CBP 10 + 2 REGULATORY CHANGES:
The following data is provided directly from Customs and Border Protection Services web site regarding the regulatory changes taking place known as 10 + 2. In short it pertains to 12 (10 + 2) additional data elements that Customs will start requiring for CARGO RELEASE of goods being shipped to the U.S.A.
These changes will add sweeping and time consuming changes to the way we do entries for you. The process appears that it will be implemented over a year’s period and concentrated firstly at Ocean and Air ports of entry.
Sadly, to you and us this additional data collection and reporting will cause increases in time and expenses and will no doubt have an adverse effect on service to entry fees and if the data is not supplied with the documents at the time of entry delays in the release of your cargo. Much more will follow on this, but please read the below exert from the web site of CBP.
Regards / Steve Sanders – Sanders Brokerage Services
“The Security Filing will improve CBP’s ability to target high-risk cargo by identifying actual cargo movements and improving the accuracy of cargo descriptions,” said CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham. “It will also improve our ability to facilitate lawful international trade by identifying low-risk shipments much earlier in the supply chain.”
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 proposed regulation will require carriers to submit “10+2” additional pieces of information in order to enhance the security of the maritime environment. The additional information includes: (1) a vessel stow plan used to transmit information about the physical location of cargo loaded aboard a vessel bound for the U.S; and (2) container status messages, which report container movements and changes in status (e.g., empty or full).
In addition, the NPRM also requires importers to submit an “Importer Security Filing” containing the following 10 data elements:
- Manufacturer (or supplier) name and address
- Seller (or owner) name and address
- Buyer (or owner) name and address
- Ship-to name and address
- Container stuffing location
- Consolidator (stuffer) name and address
- Importer of record number/foreign trade zone applicant identification number
- Consignee number(s)
- Country of origin, and
- Commodity Harmonized Tariff Schedule number
Currently, CBP relies primarily on carrier manifest information to perform advance targeting prior to vessel loading. Internal and external reviews have concluded that more complete advance shipment data would produce more accurate and effective cargo risk assessments. This way resources can be focused on true threats and legitimate cargo can speed through the system as quickly as possible.
The proposed regulation is intended to satisfy provisions outlined in the Security and Accountability for Every Port Act of 2006, which require the submission of additional data elements for improved high-risk targeting.
The NPRM will soon be published in the Federal Register. Persons wishing to comment on the proposed rule may access the Federal e-Rulemaking Portal at the Regulations.gov website and follow the instructions for submitting comments to docket number USCBP-2007-0077. ( Regulations.gov )
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.
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