Commerce Extends Import Delivery Proof for Key Goods
Published Date: 11/21/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Commerce is asking for approval to keep collecting info from U.S. importers who sometimes need to prove their shipments actually arrived. This helps foreign governments track important goods and keeps trade safe. About 21 businesses spend around 40 minutes each time on this, and the public has 30 days to share their thoughts before the process continues.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Imports delivery-verification reporting
If you are a U.S. importer of strategic commodities, you may occasionally need to complete a Delivery Verification Certificate (form BIS-647P) so a foreign supplier can confirm the shipment was received. The collection covers 21 respondents, takes about 40 minutes per response (14 total burden hours), is voluntary, has OMB Control Number 0694-0016, and the public had 30 days to comment after publication.
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