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M248 VIRGINIA COLD STORAGE

Deleted Bonded warehouse

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
M248
Name
VIRGINIA COLD STORAGE
Address
117 PLOVER DR
SUFFOLK, VA 23434-6320
Status
Deleted (D)
Facility type
Bonded warehouse (04)
CBP port
Norfolk-Newport News, VA (1401)
CBP region
4
Last changed
2026-10-23
Data as of
2026-10-23

Pre-filing validation

Validate M248 before you file

Validation fails M248: 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":"M248","port":"1401","use":"warehouse_entry"}'
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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.