The following is a CBSA message (EDI12-020).

Sent on behalf of the Import Programs Unit, Commercial Border Programs Division

The purpose of this message is to remind importers and customs brokers who are providing release data to the CBSA under Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), that it is a regulatory requirement, as per the Accounting for Imported Goods and Payment of Duties Regulations, to do so in accordance with the technical requirements, specifications and procedures for electronic data interchange that are set out in the Electronic Commerce Client Requirements Document (ECCRD). A copy of the ECCRD may be found at http://www.cbsa.gc.ca/eservices/eccrd/across-ssmaec-eng.pdf

It has recently been brought to our attention that some clients may not be adhering to the ECCRD, in particular, section 4.6 Appraisal Quality Invoice(s). Clients are reminded that unless otherwise exempted, CBSA Invoice Requirements, as per Memorandum D1-4-1, must be met prior to the final accounting of the transaction (provision of B3). Failure to comply with the CBSA regulatory requirements may result in the imposition of a penalty under the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS).

In addition, some clients may be attempting to provide the CBSA with release transactions that exceed the maximum number of invoices lines that are permitted within a release transaction according to section 4.8 of the ECCRD - Maximum Number of Invoice Lines. Where the transaction exceeds the allowable number of invoice lines, the client is to submit the request to the CBSA using the appropriate paper service option.

Inquiries concerning this message should be sent by email to Release-Mainlevée ([email protected])