1.    Before YOU CROSS – Prepare

☐   Trip data must be entered in TMM prior to arrival.

1. invoice, bill of lading to include UN number and emergency contact, MSDS.

2. Submit to DIS.

☐   Coordinate with all parties involved that shipping papers (BOL) are in accordance with 49CFR172.200, the driver is a FAST participant if he’s a Mexican National, TWIC and/or enhanced drivers license if US citizen or legal permanent residents. MSDS match the shipping papers.

☐   Supporting documents to facilitate entry such as EPA Forms, Notice of Arrivals, etc.

2.   AT THE TIME OF ENTRY

☐   Driver must have proper entry documents (VISA, FAST or TWIC) and all pertaining shipping papers in accordance with 49CFR.

☐   The CBP TMM system must reflect the UN number at time of entry.

☐   TMM E-manifest sheet must illustrate in FONT 48 “HAZMAT” when loaded and “HAZMAT – EMPTY RESIDUE” when empty tankers, highlighted preferably in red.

☐   In case of exemptions, such as placarding, labeling, and bracing.  Those exemptions will be presented in writing in accordance with the 49CFR.

This checklist is a basic guideline that can be followed to import hazardous materials.  The Colombia MET / HAZMAT team can be reached at the following to further assist you: colmet@cbp.dhs.gov and land line: 956-417-7818.