Customs enforces this law which provides that all foreign articles used in the construction of deepwater ports shall be subject to all applicable duties and taxes.
33 U.S.C. �� 1901-1912 - Act to Prevent Pollution From Ships Under this Act which prohibits the discharge of oil and harmful substances into navigable waters, Customs may refuse or revoke clearance required by section 91 of Title 19 of any vessel, and its owner, operator, or person in charge may be subject to a penalty under this Act. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.66c (1995).
33 U.S.C. �� 2236 - Harbor Development and Navigation Improvement Act of 1986 Customs clearance may be withheld for a vessel if the owner or operator subject to port dues fails to comply with these laws. Penalties may be assessed and cargo may be forfeited.
33 U.S.C. �� 2605 - Shore Protection Act of 1988 Customs clearance may be withheld for the failure to have permit to transport municipal or commercial waste.
33 C.F.R. Part 105 (1995) - North Atlantic Passenger Routes Customs enforces these regulations which set forth the requirements for filing notice of ship routes.

 

TITLE 35 - PATENTS                            back to top

35 U.S.C. �� 154, 271 - Process Patent Amendments Act of 1988 This Act gives owners of patented processes the right to exclude others from using or selling throughout the United States, or importing into the United States, products made by that process. Available remedies include monetary damages and injunctive relief. The amendments specify that the patent owner shall not be deprived of any other remedies available under 35 U.S.C. �� 271 (a) through (f) or under �� 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, 19 U.S.C. �� 1337, or any other provision of law. If the International Trade Commission determines that 19 U.S.C. �� 1337 pertaining to unfair methods of competition and unfair trade practices has been violated, Customs may be directed to exclude articles covered by that Agency's order. 19 C.F.R. �� 12.39 (1995). 19 C.F.R. �� 12.39a (1995) allows patent owners to request Customs to conduct an import survey.

 

TITLE 39 - POSTAL SERVICE                  back to top

39 U.S.C. �� 604-606 - Private Carriage of Letters Customs enforces those provisions of the law which permit seizure and forfeiture of letters and bags, packets or parcels containing letters which are being carried contrary to law on board any vessel.
39 U.S.C. �� 3002(a) - Nonmailability of Locksmithing Devices Customs aids in the enforcement of this provision prohibiting the mailing of locksmithing devices except to certain statutorily recognized parties.
39 U.S.C. �� 3005 - Conducting a Lottery through the Mails Customs aids in the enforcement of this provision which prohibits the mailing of schemes or devices for obtaining property or money and specifically conducting a lottery through the mails including prohibition of interstate mailing of tickets.
39 U.S.C. �� 3008, 3010 - Pandering of Sexually Oriented Advertisements Customs aids in the enforcement of these provisions which prohibit the mailing of pandering and sexually oriented advertisements without strict compliance with the stated requirements for such mailing and provide for the issuance of any order by the Postal Service to require the sender to refrain from sending such materials; disobedience is punishable by contempt of Court.

 

 

TITLE 40 - PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PROPERTY AND              
       WORKS                                                 back to top

40 U.S.C. �� 304(h), (j), (k) - Liquor Law Repeal and Enforcement Act Customs enforces these provisions regarding the disposition of property forfeited to the United States, the payment of liens and other charges on such property, and the retention or delivery of abandoned or forfeited property.
40 U.S.C. �� 512 - Federal Property and Administrative Services Act Customs enforces those sections of the law which provide for the return of foreign excess or surplus property, when it is determined that the return of such property is in the interest of the Untied States. The transportation costs associated with the return of the property are borne by the recipient.

 

 

TITLE 42 - PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE       back to top

