Glossary

Abbreviation for “Immediate Transport.” The document (prepared by the carrier) allows shipment to proceed from the port of entry in the U.S. to Customs clearing at the destination. The shipment clears Customs at…

Abbreviation for “Independent Action.” The right of a conference member to publish a rate of tariff rule that departs from the Agreement’s common rate or rule.

Abbreviation for:(1) “Interstate Commerce Commission” (2) “International Chamber of Commerce”

Stands for “Immediate Exit.” In the U.S., Customs IE Form is used when goods are brought into the U.S. and are to be immediately re–exported without being transported within the U.S.

An entry that allows foreign merchandise arriving at one port to be exported from the same port without the payment of duty.

To receive goods from a foreign country.

A document required and issued by some national governments authorizing the importation of goods.

Cargo moving under Customs control where duty has not yet been paid.

The transaction or interchange that occurs at the time a container is received by a rail terminal or water port from another carrier.

In transit, or in passage.