Link to an amendment published at 81 FR 94986, Dec. 27, 2016.

This amendment was delayed until Mar. 21, 2017, at 82 FR 8590, Jan. 27, 2017.

If the importer intends to abandon the shipment after receiving notice of refusal of entry, the importer shall present a written notice of intent to abandon to the port director and the Administrator. Notification under this section is a waiver of any right to export the merchandise. The importer shall remain liable for any expense incurred in the storage and/or disposal of abandoned merchandise.