RULE: 25 - CERTIFICATION OF SHIPPER STATUS IN FOREIGN COMMERCE Eff: 30APR1999
| Effective | 30APR1999 |
|---|---|
| Filed | 31MAR1999 |
| Filing Codes | I |
a. Every Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) MUST
clearly state its status as an NVOCC when cargo is
booked with, or tendered to, the Carrier for
transportation service.
b. If the Shipper tendering the cargo identifies itself as
an NVOCC, the Carrier shall obtain documentation that
the NVOCC has filed a Tariff with the FMC and maintains
an effective NVOCC Bond as required by the Shipping Act
of 1984, as amended, before the Carrier accepts or
transports cargo for the account of such NVOCC. A copy
of the FMC's web site page showing the list of regulated
OTI's maintaining an NVOCC Tariff (and Bond) will be
accepted by the Carrier as documenting the NVOCC's
compliance with the Tariff and Bonding Requirements of
the Shipping Act.
c. When a Shipper's Association tenders or books cargo with
the Carrier, it MUST clearly state whether or not the
member for which it is booking or tendering cargo is an
NVOCC. If the member for whom transportation service is
to be provided is an NVOCC the provisions of paragraph
b. above will apply.
