Just an FYI for those of you who haven't heard...
CP has begun to circulate a new small packet customs slip for packages going to the US and overseas. Apparently, it's white and about 4 times the size of the green one. Has the regular info on it (weight, gift?, sample? and itemized description). It will also have an air or surface option to check off as well as a spot for the address. It has a "carbon copy" receipt that you get to retain as "proof".
No tracking number on the new forms, so it looks like the service hasn't changed. For whatever reason, CP is saying that the new form has to be affixed to all small packages with a value of less than $500. For those over $500, both the old green form and the new one must both be used.
Looks like CP is using these new forms for better "proof of shipment". Guess the insurance claims must have gone up since implementing the $100 inclusion of insurance. I should have more info later tonight, so I'll post it if anyone else is interested.
Lincoln