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Introduction: Why CBP Export Holds Matter
In today’s fast-paced supply chains, CBP export hold resolution is critical for shippers who rely on timely deliveries. A single CBP hold can delay exports, create compliance headaches, and even disrupt entire production schedules.
At Falcon Cargo, we’ve seen how holds triggered by electronic export information (EEI) filings or commodity filing response messages in AES can affect businesses. The difference is not whether a hold happens — but how quickly and effectively it is resolved..
Common Reasons for CBP Hold
Shipments may be delayed for multiple reasons:
Shipments can face CBP holds for several reasons:
- Filing errors in EEI submissions through AES.
- Mismatched HS codes generating messages AESTIR Appendix A commodity alerts.
- Missing or inconsistent documentation that requires an Appendix A commodity filing response.
- Technical glitches in AES that create commodity filing response messages or just a random CBP review .
Any of these can trigger a CBP hold, requiring additional review and delaying clearance.
Falcon Cargo’s 5-Step CBP Export Hold Resolution Strategy
At Falcon Cargo, we don’t leave clients in the dark. Instead, we follow a structured process for CBP export hold resolution:
Step 1: Immediate Review
As soon as a hold is issued, our compliance team analyzes the commodity filing response messages and identifies the root cause.
Step 2: Documentation Support
Provide any required paperwork to CBP office
Step 3: Direct Communication
We stay in contact with the CBP Team to ensure your case is actively reviewed, not left sitting.
Step 4: Transparency with Clients
Unlike forwarders who leave clients waiting, we provide updates on each CBP hold status, so you know what’s happening at every step.
Step 5: Final Clearance
Once cleared, we confirm release, share compliance feedback, and help you avoid similar CBP holds in the future.
Real Case Study: From CBP Hold to Export Release
Real Case Study: From CBP Hold to Export Release
Recently, Falcon Cargo managed a shipment detained at JFK under a CBP hold due to random review. Officers requested additional paperwork.
Our team immediately gathered the required documentation, addressed the errors, and monitored every commodity filing response message until the shipment was cleared.
After two weeks of consistent follow-up, CBP released the cargo. This case demonstrates why expert handling of CBP export hold resolution makes all the difference.
How Shippers Benefit from Professional Support
When you choose Falcon Cargo, you gain more than a freight forwarder — you gain a compliance partner. Our clients benefit from:
- Expert handling of CBP holds triggered by EEI or AES issues.
- Proactive compliance support for aestir appendix a commodity filing response cases.
- Clear communication — no waiting days for an answer.
- Peace of mind that shipments are never abandoned.
For more details on how we support exporters, explore our Falcon Cargo Services.
Resources for Exporters
Final Thoughts
Export holds are challenging, but they don’t have to be overwhelming. With Falcon Cargo, you get a partner who resolves CBP export hold resolution issues, clears commodity filing response messages, and ensures your shipments keep moving.
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