42 U.S.C. �� 88-90, 91, 97-98, 112 - Sanitation and Quarantine Customs enforces the restrictions concerning quarantines and other health related restraints involving vessels and port areas.
42 U.S.C. �� 262 - Licensing of Biological Products Customs enforces import and export restrictions on viruses, serums, toxins, antitoxins and analogous products which do not comply with licensing requirements. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.21-12.23 (1995); 45 C.F.R. Part 204 (1995); 21 C.F.R. Parts 5,7,25,50,58,433 (1995).
42 U.S.C. �� 263b-263n - Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968 as amended Customs refuses entry to all electronic products found not to be in compliance with standards prescribed under this Act. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.90-12.91 (1995); 21 C.F.R. Part 1005 (1995).
42 U.S.C. �� 264-271 - Quarantine, Inspection and Licensing Customs enforces this provision which restricts importations of dogs, cats and monkeys, psittacine birds, turtles, tortoises, and terrapins which do not comply with health standards. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.26 (1995) and 42 C.F.R. �� 71.51-71.55 (1995).
42 U.S.C. �� 2077, 2111, 2122, 2131, 2155 - Atomic Energy Act of 1954 as amended Customs enforces those provisions which restrict importation and exportation of special nuclear material, atomic weapons and byproduct material. See 10 C.F.R. Parts 30, 40, 50, 70, 110 (1995).
42 U.S.C. �� 4901-4918 - Noise Control Act of 1972 Customs enforces this Act which requires importations which are the subject thereto to comply with standards and regulations respecting noise.
42 U.S.C. �� 5401-5426 - National Manufactured Housing Construction And Safety Standards Act of 1974 as amended Customs prohibits admission into the United States of any mobile home which does not comply with safety standards prescribed by this Act.
42 U.S.C. �� 5776a, & 14081 - The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 Created new 42 U.S.C. �� 5776a concerning Customs information and assistance to state and locals regarding missing and exploited children through participation in a federal task force, and 42 U.S.C. �� 14081 concerning Customs participation in rural crime & drug enforcement task forces investigating 21 U.S.C. �� 873(a)[concerning traffic in controlled substances] or offenses punishable by a term of imprisonment of 10 years or more under title 18.
42 U.S.C. �� 6201-6422 - Energy Policy and Conservation Act Under Section 6301, Customs regulates the importation of products covered by this Act including certain consumer products designed to consume energy but excluding automobiles.
42 U.S.C. �� 6938 - Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 Customs assists the EPA in enforcing this provision, implementing regulations and international agreements regulating the international shipment of hazardous wastes. See 40 C.F.R. Part 262 (1995).
42 U.S.C. �� 7521-7543 - Clean Air Act as amended Customs enforces the restrictions on importations of motor vehicle engines found not to be in compliance with federal motor vehicle emission standards. See 19 C.F.R. �� 12.73 (1995); 40 C.F.R. Parts 80, 86 (1995).

 

TITLE 43 - PUBLIC LANDS                      back to top

43 U.S.C. �� 1331-1343, 1801-1866 - Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act as amended Customs enforces customs and navigation laws on the subsoil and seabed of the outer Continental Shelf and defines fixed structures erected thereon. See 19 U.S.C. �� 1433, 19 U.S.C. �� 1436, 19 C.F.R. �� 4.2 (1995) and 19 C.F.R. �� 4.30 (1995).

 

TITLE 45 - RAILROADS                         back to top

45 U.S.C. �� 545 - Amtrak Improvement Act of 1973 as amended Customs cooperates with the National Railroad Passenger Corporation in the enforcement of Customs laws by making en route inspections aboard trains operated in international intercity rail passenger service.

 

