Requirements

Requirements without an ACE flag that apply by HTS code or product attributes. The duty lookup cites these when they match.

Requirements without an ACE flag

Requirement	HTS scope	What to do	When
Steel Import Monitoring & Analysis license Commerce/ITA · 19 CFR 360 eCFR 19 CFR 360; FR 2026-08-12 ICR	7206-7229,7301-7306	Obtain an automatic license from ITA before entry (valid 75 days) and enter the license number on the 7501 / FTZ 214. The country of melt and pour must be reported. The product list is the trade.gov table (as of 2024-07-03, 58 groups, 758 HTS codes). Exemptions: Shipments with less than $5,000 of covered steel may use a low-value license; informal entries (< $2,500) are exempt 2025–26 change OMB renewal 2026-05/08, no new fields	before-entry
Aluminum Import Monitoring license Commerce/ITA · 19 CFR 361 eCFR 19 CFR 361	7601,7604,7605,7606,7607,7608,7609,761699	Obtain an automatic license before entry (75 days). Report the largest and second-largest countries of primary aluminum smelt and the country of most recent cast ("unknown" not accepted since 2022-06-29). The product list is the trade.gov table (16 groups, 67 HTS codes; 7601106030 discontinued 2025-07-01). Exemptions: Low-value license for shipments under $5,000	before-entry
Section 232 melt-and-pour / smelt-and-cast reporting CBP · Proc. 9704/9705 and successors; CSMS #62582900 / #65493457 CSMS #62582900; #65493457	72,73,76,84,85,87,94	Steel: report the melt-and-pour country ISO code in the ACE Importer's Additional Declaration Type 08 (since 2024-11-21) and upload the mill certificate via DIS. Aluminum: smelt / cast country fields. The "unknown" option is charged at the higher rate. Exemptions: Not applicable to HTS codes outside Section 232 2025–26 change "Unknown" option available since 2025-06-28	at-entry
FCC equipment authorization + Covered List FCC · 47 CFR Part 2 Subpart J/K; 47 U.S.C. 1601–09 FCC OET importation; FCC 25-27; FCC 25-71; DA 25-1086; DA 26-22; DA 26-278; DA 26-635; DA 26-786; DA 26-870; FCC 26-50 (91 FR 57798)	8517,8471,8525,8526,8528,8543,850440,8806,8807,847950,847989,8428,8537,8518,8519,8521,8527,9504	Devices with RF functions need an FCC ID (Certification) or SDoC before import / marketing (for foreign manufacturers the U.S. importer is the responsible party). Covered List equipment cannot be authorized. Form 740 was eliminated on 2017-11-02. Exemptions: §2.1204 exceptions: ≤4,000 units for testing, ≤400 for trade shows, 3 for personal use, 12,000 for pre-sale, etc. 2025–26 change "Bad labs" rule FCC 25-27 (effective 2025-09-08, 10% ownership threshold, 15 Chinese labs de-recognized); FCC 25-71 (effective 2025-12-26): a covered modular transmitter makes the host device covered too; 2025-12-22 DA 25-1086 added all foreign-produced UAS and critical components to the Covered List (DA 26-22: Blue UAS / >65% U.S. content exempt until 2027-01-01; no exemption for DJI / Autel); 2026-03-23 DA 26-278 added foreign-produced consumer routers (some models conditionally approved, DA 26-585); 2026-06-26 DA 26-635 (effective 2026-07-16): previously authorized Huawei / ZTE / Kaspersky equipment may no longer be imported or sold; 2026-07-28 DA 26-786 added foreign-produced grid-tied inverters and advanced robots (DA 26-870 on 2026-08-20 narrowed inverters to UL 1741 grid-tied inverters with or capable of a communications module; §45X / 48 CFR 25.101 compliant products exempt; software-update waiver DA 26-789 until 2029-01-01); FCC 26-50 (91 FR 57798, effective 2026-10-13): equipment containing "logic components" from Covered List companies cannot be authorized, and e-commerce platforms must display the FCC ID (compliance 2027-03-01 / 06-01)	before-entry
DOE energy conservation standards & certification DOE · EPCA; 10 CFR 429/430/431 eCFR 10 CFR 429.5 / 429.12; FR 2025-09-09	8539,8543,8418,8415,8501,850421,850422,850423,850431,850432,850433,850434,850440,8403,8419,7322,8422,8450,8451,841451,8516,8413,8414,850410,8481,6910	The importer is the "manufacturer": test under the DOE test procedure and certify each basic model in CCMS before distribution in commerce (annual update). Non-compliant products "shall be refused admission" (§429.5); no ACE data element. Exemptions: Not a covered product 2025–26 change The 2024-10 certification rule was disapproved under the CRA (Pub. L. 119-8, 2025-05-09) and the CFR reverted on 2025-09-09; the 2015 ACE import-declaration NOPR was never finalized	before-sale
FTC EnergyGuide labeling FTC · 16 CFR 305 eCFR 16 CFR 305	8418,8422,8419,8450,8415,8403,8516,8528,841451,8539,850410,848180,6910,732410,392290	Attach EnergyGuide / Lighting Facts labels before sale in the U.S.; online listings must display them Exemptions: Products not on the list 2025–26 change Television ranges updated 2024-05-02; next range update 2027	before-sale
FTC Textile / Wool / Fur labeling FTC · 15 U.S.C. 70/68/69; 16 CFR 303/300/301 eCFR 16 CFR 303	50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,43,9404	Label fiber content, RN / manufacturer name and country of origin at sale. Goods must carry the origin marking at import (19 U.S.C. 1304). Non-retail packaging may be listed on the invoice (§303.31). Exemptions: §303.45 exclusions (belts, neckties, footwear, hats, gloves, coated fabrics, etc.)	at-sale
