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On June 21, 20916, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking [Docket No. TTB–2016–0004; Notice No. 159] to amend its regulations governing the importation of distilled spirits, wine, beer and malt beverages, tobacco products, processed tobacco, and cigarette papers and tubes. The proposed amendments are intended to clarify and streamline import procedures, and support the implementation of the International Trade Data System and the filing of import information electronically in conjunction with an electronic import filing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The proposed amendments include providing the option for importers to file import-related data electronically when filing entry or entry summary data electronically with CBP, as an alternative to the current TTB requirements that importers submit paper documents to CBP upon importation. Comments must be received on or before August 22, 2016. |
