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Importers Security Filing (10+2) |
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Overview
Pursuant to the Security and Accountability for Every Port Act of 2006, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has published on November 25, 2008, the Importers Security Filing Interim Rule requiring importers and carriers to electronically submit additional information on cargo before it is brought into the United States by vessel. The rule becomes effective January 26, 2009 with the Compliance Date set for January 26, 2010. The Importers Security Filing, previously known as “10+2,” is another step in the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) strategy to better assess and identify high-risk shipments to prevent terrorist weapons and materials from entering the United States. This initiative strengthens cargo security by making CBP screening more efficient and effective. CBP has implemented a comprehensive, multi-layered cargo security strategy designed to enhance national security while protecting the economic vitality of the United States. These efforts include the 24-hour Manifest Rule, Container Security Initiative, Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism, Non-Intrusive Inspection Techniques, Automated Targeting System, the Secure Freight Initiative, and the National Targeting Center. The following ten (10) Data Elements, along with the Bill of Lading Number, are the Required Components of the Importers Security Filing. The Importers Security Filing is filed by the Importer or their Designated Agent.
What can NGJ do for me? Norman G. Jensen Inc. is pleased to offer our customers two service options. ISF Express, a new NGJ Express module, gives users the ability to submit all required Importers Security Filing information via a secure Internet connection to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. As an alternative to ISF Express, you can have NGJ Customs Brokerage staff enter and file the shipment data for you. Visit our ISF Services page for complete information. Visit www.ngjensen.com/isf_exp.php for more information. |
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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) number, Employer Identification Number (EIN), Social Security Number (SSN), or CBP assigned number of the entity liable for payment of all duties and responsible for meeting all statutory and regulatory requirements incurred as a result of importation.
For goods intended to be delivered to an FTZ, the IRS number, EIN, SSN, or CBP assigned number of the party filing the FTZ documentation with CBP must be provided. The importer of record number for Importers Security Filing purposes is the same as “importer number” on CBP Form 3461.
Consignee NumberInternal Revenue Service (IRS) number, Employer Identification Number (EIN), Social Security Number (SSN), or CBP assigned number of the individual(s) or firm(s) in the United States on whose account the merchandise is shipped. This element is the same as the “consignee number” on CBP Form 3461.
Ship To PartyName and address of the first deliver-to party scheduled to physically receive the goods after the goods have been released from customs custody.
- CBP is looking for the actual deliver to name/address; not the corporate address
- If unknown, provide the name of the facility where the goods will be unladen.
- May provide a FIRMS code of a warehouse or terminal if the specific ship to name/address is unknown at the time of the filing. For example, a container freight station is acceptable. May provide the name and address of an in-land distribution center if the specific ship to name/address is unknown at the time of the ISF filing.
A widely recognized commercially accepted identification number for this party may be provided in lieu of the name and address. CBP will accept a DUNS number in lieu of the name and address.
Buyer (Owner)Name and address of the last known entity to whom the goods are sold or agreed to be sold. If the goods are to be imported otherwise than in pursuance of a purchase, the name and address of the owner of the goods must be provided.
The party required for this element is consistent with the information required on the invoice of imported merchandise. See 19 CFR 141.86(a)(2).
A widely recognized commercially accepted identification number for this party may be provided in lieu of the name and address. CBP will accept a DUNS number in lieu of the name and address.
Seller (Owner)Name and address of the last known entity by whom the goods are sold or agreed to be sold. If the goods are to be imported otherwise than in pursuance of a purchase, the name and address of the owner of the goods must be provided.
The party required for this element is consistent with the information required on the invoice of imported merchandise. See 19 CFR 141.86(a)(2).
A widely recognized commercially accepted identification number for this party may be provided in lieu of the name and address. CBP will accept a DUNS number in lieu of the name and address.
Country of OriginCountry of manufacture, production, or growth of the article, based upon the import laws, rules and regulations of the United States. This element is the same as the “country of origin” on CBP Form 3461.
Commodity HTS-6 NumberDuty/statistical reporting number under which the article is classified in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). The HTSUS number must be provided to the six-digit level.
The HTSUS number may be provided to the 10-digit level.
Manufacturer or SupplierName and address of the entity that last manufactures, assembles, produces, or grows the commodity.
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Name and address of the supplier of the finished goods in the country from which the goods are leaving.
In the alternative, the name and address of the manufacturer (or supplier) that is currently required by the import laws, rules and regulations of the United States (i.e., entry procedures) may be provided (this is the information that is used to create the existing manufacturer identification (MID) number for entry purposes).
A widely recognized commercially accepted identification number for this party may be provided in lieu of the name and address. CBP will accept a DUNS number in lieu of the name and address.
Container Stuffing LocationName and address(es) of the physical location(s) where the goods were stuffed into the container. For break bulk shipments, the name and address(es) of the physical location(s) where the goods were made “ship ready” must be provided.
- The “scheduled” stuffing location may be provided.
- This may be the same name/address as the manufacturer (supplier)
- If a “factory load”, simply provide the name and address of the factory
A widely recognized commercially accepted identification number for this party may be provided in lieu of the name and address. CBP will accept a DUNS number in lieu of the name and address.
Consolidator (Stuffer) Name/AddressName and address of the party who stuffed the container or arranged for the stuffing of the container. For break bulk shipments, the name and address of the party who made the goods “ship ready” or the party who arranged for the goods to be made “ship ready” must be provided.
- If no consolidator is used, e.g. “factory load” shipments, provide the name/address of the manufacturer (supplier).
A widely recognized commercially accepted identification number for this party may be provided in lieu of the name and address. CBP will accept a DUNS number in lieu of the name and address.
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