The brokerage service contract is a Planned Purchasing Systemwide, mandatory contract. Service fees are covered in a contract pricing schedule. All shipments of material destined for foreign countries is processed through the University Broker. Shipping information obtained from the UCSD Shipping Memo, Exhibit A, will be furnished to U.S. Customs at the time the shipment is made. The Shipping Coordinator uses contract carriers to obtain the best rates and direct routing.
Broker coordinates booking of all foreign shipments with carriers.
Registration of Foreign Origin Material Material that is manufactured in foreign countries and is being shipped overseas for scientific research or other reasons must be registered at U.S Customs Barge Office. A Treasury Department Certificate will be issued and must be attached to the UCSD Shipping Memo prior to shipping. Contact Shipping for information regarding registration. Equipment not registered that is going to be returned to the USA is subject to U.S. Customs duties. Carnet A Carnet provides for the temporary free entry of material into and out of a foreign country.