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R196 GATOR FREIGHTWAYS

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
R196
Name
GATOR FREIGHTWAYS
Address
4801 ALMONASTER AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70126-5536
Status
Deleted (D)
Facility type
Bonded warehouse (04)
CBP port
New Orleans, LA (2002)
CBP region
5
Last changed
2026-10-23
Data as of
2026-10-23

Pre-filing validation

Validate R196 before you file

Validation fails R196: 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":"R196","port":"2002","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.