If an importer fails to receive and remove the consignment during the said period, customs authorities must issue a notice to the importer. Out of the 14 sheds at Chittagong port, hazardous cargoes are stored at the Shed “P.” The containers carrying hazardous goods are kept at the container yards. “As you know, 98% of the country’s export and import takes place via the Chittagong port. “We have already sent a letter to the customs authorities regarding the disposal of the undelivered goods. A six-member committee has already been formed to ascertain the current status of the hazardous goods lying at the port.

Source: Dhaka Tribune August 13, 2020 15:00 UTC