Importer Security Filing Background

10+2 Importer Security Filing

For the 40% of importers subject to ISF, that have not been filing here is a background on the regulation.

The Importer Security Filing (ISF), also known 10+2, is a new US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulation requiring importers and vessel carriers to provide advance data elements electronically to CBP for non-bulk cargo shipments in-bound into the United States by vessel. The focus of this initiative is to improve CBP's ability to recognize high-risk shipments in advance to ensure the safety of America's borders. ISF went into effect January 26th 2009. As a resident or non-resident US importer, or as one of their suppliers, are you prepared to provide the required Importer Security Filing elements 24 hours prior to vessel lading? If you are not doing this today, you may be in non-compliance with the new requirements.

Importer (10)

Ship to Name & Address
Importer of Record #
Consignee #
6 Digit Commodity #
Manufacturer Name & Address
Seller Name & Address
Container Stuffing Location
Consolidator Name & Address
Buyer Name & Address
Country of Origin of the Goods

Carrier (2)

Vessel Stow Plan
Container Status Message Data