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D278 HOWARDS EXPRESS

Deleted Inspection facility

This code is deleted in CBP's FIRMS list. Don't use it on new filings. FIRMSapi keeps deleted codes so lookups of old paperwork still resolve; check the port listing for a replacement.

Facility details

FIRMS code
D278
Name
HOWARDS EXPRESS
Address
369 BOSTWICK RD
PHELPS, NY 14532-9309
Status
Deleted (D)
Facility type
Inspection facility (05)
CBP port
Rochester, NY (0903)
CBP region
1
Last changed
2026-10-23
Data as of
2026-10-23

Pre-filing validation

Validate D278 before you file

Validation fails D278: it's deleted, the reject ACE returns as 159. Search the port for an active replacement. 

curl https://api.firmsapi.com/v1/validate \
  -H "x-api-key: $FIRMSAPI_KEY" -H "content-type: application/json" \
  -d '{"code":"D278","port":"0903","use":"location_of_goods"}'
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Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection FIRMS code list, data as of 2026-10-23. FIRMSapi is not affiliated with CBP; confirm bond status and filing details in ACE.