FTC Care Labeling FTC · 16 CFR 423 FTC Care Labeling Rule	61,62,50,51,52,53,54,55	Apparel and piece goods must carry permanent care labels (at the point of sale)	at-sale
Country-of-origin marking CBP · 19 U.S.C. 1304; 19 CFR 134 eCFR 19 CFR 134; CBP HK FAQ	*	Mark the country of origin legibly and permanently in English before release. J-list articles (§134.33) may be marked on the container. Special methods (§134.43: knives, scissors, surgical / scientific instruments, pliers and vacuum bottles must be die-stamped, etched or engraved). Pipe 7304–7307, gas cylinders 7311 and manhole covers 7325 under 1304(c)–(e). Watches and clocks per chapter 91 additional U.S. note 4. Hong Kong goods marked "China" (EO 13936; the origin code stays HK). Exemptions: J-list; U.S. origin, etc.	before-release
Special marking methods CBP · 19 U.S.C. 1304(c)–(e); 19 CFR 134.43; Ch.91 Add'l U.S. Note 4 eCFR 19 CFR 134.43	7304,7305,7306,7307,7311,7325,8211,8213,8214,8203,9018,9617,9101,9102,9103,9105	Permanent methods such as die-stamping, casting, etching, engraving or continuous paint stenciling; watch movements, cases and dials marked separately	before-release
Lacey Act plant declaration APHIS · 16 U.S.C. 3372(f); 7 CFR 357 FR 2024-05-31; APHIS; CSMS #63127915		Declare the scientific name, country of harvest, quantity and value through the ACE PGA message set (AL1 / AL2) or LAWGS at import. Paper PPQ 505 no longer accepted since 2026-01-01. De minimis: plant material ≤5% by weight and ≤2.9 kg per line. Exemptions: Common cultivars / food crops, packaging material, scientific specimens, plants for planting 2025–26 change Electronic filing only from 2026-01-01	at-entry
TSCA import certification + PFAS 8(a)(7) EPA/CBP · 15 U.S.C. 2612; 19 CFR 12.118–.127; 40 CFR 707/705 EPA TSCA import page; FR 2026-04-13	28,29,30,31,32,33,34,35,36,37,38,39,13,15,25,26,27	File a positive TSCA certification (complies with all TSCA rules / orders) or a negative certification (pesticides / food / drugs / cosmetics / nuclear material) in ACE when importing chemical substances or mixtures. The EP7 flag is advisory only and the certification is the importer's responsibility. Finished articles are generally exempt unless a specific rule applies. PFAS: one-time reporting of PFAS and PFAS-containing articles imported since 2011. Exemptions: Articles are exempt unless a specific rule applies 2025–26 change The PFAS reporting window is postponed to 2027-01-31 or 60 days after the final rule (2026-04-13); the 2025-11 proposal to exempt imported articles and ≤0.1% content is not final	at-entry
CPSC certificates of compliance (eFiling) CPSC · CPSA §14; 16 CFR 1110 FR 2025-01-08; 16 CFR 1110.13; CSMS #69382435	9503,9504,9506,6111,6209,6112,9401,9403,940350,650610,870321,9613,940421,940429,3924,8516,9619,4202,6404,6405,9503,9505,8711,8712,3604,8506,9404	For consumer products subject to a CPSC rule, standard or ban, the importer as finished-product certifier must file the certificate data through ACE eFiling at entry (Product Registry reference or full data: product, applicable rules, date / place of manufacture, date / place of testing, laboratory, records custodian). Mailed goods must be registered before arrival. The certificate must be provided within 24 hours on request. Exemptions: Component parts exempt; §321 de minimis exempt, but Type 86 entries still need the data 2025–26 change CBP is not yet rejecting entries for missing CPSC data, but CPSC may enforce	at-entry
NHTSA HS-7 declaration NHTSA · 49 U.S.C. 30112; 49 CFR 591 eCFR 49 CFR 591.5	8701,8702,8703,8704,8705,8711,8716,8708,4011,8512,7007	Enter the HS-7 box code at entry; non-conforming vehicles require a registered importer and a DOT bond	at-entry
EPA vehicle & engine declaration EPA · 40 CFR 85 Subpart P; 40 CFR 1068.301 EPA importing vehicles and engines	8407,8408,8701,8702,8703,8704,8705,8711,8425,8426,8427,8428,8429,8430,8433,8467	Submit Form 3520-1 (on-road vehicles / engines) or 3520-21 (non-road) through the PGA message set at entry, citing the EPA certificate of conformity / engine family Exemptions: Electric vehicles without an internal-combustion engine may disclaim with code A 2025–26 change Forms / disclaim templates revised 2025-02	at-entry
BIS Connected Vehicle ICTS rule BIS · 15 CFR 791 Subpart D (effective 2025-03-17) eCFR 15 CFR 791 Subpart D	8703,8704,851762,851769,8526,8529,870829,870899	Prohibits VCS software (from MY2027) and VCS hardware (from MY2030, or imports from 2029-01-01) linked to China / Russia. VCS hardware importers and vehicle manufacturers must file a Declaration of Conformity ≥60 days before the first import / sale. Exemptions: GA1 / GA3 (Approved Supplier Registry added 2026-06-18) 2025–26 change GA1 revised and GA3 added 2026-06-18	before-entry
Russia-origin import bans self-certification OFAC/CBP · EO 14068 / 14114 and Treasury determinations CSMS #59635420; #60167806; OFAC FAQ 1027/1155	710210,710231,710239,7113,0301,0302,0303,0304,0305,0306,0307,0308,1604,1605,2106,7601,7403,7502	Russian-origin diamonds ≥0.5 ct (including third-country cut) and Russian-origin salmon / cod / pollock / crab (including third-country processed): submit the importer self-certification via DIS on every entry (doc code CBP03). Russian aluminum / copper / nickel produced after 2024-04-13 is prohibited — keep proof of production date. Exemptions: GL 104 (pre-existing diamonds) expired 2025-09-01 2025–26 change GL 104 expired	at-entry
