TMI BlogTranshipment of imported containerized cargo from gateway port to a foreign port:X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... loading of such cargo. The record is reconciled on the basis of endorsement of the Preventive Officer and copy of EGM showing details of such transshipment. Transshipment facility for imported goods in Less than Full Container Load (LCL) is allowed at identified Custom Houses. 4.2 The procedure for international transshipment of LCL containers is as under: (i) The application for international transshipment of FCL cargo can be made by master of the vessel or his authorized agent, Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) or any person duly authorized by the foreign supplier. (ii) No goods for international transshipment should be unloaded from the vessel until the permission for the same is given by the Assistant/Deputy Commis ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... ficers would examine the seal of the ITP containers and if found tampered, such container should be immediately resealed with the Customs seal 77 in the presence of the custodian / shipping agent and same should be recorded. Such containers will be examined 100% by the Customs Officers and findings recorded thereof and put up to the Assistant/Deputy Commissioner of Customs in charge for further action. (vi) LCL cargo meant for a foreign port outside India would be de-stuffed in the presence of Customs Officer and stored in a secured area as provided by custodian. LCL cargo may contain consignments meant for transshipment to any port outside India (foreign port) as well as consignments for home consumption or transshipment to ICDs. This ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X ..... case of goods not transshipped within 30 days after unloading shall apply to the goods meant for transshipment as these are covered under the scope of imported goods . (xii) The permission for transshipment would not be given to cargo having arms, ammunition, explosives and other cargo considered as constituting a threat to the security/safety and integrity of the country and other goods attracting prohibition under Section 11 of the Customs Act, 1962 . However, goods 'restricted' as per the FTP may be permitted for transshipment to destination abroad. Further, transshipment shall not be allowed to any port destination, in respect of which any order or prohibition is in force for the time being.Commissioners may also presc ..... X X X X Extracts X X X X X X X X Extracts X X X X
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