FIRMS code

J196 AIR FREIGHT CENTRAL

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: J196
Name: AIR FREIGHT CENTRAL
Address: 1028 MEXICO CITY AVE
KANSAS CITY, MO 64153-1135
Status: Deleted (D)
Facility type: Inspection facility (05)
CBP port: Kansas City, MO (4501)
CBP region: 3
Last changed: 2026-10-23
Data as of: 2026-10-23

Pre-filing validation

Validate J196 before you file

Validation fails J196: 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":"J196","port":"4501","use":"location_of_goods"}'

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Other codes at this address

Many facilities hold several FIRMS codes, for example one per facility type or operator.

Code	Name	Type	Status
J410	JET DELIVERY	Inspection facility	Deleted

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.