Kimberley Process certificate CBP/OFAC/Census · Clean Diamond Trade Act; 19 CFR 12.152; 31 CFR 592 eCFR 19 CFR 12.152	710210,710221,710231	Formal entry only. The original KP certificate accompanies the shipment. Certificate number transmitted via ABI / 7501. Keep for 5 years. Exports must be confirmed with Census.	at-entry
Softwood Lumber Act 2008 declaration CBP/Commerce · 19 U.S.C. 1683–1683g; 19 CFR 12.140–.142 eCFR 19 CFR 12.142; 19 U.S.C. 1683b	440711,440712,440719,440910,4418,4421	Declare the export price, estimated export charge (only when an agreement is in force) and importer declaration code Y on the entry summary — applies to softwood lumber from any country 2025–26 change Canadian export permits ended with the expiry of the 2015 SLA (TBD_)	at-entry
Wood packaging material (ISPM 15) APHIS/CBP · 7 CFR 319.40-3 eCFR 7 CFR 319.40-3	*	Wood pallets / crates for all goods must be heat-treated or fumigated and bear the IPPC mark; otherwise immediate re-export and penalties	before-entry
Importer Security Filing (10+2) CBP · 19 CFR 149 eCFR 19 CFR 149	*	File the 10 data elements 24 hours before vessel loading (5 elements for FROB / IE / T&E); violations: $5,000 liquidated damages per shipment Exemptions: Non-ocean	before-lading
FIFRA Notice of Arrival EPA · 19 CFR 12.112; 40 CFR 152 eCFR 19 CFR 12.112	3808,3824	File EPA Form 3540-1 before arrival / through ACE, with the EPA registration number and establishment number; labels via DIS	before-entry
DEA import permit / declaration DEA · 21 CFR 1312/1313 eCFR 21 CFR 1312/1313	2922,2923,2924,2925,2926,2927,2928,2929,2930,2931,2932,2933,2934,2935,2936,2937,2938,2939,2914,2915	Form 357 permit (Schedules I / II and narcotic III–V), Form 236 declaration (non-narcotic III–V, ≥15 days before release), Form 486 (List I / II chemicals above threshold, ≥15 days) 2025–26 change DE3 regulated-machine flag rejects entries from 2026-05-02	before-entry
ATF Form 6 import permit ATF · 18 U.S.C. 922(l)/925(d); AECA; 27 CFR 447/478 ATF import page; 27 CFR 478 Subpart G	9301,9302,9303,9304,9305,9306	Licensed importers obtain a Form 6 Part I permit before import (4–6 weeks). Form 6A release / receipt form to CBP. Resale requires AECA registration (Form 4587); no ACE flag since 2015. Exemptions: Returning residents' personal use and Form 6NIA exceptions	before-entry
ITAR temporary import State/DDTC · 22 CFR 123.3–123.4 eCFR 22 CFR 123.4	9301,9302,9303,9304,9305,9306,8710,8802,8806,9013,8526	Temporary import of USML items needs a DSP-61 license or the §123.4 exemption noted on the entry. Re-export within 4 years. Permanent imports fall under ATF.	before-entry
Cultural property import restrictions CBP/State · CPIA 19 U.S.C. 2601–13; 19 CFR 12.104–12.109 eCFR 19 CFR 12.104; FR 2026-05-13	9701,9702,9703,9705,9706,6913,7018,7118	Archaeological / ethnological material from restricted countries needs an export certificate from the country of origin or proof of export before the designated date / ≥10 years ago; otherwise seizure and forfeiture 2025–26 change India (CBP Dec. 25-09), Uzbekistan and Lebanon (emergency) added; Colombia / Afghanistan / Türkiye extended in 2026	at-entry
Chemical Weapons Convention schedules BIS · 15 CFR 710–722 eCFR 15 CFR 712/713	28,29,38	Schedule 1: import only from States Parties, 45-day advance notice to BIS, annual report. Schedule 2: import from non-States Parties prohibited, annual report above thresholds. Schedule 3: annual report.	before-entry
Lithium batteries — DOT hazmat PHMSA · 49 CFR 173.185 eCFR 49 CFR 173.185	850760,850780,850750,850790	Shipper obligations (not entry data): UN 38.3 test summary, UN specification packaging and marking; small-battery exceptions	shipping
FTC Made in USA Labeling Rule FTC · 16 CFR 323 FTC rule; EO 14392	*	Unqualified "Made in USA" claims only when all or virtually all of the product is made in the U.S.; civil penalties 2025–26 change EO 14392 (2026-03-13) directs enforcement priority; no rule change	at-sale
Polysilicon Section 232 pre-effective anti-stockpiling import restriction (BIS temporary final rule) Commerce/BIS + CBP · Proclamation 11052 clause (11); 91 FR 60505 (2026-09-24, FR Doc. 2026-19537); CSMS #69994928 (2026-09-22) 91 FR 60505 (FR Doc. 2026-19537); CSMS #69994928	280461,38180000,854142,854143	From 2026-09-22 to 12-03 Commerce, with CBP, monitors polysilicon and derivative imports by importer of record (aggregate and weekly average since 2026-08-06 vs the 2026-01-01 to 08-06 and 2025 weekly averages, and use of affiliates that do not customarily import or of new IORs). An IOR found stockpiling, once notified by CBP, may not enter such goods for consumption before 2026-12-04 (bonded warehouse allowed); IORs registered on or after 2026-08-06 are limited per week to 12 kg of 2804.61.00, 7 kg of 3818.00.0020/.0040/.0045/.0050/.0091, 2,000 units of 8541.42.00 and 55 units of 8541.43.00. Waivers may be requested from Polysilicon232@bis.doc.gov (form at bis.gov/232), Commerce responds within 14 days. Exemptions: Waivers approved by Commerce; the restriction applies only to the named IORs and to new IORs above the weekly limits, other importers are unaffected 2025–26 change Effective 2026-09-22 (temporary final rule, through 2026-12-03); the 232 tariff and minimum import prices (MIP) take effect 2026-12-04	before-entry