TITLE 46 - SHIPPING                           back to top

46 U.S.C. �� 2104 - Delegation of Authority Customs officers may be designated to act in place of a Coast Guard official for enforcement of the provisions.
46 U.S.C. �� 2110-2112 - Payment of Fees This provision specifies which fees may be charged for services rendered by Customs. 19 C.F.R. Part 24 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 3301-3318 - Inspection Customs shall refuse clearance to vessels if a proper certificate of inspection is not in force or if the vessel is not in compliance with such certificate. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.66 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 3502 - Passenger List Passenger lists are required to be kept and open to inspection by Customs. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.7, 4.50 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 3718 - Penalties for Violation of Carriage of Dangerous Cargo Rules Customs may withhold or revoke of clearance for vessels in violation of this section. 46 C.F.R. �� 146.02-6 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 4301-4311 - Import of Recreational Vessels Customs enforces the restrictions regarding the importation of recreational vessels and equipment not in conformity with prescribed safety standards. 19 C.F.R. �� 12.85 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 5101-5116 - Load Lines Pursuant to 5114 Customs enforces the load line requirements including the detention of vessels and assessment of penalties. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.61, 4.65a (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 7302-7319, 8103, 8701-8704 - Merchant Mariner Documents and Manning of Vessels Customs refuses to grant clearance to any vessel bound for a foreign port unless requirements pertaining to citizenship, employment, and qualifications of seamen are satisfied. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.69 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 8304 - Officers Competency Certificates Convention of 1936 Customs is designated to enforce officer certification requirements, and may detain vessels in violation. 46 C.F.R. �� 12.10-1 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 9301-9308 - Regulation of Great Lakes Pilots Customs, based on its enforcement authority under the certification requirements, enforces the requirements for vessels in designated waters of the Great Lakes to have in their service a registered and eligible pilot.
46 U.S.C. �� 10314, 10315, 10505 - Advances Customs refuses to grant clearance to a U.S. vessel bound for a foreign port unless the shipping articles agreements have been presented. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.69 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 10702 - Duties of Masters Customs grants clearance to a foreign-bound vessels only when a written certificate of compliance pertaining to a deceased seaman’s property and wages is received by Customs.
46 U.S.C. �� 10902 - Complaints of Unseaworthiness Customs is designated to take complaints of unseaworthiness by crew and enforce this section.
46 U.S.C. �� 11102, 11103 - Protection and Relief Customs verifies that requirements pertaining to medicine and slop chests have been complied with before clearance may be granted to a vessel bound to a foreign port.
46 U.S.C. �� 12109 - Recreational Vessel Licenses Licensed recreational vessels are exempt from general Customs entry or clearance requirements except for requirements of 19 U.S.C. 1433. All persons on board such vessels, however, remain subject to all applicable Customs regulations. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.94 (1995).
46 U.S.C. �� 31327 - Forfeiture and Vessels with Preferred Mortgages Interests by preferred mortgagee in documented vessel may not be terminated through forfeiture unless the mortgagee authorized, consented or conspired to do the violation. See also 19 U.S.C. �� 1609.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 3 - Admeasurement of Vessels Customs is charged with specific supervision of laws relating to the admeasurement of vessels (official numbers and assigned letters) and with the collection of assessed taxes and duties. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.20-4.24 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 14 - Wrecked Vessel Salvage Customs may register salvaged vessels wrecked on U.S. coasts or adjacent waters when purchased by U.S. citizens if repairs are 3 times the salved value. False statements by the owner subjects the vessel to forfeiture under this section.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 91-91a - Clearance of Vessels Customs grants clearance to vessels bound to foreign ports and enforces penalties for failure to comply with the regulations prescribed by law including the required submission of outbound manifests. 19 C.F.R. Part 4.0 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 97 - State Inspection Laws Customs officers shall pay due regard to state inspection laws and no cargo may be cleared until the master produces the certificates required by the state. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.61 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 104 - Pleasure Vessel and Yacht Tonnage Tax Exemption Exemption from charges, tonnage taxes, and other requirements are granted to foreign yachts and pleasure vessels if reciprocal privileges are accorded U.S. vessels, but Customs may require a license for the privilege. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.20-4.24, 4.94 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 111 - Entry of Specified Types of Vessels Customs determines specific types of vessels exempt from fees and entry or clearance requirements, although vessels generally remain required to report arrival. 19 C.F.R. Part 4 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 121-135 - Tonnage Duties Acts Customs assesses and collects "light money" and tonnage duties with amounts depending on the registry of the vessel subject to certain exemptions prescribed by law. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.20-4.24 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 141-146 - Discriminating Duties and Reciprocal Privileges Customs collects discriminating tonnage duties from vessels of foreign countries found to be collecting such duties from U.S. vessels. Customs also grants certain reciprocal privileges. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.22 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 163 - Regulations for Boarding Vessels Customs enforces regulations governing the boarding before inspection of vessels arriving in the U.S. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.1, 4.7a (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 251-251b - Vessels in Domestic Commerce Customs enforces the proscription against the landing in the U.S. of fish caught on high seas by foreign flag vessels. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.80, 4.81, 4.96 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 262 - Documented Vessels Not to Defraud Revenue Customs assists in the enforcement of this section providing that documented vessels may not be employed in trade whereby the revenue laws of the U.S. are defrauded.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 277 - Inspection of Documents Customs penalizes vessels proceeding to foreign ports without proper documentation.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 289-289c, 291 - Transportation of Passengers, Merchandise in Foreign Vessels Customs enforces these laws providing that foreign vessels may not transport passengers between U.S. ports, unless they meet one of subsequent statutory exceptions or exemptions. Section 291 covers transshipment of merchandise. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.80-4.93 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 292 - Dredging by Foreign Built Dredges Customs assists in the enforcement of the prohibition against dredging by foreign vessels in U.S. waters.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 316, 725 - Use of Foreign Vessels in U.S. Ports Customs enforces limits on foreign vessels in U.S. ports or other locations from engaging in specified operations such as towing or salvaging. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.92, 4.97 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 319 - Penalties for Trading without Required Certificate of Documentation Vessels employed in a trade and not documented may be liable to penalties and under certain circumstances this provision allows for limited seizure and forfeiture of merchandise. This provision also provides that foreign labels, etc., on merchandise are prima facie evidence of foreign origin. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.64 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 320 - Remission or Mitigation of Fines Customs may remit specified fines assessed under this title.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 321-325 - Penalties Customs enforces penalties for specific violations (e.g., malfeasance, obstructing officers or forgery). Most significant is Section 325 for licensed vessels engaging in unauthorized trade in violation of license.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 327 - Notice of Seizure Customs is required to give an owner notice of seizure.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 328 - Recovery of Penalties and Forfeitures Customs may pursue forfeitures and collection of penalties under the customs laws unless otherwise prescribed.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 336 - Canal Boat Fee Exemption Canal boats and boats on internal U.S. waters are exempt from customs fees.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 802, 808 - Shipping Act, 1916 Customs enforces the provisions, including the assessment of penalties, pertaining to the unlawful transportation of vessels in coastwise trade. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.80 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 817d, 817e - Financial Responsibility of Vessel Owner Customs may refuse clearance of passenger vessels failing to establish financial responsibility for death or injury to persons aboard, or nonperformance of transportation. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.68 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 820 - Reports by Carriers on Rates and Tariffs Customs enforces certain provisions of the Intercoastal Shipping Act requiring the filing of specified reports, including the assessment of penalties. 46 C.F.R. Part 222 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 834 - Vessels Refusing to Accept Freight Customs may refuse clearance to any vessel which refuses to accept freight in good condition unless the vessel is fully laden.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 877 - Extension of Coastwise Laws to Certain Island Territories Customs enforces coastwise laws extended to U.S. island territories and possessions.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 883 - Coastwise Transportation of Merchandise in Foreign Vessels The general prohibition against foreign vessels carrying merchandise in the coastwise trade is administered by Customs.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 883a-883b - Report of Foreign Rebuilding of U.S.Vessel U.S. vessels are required to report to Customs any repairs or rebuilding of vessel in foreign ports. Failure to report subjects vessel to forfeiture. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.7, 4.14 (1995).
46 U.S.C. App. �� 1710a - Foreign Laws and Practices Customs may refuse clearance of vessels identified under this section as involved in practices found to adversely affect operations of U.S. carriers in U.S. trade.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 1901-1904 - Maritime Drug Law Enforcement Act Customs assists in the enforcement of the specific prohibition against trafficking in controlled substances aboard vessels subject to U.S. jurisdiction.
46 U.S.C. App. �� 5101-5116; 14513, 14701, - Load Line Acts Customs may detain vessels loaded in violation of load line regulations. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.20, 4.65a (1995).

