Who is responsible for tracking goods that pass through the US just got clearer

The US Census Bureau clarified rules for tracking goods that enter the US from one foreign country and then leave for another. This means specific companies, like customs brokers or warehouse operators, now have clearer duties for reporting these shipments.

For years, it was sometimes unclear who was ultimately responsible for reporting goods that simply passed through the US. This ambiguity could lead to reporting gaps or delays, making it harder to track global supply chains. The new rules assign that responsibility more precisely, which means fewer loopholes for goods to disappear from official records.