PGA flags: what to prepare

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FDA · FOO FD1/FD2/FD3/FD4 — Food (including animal food), dietary supplements, beverages (including alcohol)

Before arrival: Foreign facility registration (FEI / registration number); designate the FSVP importer (name + DUNS); submit and confirm Prior Notice in advance (road 2 hours / air and rail 4 hours / ocean 8 hours)

At entry: FDA / FOO message set: product code, manufacturer, shipper, grower, country of production, FSVP importer DUNS, AofC codes; PN confirmation number

Disclaim: FD1 / FD3: only code A (B rejected since 2020-04-18); FD2 / FD4 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Missing PN → refusal under 801(m) / hold at port; missing 801(a) data → entry rejected / FDA hold

2025–26: PN final rule effective 2025-10-27 (resubmit within 10 days after refusal; mail tracking number from 2026-10-01); FSMA 204 traceability compliance postponed to 2028-07-20; Supplemental Guide v2.5.13 (2025-09)

https://www.fda.gov/industry/import-basics/harmonized-tariff-schedule-and-fd-flags · Verification H

FDA · DRU FD1/FD2 — Human drugs, APIs, OTC

Before arrival: Drug establishment registration and listing (NDC), NDA / ANDA; importer FEI / DUNS

At entry: FDA / DRU message set: product code, manufacturer, FDA importer, intended-use code (required), DA / DLS / REG AofC

Disclaim: FD1: only code A; FD2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / FDA hold

https://www.fda.gov/media/186046/download · Verification H

FDA · DEV FD1/FD2 — Medical devices, IVDs

Before arrival: Establishment registration and device listing; 510(k) / PMA number; initial importer registration

At entry: DEV / DFE / LST AofC required; PM# (510(k) / PMA); intended-use code

Disclaim: FD1: only code A; FD2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.fda.gov/media/186046/download · Verification H

