New Circular Requires Register for Reporting Export Cargo Discrepancies in Air Way Bill; Legal Action for Non-Compliance.

The circular mandates a formal reporting mechanism for discrepancies between export cargo contents and the Air Way Bill (AWB) detected during security scanning. Customs, Handling Agents, Airlines, and Custodians must maintain a "Register for Reporting Difference in Contents" in designated offices. Scanning personnel must record discrepancies immediately in the register and notify the Customs Superintendent verbally. This procedure aims to prevent undeclared goods from being exported, reducing smuggling risks. Compliance is mandatory, and failure to adhere will result in legal action. The circular includes a prescribed register format for documenting discrepancies.