 

TITLE 47 - TELEGRAPHS, TELEPHONES, AND                 RADIOTELEGRAPHS                                  back to top

47 U.S.C. �� 302a - Devices Which Interfere with Radio Reception Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the importation of devices or home electronic equipment which fail to comply with regulations promulgated by the FCC. 47 C.F.R. �� 2.1201-2.1207, 18.119 (1995).
47 U.S.C. �� 303(s), 330 - Prohibition on Shipments of Certain Television Receivers Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the importation of television receivers incapable of receiving all frequencies allocated to television broadcasting. 47 C.F.R. �� 15.61-15.72 (1995).
47 U.S.C. �� 312a - Communications FCC, upon the request of any appropriate Federal Law enforcement agency, including Customs, may assist in the enforcement of the controlled substance laws where communications equipment is willfully being used for purposes of distributing any controlled substance.
47 U.S.C. �� 510 - Forfeiture of Communication Devices Customs enforces this provision which provides for seizure and forfeiture of communications devices when a person wilfully or knowingly violates 47 U.S.C. �� 301 or 302a, or rules prescribed by the FCC.
47 U.S.C. �� 605 - Unauthorized Publication or Use of Communications Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the importation or exportation of any device or equipment used primarily for the unauthorized decryption of satellite cable programming, or is intended for any other activity prohibited by 47 U.S.C. �� 605(a).

 

 