FDA · BIO FD1/FD2 — Vaccines, blood products, HCT/Ps, allergenics

Before arrival: BLN / STN license, establishment registration, HCT/P registration

At entry: BIO message set: BLN/STN, REG, IND, HCT/HRN AofC

Disclaim: FD1: only code A; FD2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.fda.gov/media/186046/download · Verification H

FDA · COS FD1/FD2 — Cosmetics

Before arrival: MoCRA facility registration / product listing (FEI)

At entry: Product code, manufacturer, FDA importer, country of production

Disclaim: FD1: only code A; FD2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.fda.gov/media/186046/download · Verification H

FDA · RAD FD1/FD2 — Radiation-emitting electronic products such as lasers, X-ray, microwave and displays

Before arrival: Product report / accession number; FDA 2877 declaration code

At entry: RA1–RA7 / RB / RC / RD AofC; product name

Disclaim: FD1: only code A; FD2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.fda.gov/media/186046/download · Verification H

FDA · TOB FD1/FD2 — Cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars

Before arrival: Manufacturer registration / listing; marketing authorization (PMTA / SE) status

At entry: Product name, intended-use code; PMT / SE / EXE AofC

Disclaim: FD1: only code A; FD2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.fda.gov/media/186046/download · Verification H

FDA · VME FD1/FD2 — Veterinary drugs, veterinary devices, medicated feed

Before arrival: NADA / ANADA, drug listing (NDC), establishment registration

At entry: VME message set: NDC, REG, VAN/VNA AofC

Disclaim: FD1: only code A; FD2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.fda.gov/media/186046/download · Verification H

APHIS · APQ AQ1/AQ2/AQX — Fruit, vegetables, cut flowers, plants for planting, seeds, wood, processed plant products

Before arrival: Import permit (PPQ 587 / 588 / 585); phytosanitary certificate from the exporting NPPO; check the APHIS Core HTS table

At entry: APHIS Core message set: commodity name (validation list), LPCO (permit / phytosanitary certificate), country of origin / harvest, intended use; documents via DIS or paper originals at the first port; no de minimis

Disclaim: AQ1: A or B; AQ2 cannot be disclaimed; AQX advisory only

If missing: AQ2 without a message set → entry rejected; incomplete → hold / emergency action notification

2025–26: Plant inspection station declaration update (CERT 2026-07-27 / PROD 2026-08-27)

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/ace/aphis-core-message-set-questions-answers · Verification H

APHIS · AVS AQ1/AQ2/AQX — Live animals, animal products, germplasm, animal-derived materials

Before arrival: VS import permit (VS 16-6A / 16-3); veterinary health certificate; quarantine reservation for live animals

At entry: APHIS Core (AVS): permit / health certificate LPCO, species; DIS upload

Disclaim: AQ1: A / B; AQ2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold / refusal

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/ace · Verification M

APHIS · ABS AQ1/AQ2/AQX — Veterinary biologics, diagnostic reagents, animal-derived research materials

Before arrival: CVB import permit (APHIS 2005 / 2006)

At entry: APHIS Core (ABS) + permit LPCO

Disclaim: AQ1: A / B; AQ2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/ace · Verification M

APHIS · AAC AQ1/AQ2/AQX — Animals covered by the Animal Welfare Act (dogs, primates, etc.)

Before arrival: AWA registration / license; canine health / rabies documents

At entry: APHIS Core (AAC) + AVS data

Disclaim: AQ1: A / B; AQ2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / hold

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/ace · Verification L

APHIS · APL AL1/AL2 — Plants and plant products (Phase VII list: wood, furniture, paper, essential oils, sporting goods, boats, etc.)

Before arrival: Know the supply chain: genus / species, country of harvest, quantity and value of each plant material

At entry: ACE PGA message set (PPQ 505 data) or LAWGS; paper PPQ 505 no longer accepted since 2026-01-01

Disclaim: A (not regulated / exempt), B (APHIS policy), C (filed in LAWGS), D (paper, discontinued), G (de minimis ≤5% / 2.9 kg); AL1 may be disclaimed, AL2 is mandatory

If missing: Civil penalties up to $10k, criminal up to 5 years / $250k; detention

2025–26: Phase VII 2024-12-01 (about 450 HTS codes); electronic only from 2026-01-01

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/plant-imports/file-lacey-act-declaration · Verification H

AMS · EG AM2 — Shell eggs (table, hatching, breaking)

Before arrival: Eligible source; arrange USDA grading / inspection on arrival; import request (LP-222 data)

At entry: AMS-EG message set (electronic LP-222); inspection at destination

Disclaim: AM2 is mandatory

If missing: Entry rejected / no release before inspection

https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/imports-exports · Verification M

AMS · MO AM4 — §8e marketing-order products: avocados, grapefruit, kiwifruit, onions, potatoes, table grapes, tomatoes, pistachios, dates, hazelnuts, olives, raisins, walnuts

