Express operators have invested millions to support US battle against smugglers

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We read with interest The Loadstar article US Customs steps up battle against drug gangs using mail and express services, which notes our support for the increase in the US de minimis level, and wanted to provide a few additional facts.

The overwhelming majority of shipments interdicted by Customs & Border Protection (CBP) during the January operation at JFK Airport were postal, not express industry, shipments.  JFK is a primary entry point for postal shipments from abroad, while the main express ...