TITLE 48 - TERRITORIES AND INSULAR                         
POSSESSIONS                                back to top

48 U.S.C. �� 738 - Puerto Rico Customs administers this provision which prohibits the imposition of any duties on goods from the United States imported into Puerto Rico and on goods from Puerto Rico imported into United States.
48 U.S.C. �� 739 - Puerto Rico Customs administers this provision which requires that customs duties collected upon articles imported into the Puerto Rico be equivalent to duties imposed on goods imported into the United States. All books and pamphlets printed in English language imported from the United States into Puerto Rico are exempt from duty.
48 U.S.C. �� 740 - Puerto Rico This provision gives the Secretary of Treasury the authority to designate ports of entry and the authority to collect customs duties on goods entering Puerto Rico, and requires that duties and taxes collected in Puerto Rico and duties and taxes collected in the United States on goods imported from Puerto Rico be paid to the treasury of Puerto Rico.
48 U.S.C. �� 741 - Puerto Rico Customs administers this provision which prohibits the imposition of export duties on goods exported from Puerto Rico.
48 U.S.C. �� 744 - Puerto Rico The U.S. coasting trade laws administered by Customs apply to trade between Puerto Rico and the United States.
48 U.S.C �� 1394 - Virgin Islands Customs administers this provision which provides that goods that are the product of the Virgin Islands which do not contain foreign materials valued at more than 20% of the total value are free of duty. Goods which do not fulfill this criteria are subject to the same customs duties as levied on goods imported into the United States as goods imported from foreign countries.
48 U.S.C. �� 1395 - Virgin Islands This provision establishes that products of the United States are exempt from duty when imported into the Virgin Islands and provides for an export tax on sugar to be exported from the Virgin Islands in the amount of $6 per ton of two thousand pounds. The Colonial Councils of Saint Croix and Saint Thomas and Saint John are authorized to levy internal revenue taxes on articles manufactured, sold, used or brought into the islands, however, the taxes may not discriminate between articles imported from the United States and foreign countries and articles produced or manufactured in the islands. The Customs Service is directed to assist officials of the Virgin Islands in the collection of these taxes which are deposited in the treasury of the Virgin Islands.
48 U.S.C �� 1406i - Virgin Islands This section provides the Secretary of Treasury with the authority to designate ports of entry in the Virgin Islands. The Secretary of Treasury is directed to administrate the customs laws in the Virgin Islands. Additionally, this section provides that all laws regarding import duties currently in effect in the municipality of Saint Thomas and Saint John shall be in effect for the Virgin Islands until Congress provides otherwise.
48 U.S.C. �� 1415 - Guano Islands Customs enforces this provision which prohibits the exportation of guano from any island, rock, or key except for the use of citizens or residents of the United States.
48 U.S.C. �� 1416 - Guano Islands Customs enforces this provision which provides that coasting trade laws applies to guano introduced from islands, rocks, or keys.
48 U.S.C. �� 1421e - Guam Customs enforces this provision which provides that articles coming into the U.S. from Guam shall be subject to or exempt from duty pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930.
48 U.S.C. �� 1421h - Guam Customs administers this provision which requires duties, taxes and fees derived from Guam to be covered into the treasury of Guam.
48 U.S.C �� 1494b - United States Insular Areas Drug Abuse Act of 1986 This provision directs Customs to station an aerostat in Puerto Rico, provide a vessel to American Samoa, and to the extent not prohibited under Palau��s Constitution, investigate U.S. criminal laws in cooperation with Palau authorities.
48 U.S.C. �� 1574(f), 1642a - Virgin Islands This provision authorizes the Legislature of the Virgin Islands to set customs duties on imported goods at a rate not greater than 6% ad valorem. However, the Legislature of the Virgin Islands is not empowered to repeal or amend laws administered by Customs pertaining to the customs valuation or classification of articles imported into the Virgin Islands. Duties, taxes and fees collected in the Virgin Islands shall be remitted to the treasury of the Virgin Islands. See also Danish Law No. 64 concerning tariffs and duties in the Virgin Islands which Customs enforces.
48 U.S.C. �� 1643 - Virgin Islands This provision exempts goods imported into the Virgin Islands from the application of 19 U.S.C. �� 1526 and 15 U.S.C. �� 1124, protection for registered American trademarks, but does not exempt goods exported from the Virgin Islands to the United States or its possessions from these statutory requirements.
48 U.S.C. �� 1644 - Virgin Islands All articles coming into the U.S. from the Virgin Islands shall be subject to or exempt from duty pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930.
48 U.S.C. �� 1645 - Virgin Islands This provision authorizes the Secretary of Treasury, prior to the beginning of fiscal year, to remit estimated customs duties to the treasury of the Virgin Islands.
48 U.S.C. �� 1664 - Coastwise Shipping This section provides that the coasting trade laws are not applicable to American Samoa.
48 U.S.C. �� 1669 - American Samoa This section authorizes the Secretary of Treasury, upon the request of the Governor of American Samoa, to administer and enforce the collection of all customs duties without cost to the government of American Samoa.
48 U.S.C. �� 1681 - Approval of Compact of Free Association Between United States and Government of Palau (Article IV) This section provides that Palau is excluded from the customs territory of the United States, and the requirements of the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) applies to goods imported from Palau into the United States except: watches and clocks, buttons, certain textiles and wearing apparel, footwear, handbags, luggage, flat goods, work gloves and leather wearing apparel. Special requirements are established for canned tuna. Articles not exempt from duty are subject to column 1 treatment.
48 U.S.C - �� 1681 - Compact of Free Association: Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Marshall Islands (Article IV) This section provides that the Marshal Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia are excluded from the customs territory of the United States, and products of the Marshall Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia are subject to the requirements and benefits of Headnote 3(a). Goods not falling under the requirements of Headnote 3(a) are accorded equal duty treatment as like foreign goods imported into the United States.
48 U.S.C. �� 1681 - Covenant to Establish Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands in Political Union with United States of America (Articles V and VI) This section provides that the coastwise laws of the United States are generally inapplicable to the Northern Marianas, and that the Northern Mariana Islands are excluded from the customs territory of the United States. Imports from the Northern Mariana Islands are subject to the same treatment as goods imported from Guam into the United States. Consistent with the international obligations of the United States, the Government of the Northern Mariana Islands may impose duties on goods imported into the Northern Mariana Islands from anywhere outside the customs territory of the United States and may impose export duties on goods exported from the Northern Mariana Islands.