Before arrival: Arrange USDA (CFIA in Canada) grade / size inspection; apply for exemption for processing / charitable use (SC-6)

At entry: AMS-MO1–MO8: inspection certificate number or exemption code, lot data

Disclaim: Only B (MO7 / MO8 cases); AM4 without an MO set is rejected (since 2022-02-28)

If missing: Entry rejected; failed inspection → recondition, re-export (7512) or destroy

https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/section8e/complying · Verification H

AMS · PN AM6 — Imported peanuts (7 CFR 996)

Before arrival: Meet incoming quality (moisture ≤18%, grade, aflatoxin); federal / state inspection

At entry: AMS-PN1: inspection certificate data

Disclaim: AM6 is mandatory

If missing: Entry rejected / no release

https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/7/996.30 · Verification M

AMS · OR AM7/AM8 — Products labeled or sold as organic

Before arrival: The U.S. importer must be NOP-certified and listed in the Organic INTEGRITY database; the exporter's certifier issues an electronic NOP import certificate (NOP-IC)

At entry: AMS-OR: NOP-IC number (OR1) or a 9-digit declaration code (OR2: returns 333-550-R, samples / donations 333-800-E, personal / e-commerce 010-737-M, reconditioning 010-420-L); declare non-organic goods as "not organic"

Disclaim: AM7 warning level; AM8 rejects the entry

If missing: No valid NOP-IC → remove the organic claim and process as conventional, or entry rejected

2025–26: SOE rule mandatory 2024-03-19; AM8 rejections from 2024-09-19; AM7 removed from about 1,700 HTS codes on 2024-10-18; CBP NOP reminder 2025-04

https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/organic-certification/international-trade/Electronic-Organic-Import-Certificates · Verification H

EPA · ODS EP1/EP2 — Class I / II ozone-depleting substances (HCFCs, methyl bromide, halons)

Before arrival: Hold unexpended HCFC consumption allowances; petition via CDX for reclaimed ODS (≥40 working days before departure); intent-to-destroy certification 30 days

At entry: EPA / ODS: allowance holder, substance, quantity, exemption / petition non-objection number; TSCA certification

Disclaim: EP1: A, B; EP2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected; penalties up to $48,192 per kg

https://www.epa.gov/ods-phaseout/importing-ozone-depleting-substances · Verification M

EPA · HFC EH1/EH2 — Bulk HFCs (including heels, reclaimed, FTZ, re-imported U.S. goods)

Before arrival: The importer is linked to an allowance holder account with sufficient consumption allowances (expended at import); non-objection notice for transformation / destruction; transshipment confirmation

At entry: EPA / HFC: ASHRAE number or CAS + percentage, importer, container number, net weight in kg, TSCA certification; DIS: certificate of analysis, EPA notice

Disclaim: EH1: only A; EH2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected (invalid CAS / ASHRAE, no allowance link, insufficient allowances); EPA may revoke allowances

2025–26: 2026 allowance allocation (FR 2025-11-20); Technology Transitions GWP limits from 2025-01-01, first annual report 2026-03-31; EPA supplemental guide v18 (2025-04)

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/11/20/2025-20439 · Verification H

EPA · VNE EP3/EP4 — Motor vehicles, motorcycles, non-road engines / equipment

Before arrival: EPA certificate of conformity (engine family / test group) or ICI / exemption; determine the 3520-1 / 3520-21 declaration code

At entry: EPA / VNE message set (electronic 3520-1 / 3520-21): declaration code, engine family / test group LPCO, VIN / engine number, party roles

Disclaim: EP3: A (no engine / electric), B (OEM certificate holder), C, D; EP4 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / refusal; CAA penalties

2025–26: Forms / disclaim templates revised 2025-02

https://www.epa.gov/importing-vehicles-and-engines · Verification M

EPA · PS1/PS2/PS3 EP5/EP6 — Pesticides, pesticide devices, treated articles

Before arrival: Product registered (EPA Reg. No.) and produced at an EPA-registered foreign establishment (Est. No.); compliant label; PS3 for the 40 CFR 152.30 exceptions

At entry: Notice of Arrival (EPA 3540-1) filed as the PGA message set with the entry; EPA Reg. No., Est. No.; label images via DIS

Disclaim: EP5: A; C / D allowed but trigger "documents required"; EP6 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Hold intact / refusal; no release before EPA's "may proceed"

https://www.epa.gov/compliance/importing-and-exporting-pesticides-and-devices · Verification H

EPA · TS1 EP7/EP8 — Chemical substances and mixtures (articles only under a specific rule)

Before arrival: Confirm the substance is on the TSCA Inventory / complies with §5 / §6 orders; identify negative-certification categories (pesticides, food, drugs, cosmetics, nuclear material)

At entry: TSCA positive / negative certification in the PGA message set (or paper / DIS), with the certifier's name, e-mail and phone

Disclaim: EP7: A, B (§13 only, not Title VI); EP8 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Refused admission; TSCA penalties

https://www.epa.gov/tsca-import-export-requirements/tsca-requirements-importing-chemicals · Verification H

CPSC · CPS CP1/CP2 — Consumer products requiring a GCC / CPC (about 600 flagged HTS codes: ATVs, children's products, etc.)

