Argentina increased fines for inaccurate customs declarations |

2023-08-04 08:22:30
Posted by Alejandro VillalobosAugust 4, 2023LOGISTICSVisits 36

For a decade Argentina has faced the inconsistencies of ship operators, who continue to be fined for inaccuracies in their customs declarations in the ports of the southern country.

The correctness of the declared figures is crucial, since an excess or duplication of items could be as expensive as a shortage.

In July of this year, claims related to customs fines increased again in Argentina.

In an effort to improve uniformity in the application of the customs regulations In the country, the Argentine customs authorities issued General Resolution 4317 on October 10, 2018. It approves a set of forms that must be used by ships that declare any provisions on board upon arrival at an Argentine port.

Although the forms provide some consistency, there are elements of the lists that may remain unclear. An example is form OM 1647 (Engine Room Supplies List), which refers to “other lubricants”. However, it does not clarify whether or not the quantities of lubricant in the crankcase tank (lubricant reservoir) should be declared or whether its contained volume should be measured with the engines running or not.