 

 

TITLE 49 - TRANSPORTATION                     back to top

49 U.S.C. �� 2(b)(1) - Federal Aviation Act of 1958 This provision authorizes the Secretary of Treasury to designate places in the U.S. as ports of entry for aircraft and merchandise arriving in the U.S. from foreign. Also this section authorizes the Secretary of Treasury to provide, by regulation, for application of laws and regulations relating to entry and clearance and administration of the customs laws to civil aircraft. 19 C.F.R. Part 122 (1995) (air commerce).
49 U.S.C. �� 2(b)(2) - (f) - Federal Aviation Act of 1958 Violators of any clearance or entry regulations, or any customs laws or regulations made applicable to aircraft to a civil penalty, and any aircraft used in connection with such violation shall be subject to seizure and forfeiture as provided for in such customs laws. 19 C.F.R. Part 122 (1995) (air commerce); 49 U.S.C. �� 1509(c); 19 C.F.R. Part 171 (1995) (fines, penalties and forfeiture).
Interstate Commerce Commission Rates and Tariffs 49 U.S.C. �� 10721 For purposes of ICC rates and tariffs, a common carrier providing transportation may transport customs inspectors without charge.
49 U.S.C. �� 41101-41112 - Air Carrier Certificates Customs clears scheduled aircraft entering the United States according to the schedules and regulations provided for under this Act.
49 U.S.C. �� 41101 Suspension, modification, or revocation of certificate of public convenience and necessity or foreign air carrier permit; illegal importation of controlled substances The Secretary of Transportation in consultation with appropriate law enforcement agencies including Customs is empowered to reexamine the fitness of any carrier which has violated U.S. laws pertaining to illegal importation of controlled substances into the U.S. aboard its aircraft.
49 U.S.C. �� 41703 - Federal Aviation Act of 1958 Customs assists in reporting violations of section 1508(b) which prohibit foreign civil aircraft from transporting persons, property, or mail for compensation or hire between ports of the United States. 49 U.S.C. �� 1372, 1386(b)(7) (permits to foreign air carriers) 14 C.F.R. Part 121 (1995) (air carriers and operators for hire).
49 U.S.C. �� 44904 - Domestic Air Transpoartation System Security Customs aids F.B.I. and FAA in the assessment of potential threats to the domestic air transportation system, including the extent to which individuals have the capability and intent to carry out terrorist or related unlawful acts against that system, and their potential methods of carrying out such acts.
49 U.S.C. �� 46306 - Federal Aviation Act of 1958 This section authorizes Customs to seize and forfeit aircraft used in connection with or to aid or facilitate criminal violations relating to forgery of certificates, false marking of aircraft, and other aircraft registration violations. This provision establishes certain presumptions for the purposes of seizure and forfeiture. No drug nexus is required to seize and forfeit the aircraft. Also, no criminal charge or conviction is required in order to seize and forfeit the aircraft. The aircraft is seized and forfeited in accordance with the customs laws. 19 C.F.R. Part 171 (1995) (fines, penalties, & forfeitures).
49 U.S.C. �� 46312 - Hazardous Materials Transportation Act Customs aids in the enforcement of the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act to ensure safe transportation of hazardous materials by air.
49 U.S.C. �� 46315 - Federal Aviation Act of 1958 Customs assists in the enforcement of this provision which makes it unlawful to knowingly and willfully operate an aircraft in violation of FAA rules governing display of lights in connection with the transportation of a controlled substance.
49 U.S.C. �� 5101-5127 - Hazardous Materials Transportation Act Customs aids in enforcement of regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Transportation pertaining to safety standards for the transportation of hazardous materials. 49 U.S.C. �� 1472(h)(1); 49 C.F.R. Parts 171-176 (1995) (hazardous materials regulations).
49 U.S.C. �� 60101 - 60125 Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Customs aids in the enforcement of the provisions governing the transportation of hazardous liquids in foreign commerce.
49 U.S.C. �� 70117(f) - Commercial Space Launch For purposes of enforcing laws controlling exports, a launch or payload shall not be considered an export.
49 U.S.C. �� 80102-80116 - Pomerene Bills of Lading Act Customs enforces laws governing bills of lading. See especially, 49 U.S.C. �� 121 which sets forth misdemeanor offenses relating to making a counterfeit or fraudulent bill of lading.
49 U.S.C. �� 80302-80306 - Contraband Seizure Act Pursuant to this Act which makes it unlawful to transport, conceal, or facilitate the transportation of "contraband articles," as defined in the statute (certain narcotic drugs, certain firearms, counterfeit coins), Customs assists in seizures made by the Secret Service of any aircraft, vehicle or vessel being used in violation of this Act. The customs laws relating to seizure, forfeiture, remission, mitigation, etc. shall apply to seizures and forfeitures occurring under this Act. The Secretary of the Treasury is empowered to authorize persons to carry out provisions of this Act. See also 18 U.S.C. �� 8 (obligation or other security of the U.S.); 18 U.S.C. �� 471-513 (counterfeiting and forgery); 18 U.S.C. �� 2341 (contraband cigarettes); 21 U.S.C. �� 802 (narcotic drug); 26 U.S.C. �� 5801-5802 (National Firearms Act); 19 C.F.R. �� 12.48 (1995) (counterfeit coins; importation prohibited); 27 C.F.R. Parts 70, 72 (1995) (ATF Procedures and Disposition of Personal Property) 31 C.F.R. Part 401-406 (1995) (seizure authority of Secret Service agents).
49 U.S.C. �� 80503 - Maximum Charges for Certain Overtime Services Customs grants entry to the United States to civil aircraft that have complied with the appropriate laws. Section 1741 provides that notwithstanding 19 U.S.C. �� 1451, the maximum user fee charge for certain overtime services is $25. 19 C.F.R. Part 122 (1995) (entry and clearance).