Before arrival: Test to the applicable rules; pre-register the certificate in the CPSC Product Registry (obtain a reference number) or prepare the full data (product, rules, date / place of manufacture, date / place of testing, laboratory, records custodian)

At entry: PGA message set: REF path (PG14 LPCO = PRR) or FUL / SPH full data + CPY / CPN declaration

Disclaim: Business rules: only A or B; CSMS #69177694: filing the CPSC message is optional even with CP1 / CP2 (advisory)

If missing: The rule allows CBP to refuse admission; in practice review / hold intact; ACE does not reject for a missing message (2026-07)

2025–26: Mandatory 2026-07-08; FTZ 2027-01-08; §321 exempt but Type 86 needs the data

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/01/08/2024-30826 · Verification H

NHTSA · MVS DT1/DT2 — On-road motor vehicles

Before arrival: Determine the HS-7 box (1 conforming, 2A / 2B, 3 non-conforming via registered importer + DOT bond, 4–13 exemptions / temporary); RI number

At entry: NHTSA message set: HS-7 box, VIN, make / model, RI number and bond (box 3 / 13)

Disclaim: DT1: only A (program OFF); DT2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Refused admission; false declarations up to $10k / 5 years

2025–26: None (IG 2023-01-23)

https://www.nhtsa.gov/document/implementation-guide-pga-message-set-shipments-subject-nhtsa-regulations · Verification H

NHTSA · REI/TPE/OEI DT1/DT2 — Tires, glazing, lamps, seats, child restraints (REI); theft-marked parts (TPE); other equipment (OEI)

Before arrival: Manufacturer registration; DOT marking; HS-7 box 2A / 2B

At entry: HS-7 box + manufacturer / brand (required for the 13 FMVSS equipment items)

Disclaim: Same as MVS

If missing: Refusal

https://www.nhtsa.gov/document/implementation-guide-pga-message-set-shipments-subject-nhtsa-regulations · Verification H

NHTSA · OFF DT1 — Goods under flagged HTS codes that are outside NHTSA jurisdiction

Before arrival: —

At entry: disclaim A + program OFF

Disclaim: Only A

If missing: —

2025–26: —

https://www.nhtsa.gov/document/implementation-guide-pga-message-set-shipments-subject-nhtsa-regulations · Verification H

TTB · BER/WIN/DSP TB1/TB2/TB3 — Beer, wine, distilled spirits

Before arrival: Federal Basic Importer's Permit (TTB F 5100.24); COLA for each label (F 5100.31); FDA facility registration + PN; natural wine certification; vintage / origin certificate; dealer registration (5630.5d)

At entry: PG14 LPCO type TZ3 = importer permit number; COLA ID; foreign certificates via DIS; processing codes; exemption codes TTBEX1–15

Disclaim: TB1: A; TB3: A or C; TB2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Warning / hold; no permit / COLA → refusal

2025–26: Allergen and "Alcohol Facts" proposed rules (2025-01; comments closed 2025-08-15); no change to ACE / permit procedures

https://www.ttb.gov/import-export/itd/importing-bottled-alcohol-beverages-into-the-united-states · Verification M

TTB · TOB TB1/TB2/TB3 — Cigarettes, cigars, cigarette papers / tubes, processed tobacco

Before arrival: TTB tobacco importer permit; FDA TOB requirements apply in parallel

At entry: PG14 permit number; quantity (papers / tubes); sale price (large cigars)

Disclaim: Same as above

If missing: Refusal / penalties

https://www.ttb.gov/import-export/itd/importing-bottled-alcohol-beverages-into-the-united-states · Verification M

FWS · FWS FW1/FW2/FW3 — Wildlife and wildlife products (fur, leather, hunting trophies, live animals, CITES specimens)

Before arrival: Import / export license (eLicense); designated port or DPEP; CITES / ESA / MBTA permits; 48-hour notice for live / perishable shipments; inspection fees

At entry: Form 3-177 via eDecs or the FWS PGA message set: license (FWL), CITES (FWF / FWU), protected-species permit (FWP), DPE, scientific / common name, source, value

Disclaim: FW1: C, D or E; FW3: C or D; FW2 mandatory (E exemption)

If missing: FWS hold at the port; seizure and forfeiture

2025–26: None (ACE filing open since 2020-07-06) TBD_

https://www.fws.gov/program/office-of-law-enforcement/information-importers-exporters · Verification M

FSIS · FSI FS3/FS4 — Meat, poultry, egg products, Siluriformes fish

Before arrival: Eligible country and establishment (FSIS Import Library); foreign inspection certificate (bilingual, CCA stamp; electronic for eCert countries); importer; official import inspection establishment (I-house) appointment

