CustomsInfo

Information for the processing of customs

  • Unique, begins with 'cstinfo_'

  • Possible values:

    values
    documentsgiftmerchandisereturned_goodssampledangerous_goodshumanitarian_donationother
  • Human readable description of content, max 255 characters. Required for certain carriers and always required if contents_type is 'other'

  • Electronically certify the information provided

  • Required if customs_certify is true

  • When shipping outside the US, you must provide either an Exemption and Exclusion Legend (EEL) code or a Proof of Filing Citation (PFC). Which one you need depends on the value of the goods:

    • If the value is less than $2,500, pass the EEL code: NOEEI 30.37(a).
    • If the value is greater than $2,500, you must obtain an Automated Export System (AES) Internal Transaction Number (ITN) from AESDirect, e.g. AES X20120502123456.

    An ITN is required for any international shipment valued over $2,500 and/or requiring an export license unless an exemption applies.

    Note: The maximum number of items that can be included in customs_info with UPS is 100

  • Possible values:

  • Possible values:

    values
    • none
    • quarantine
    • sanitary_phytosanitary_inspection
    • other
  • Required if restriction_type is not 'none'

  • Describes products being shipped

    Properties: 14