 

TITLE 50 - WAR AND NATIONAL DEFENSE           back to top

50 U.S.C. �� 98h-4 - National Defense Stockpile Amendments of 1987 The importation of materials determined to be strategic and critical under the Act may not be prohibited or regulated, if the material is the product of a foreign country not listed as a Communist-dominated country or area in general note 3(b) of the Harmonized Tariff Schedules.
50 U.S.C. �� 198 - Vessels in Territorial Waters Requisitioned vessels may be documented by Customs to engage in coastwise trade. 19 C.F.R. �� 4.80-4.93 (1995).
50 U.S.C. �� 219-226 - Insurrection These provisions provide for the removal of a custom-house to a secure place during times of insurrection, forfeiture of vessels seeking to enter a closed port and refusing clearance to vessels with suspected cargoes.
50 U.S.C. �� 401 - National Security Pursuant to this provision, the President issued an order setting forth duties, responsibilities and direction with respect to national intelligence efforts by the intelligence community of which Treasury is a member. E.O. No. 12333 (12/4/81) and T.D. 113-01 (10/4/88). See also E.O. No. 12356 (4/2/82) establishing policies and procedures for classification and safeguarding of national security information.
50 U.S.C. �� 1701-1706 - International Emergency Economic Powers Act When the President declares a national emergency with respect to a threat to the national security, foreign policy, or economy of the United States, Customs enforces any import or export provisions and economic sanctions imposed. 31 C.F.R. Parts 500-585 (1995).
50 U.S.C. �� 1-5(b) - Trading with the Enemy Act Customs aids in the enforcement of this Act which prohibits the unauthorized importation into the United States of certain articles by any enemy as defined by the Act. 12 U.S.C. �� 95a; 31 C.F.R. Parts 500, 505, 515 and 520 (1995).
50 U.S.C. �� 2061-2170 - Defense Production Act of 1950 Customs ensures that shippers�� declarations and manifests conform to the Act��s requirements associated with the transportation and/or export of certain commodities. 44 C.F.R. �� 401 (1995), 19 C.F.R. �� 4.74 (1995), and 15 C.F.R. Part 700 (1995).
50 U.S.C. �� 2251 - Civil Defense Pursuant to this provision, in national emergencies the Treasury Department has lead and support responsibilities pertaining to the development of policies, plans and procedures for the performance of emergency functions with respect to among other things, enforcement activities relating to the control of persons and movement of property entering and departing the United States.
50 U.S.C. �� 2401-2420 - Export Administration Act of 1969 Customs enforces the export controls and declaration regulations established under the Act. 15 C.F.R. Part 768 (1995)

 

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION                 back to top

