When is the rate of duty assessed for Immediate Transportation?

The assessment of the rate of duty for Immediate Transportation occurs at the point when customs accepts the Form 7512 at the origin. This is a crucial step in the process as it marks the official entry of the goods into the customs jurisdiction and initiates the transportation under customs control.

Once the customs accepts the 7512, it signifies that customs is aware of the movement of the goods and agrees to their transit under the Immediate Transportation program, which allows for the movement of goods without the immediate payment of duties, provided they are moved directly to a specified destination. This acceptance is essential for determining any potential duties or taxes that might apply later, although immediate payments might not be required until the goods are delivered to their final destination.

This timing is significant because it establishes when the customs process begins concerning those goods, allowing for tracking and regulation of duties tied to that specific shipment.