At entry: PHIS import inspection application via the PGA message set (replaces FSIS 9540-1): entry number, foreign establishment number, certificate number, product category / process, I-house, arrival date

Disclaim: FS3: A; FS4 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Application / certificate mismatch blocks re-inspection; failure → "U.S. Refused Entry", export or destroy within 45 days

2025–26: None TBD_

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/inspection/import-export/import-guidance/fsis-import-procedures-meat-poultry-egg-products · Verification H

NMFS · 370 NM1/NM2 — Frozen / processed tuna and tuna products (fresh exempt)

Before arrival: IFTP (annual $30, U.S. resident); NOAA Form 370 with captain / observer statement; IDCP certification for ETP purse seine; embargoed-country check

At entry: NMFS / 370 message + Form 370 image via DIS; dolphin-safe status

Disclaim: NM1: A, B; NM2 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected / "missing documents" hold

2025–26: Form 370 renewal (temporary expiry 2026-09-30); paper mailing discontinued

https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/national/marine-mammal-protection/noaa-form-370-fisheries-certificate-origin · Verification H

NMFS · AMR NM3/NM4 — Antarctic toothfish and other CCAMLR species

Before arrival: IFTP; frozen toothfish needs an NMFS pre-approved Dissostichus Catch Document (DCD); fresh: DCD at entry

At entry: AMLR message: IFTP number, DCD number / pre-approval, catch data

Disclaim: NM3: A / B; NM4 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/08/03/2016-18401 · Verification M

NMFS · HMS NM5/NM6 — Bluefin / southern bluefin tuna, frozen bigeye tuna, swordfish, shark fins

Before arrival: IFTP; ICCAT / CCSBT catch or statistical documents; Atlantic bluefin eBCD number

At entry: HMS message: IFTP (LPCO), eBCD / re-export number, statistical document data; DIS images

Disclaim: NM5: A / B; NM6 cannot be disclaimed

If missing: Entry rejected

https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/international/international-affairs/seafood-import-monitoring-program · Verification M

NMFS · SIM NM8 — SIMP 13 species groups (about 1,100 species: tuna, shrimp, crab, sharks, cod, red snapper, etc.)

Before arrival: IFTP; collect harvest-event data (vessel / farm, gear, area, landing, first receiver) and keep chain-of-custody records for 2 years

At entry: SIM message: IFTP number, line-level harvest / landing data; records on request

Disclaim: Cannot be disclaimed (NM8 is mandatory)

If missing: Refused entry into U.S. commerce

2025–26: Expansion proposal withdrawn 2023-11-14; red snapper rule 2024-01-13; no new final rule

https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/international/international-affairs/seafood-import-monitoring-program · Verification H

DEA · DEA DE1 — Schedule I–V controlled substances; List I / II chemicals; ephedrine / pseudoephedrine / PPA

Before arrival: DEA importer registration; DEA-357 permit (Schedules I / II and narcotic III–V), DEA-236 declaration (non-narcotic III–V), DEA-486 / 486A (List I / II, 15 days in advance) — via the Diversion portal; DEA transaction ID

At entry: DEA message set (mandatory since 2017-08-01): registration number (2 letters + 7 digits), permit / declaration transaction ID; arrival date within the permit validity

Disclaim: DE1: A (non-controlled / not listed; exempt chemical mixtures, acetone / MEK / toluene quarterly reporters) [S]

If missing: Entry rejected / seizure; CSA penalties

2025–26: IG v2.7 (2026-04-01)TBD_

https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/imp_exp/imp-exp.html · Verification M

DEA · MAC DE3 — Tableting and encapsulating machines

Before arrival: Regulated-person status; DEA-452 import report via the Diversion portal ≥15 days before arrival; transaction ID

At entry: DEA / MAC message set (DEA-452 data: machine description, parties)

Disclaim: TBD_

If missing: DE3 at rejection level since 2026-05-02

2025–26: New: CERT 2026-01-20; PROD warning 2026-03-21; rejection 2026-05-02

https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/21cfr_reports/reg_machines/reg-machines.html · Verification H

DOS-OMC · OMC OM2 — Wild-caught shrimp and shrimp products (all imported shrimp)

Before arrival: The exporter completes the DS-2031 Shrimp Exporter's / Importer's Declaration; certified countries check 7(B); non-certified countries need 7(A)(1) / (2) / (4) signed by a government official (aquaculture / cold water / artisanal)

At entry: DS-2031 with the shipment; OMC PGA message set voluntary (2017 pilot) + DIS image

Disclaim: OM2 is defined as mandatory but OMC filing is voluntary (CSMS 17-000173) — enforcement level TBD_

If missing: Shrimp from non-certified countries without a valid 7(A) check → not importable

2025–26: 2026 annual certification 2026-04-21 (no additions or removals)

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/04/21/2026-07676 · Verification M