Legal Notice Regarding Cargo Management and Custody Protocols ...

Customs Cargo Management Protocols Establish Strict Guidelines for Detention, Seizure, and Preservation of Unclaimed Shipments

April 12, 2025

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Legal Notice Regarding Cargo Management and Custody Protocols The public notice issued by Customs authorities establishes comprehensive guidelines for safe custody and management of detained, seized, and unclaimed cargo. Key directives mandate immediate notification to relevant Customs officers upon cargo detention, maintenance of detailed registers documenting cargo status, and strict procedural protocols for cargo inspection. Custodians are legally responsible for maintaining cargo integrity, ensuring container seal preservation, and preventing cargo deterioration. Non-compliance may result in punitive actions under Handling of Cargo in Customs Areas Regulations, 2009. The notice serves as a standing operational order for Customs department personnel, emphasizing systematic documentation, supervisory oversight, and procedural transparency in cargo management processes.

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