Nonprivileged Foreign Status (NPF)

Status of zone merchandise not previously cleared by CBP which is appraised in the condition of the merchandise at the time it enters Customs territory. NPF status may be changed upon approval from CBP, provided the merchandise is still in the same condition as when admitted to the zone. While in the zone, NPF status merchandise can be manipulated, manufactured, or used in production to create a new commercial item with a different tariff classification. NPF status allows zone Users to pay duty at the rate of the finished product produced in the zone.