44 Stat. 2097; T.S. 718
U.S.-Canada Convention to Suppress Smuggling		 Customs returns stolen automobiles, vessels, and aircraft to Canada. T.D. 41110
T.I.A.S. No.10653
Convention with Mexico for Recovery and Return of Stolen or embezzled Vehicles and Aircraft		 Customs enforces this convention between the U.S. and Mexico for the recovery and return of stolen or embezzled motor vehicles, trailers, airplanes, or component parts of any of them. T.D. 49851
61 Stat. 1180; T.I.A.S. No. 1591 Convention on International Civil Aviation Customs aids in enforcing this convention which establishes uniformity of international air transport services.
8 U.S.T. 1636; T.I.A.S. No. 3920 - Commercial Sample and Advertising Material Convention Customs enforces this convention to facilitate importation of commercial samples and advertising material. 19 C.F.R. �� 114.22(a)(2) (1995).
18 U.S.T. 410; T.I.A.S. No. 6251
IMCO Facilitation Convention		 Customs enforces this convention to facilitate maritime traffic by simplifying and reducing to a minimum the formalities, documentary requirements and procedures on the arrival, stay and departure of ships engaged in international voyages.
T.I.A.S. No. 11095
International Coffee Agreement, 1983		 Customs enforces this agreement by assuring that a valid certificate of origin or re-export accompanies each importation. 19 U.S.C. �� 1356k.
20 U.S.T. 33; T.I.A.S. No. 6630 - Professional Equipment Convention Customs enforces this convention to facilitate the international exchange of specialized skills and techniques. T.D. 69-68
20 U.S.T. 58; T.I.A.S. No. 6631
A.T.A. Convention		 Customs enforces this convention to facilitate the procedures for the temporary duty-free importation of goods.
Executive M, 95th Cong., 1st Sess. 1977 - TIR Convention, 1975 Customs enforces this convention to facilitate the international transportation of goods by road vehicle.
Executive X, 93rd Cong., 1st Sess. 1973 - Customs Convention on Containers, 1972 Customs enforces this convention to facilitate the use of containers in international traffic. T.D. 69-68
22 U.S.T. 320; T.I.A.S. No. 7063 - Convention Establishing a Customs Cooperation Council Customs is obligated to carry out any recommendation of the Council acceded to by the United States.
22 U.S.T. 494; T.I.A.S. No. 7088
Treaty with Mexico concerning Stolen Cultural Properties		 Customs enforces this treaty of cooperation with Mexico providing for the recovery and return of stolen archaeological, historical and cultural properties.
25 U.S.T. 288; T.I.A.S. No. 7801 - Agreement between the United States of America and the Government of Bermuda on Preclearance Customs officers stationed in Bermuda preclear passengers and baggage on flights destined for the United States.
House Document 99-61, 99th Cong., 1st Sess. 1985 - U.S. - Israel Free Trade Area Agreement Customs enforces those provisions implementing this agreement establishing duty preferences. See 19 U.S.C. �� 2112 note.
House Document 100-216, 100th Cong., 2cd Sess. 1988 - U.S. - Canada Free Trade Agreement Customs enforces those provisions implementing this agreement establishing duty preferences.
T.I.A.S.
Convention on the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System		 Customs administers those laws implementing this convention establishing international nomenclature.
25 U.S.T. 646; T.I.A.S. No. 7816 - Agreement between the United States of America and the Government of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas on Preclearance. Customs officers stationed in the Bahamas preclear passengers and baggage on flights destined for the United States.
18 U.S.T. 1857; T.I.A.S. No. 6331 - International Convention on Load Lines Customs assists the Coast Guard in the enforcement of this convention which establishes uniform principles and rules regarding the limits to which ships on international voyages may be loaded.
25 U.S.T. 763; T.I.A.S. No. 7825 - Agreement between the United States of America and the Government of Canada on Air Transport Preclearance Customs officers stationed in Canada preclear passengers and baggage on flights destined for the United States.
26 U.S.T. 1092; T.I.A.S. No. 8098
Mutual Assistance Agreement with the Federal Republic of Germany		 Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of German customs laws.
50 Stat. 1468
Mutual Assistance Agreement with France		 Customs is obligated to aid in the enforcement of French customs laws by exchanging information relating to smuggling and fraud.
28 U.S.T. 5426; T.I.A.S. No. 8642 Mutual Assistance Agreement with Mexico Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Mexican Customs laws.
29 U.S.T. 1011; T.I.A.S. No. 8863 Mutual Assistance Agreement with Austria Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Austrian laws.
T.I.A.S. No. 11253 Mutual Assistance Agreement with Argentina Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Argentinean laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Canada Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Canadian laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Cyprus Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Cypriot laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Czech Republic Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Czech Republic laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Finland Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Finish laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Greece Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Grecian laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with the Korea Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of the Korean laws.
T.I.A.S. No. 11253 Mutual Assistance Agreement with Norway Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Norwegian laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Poland Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Polish laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Slovakia Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Slovakian laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with Sweden Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of Swedish laws.
T.I.A.S. Mutual Assistance Agreement with the United Kingdom Customs is obligated to cooperate and provide assistance in the enforcement of the United Kingdom laws.

 

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