CBP “10 + 2” What It Means To You
Customs and Border Protection has mandated new procedures to identify high-risk shipments to prevent acts of terrorism. As of January 25, 2009, they are in effect for all cargo.
The new rule is called led “10 + 2.” It requires that an importer or their authorized agent submit 10 specific pieces of information 24 hours prior to vessel sailing. The “2″ refers to the carrier, who is responsible for two additional pieces of data.
The new requirement is an extension of the AMS (Automated Manifest System) that electronically transfers data to Customs. That speeds the flow of cargo and entry processing and provides for faster authorizations for low risk cargo.
The 10 data requirements from the importer are:
- Manufacturer/Supplier name and address
- Seller name and address
- Container stuffing location, name and address
- Consolidator’s name and address
- Buyer name, address and IRS number.
- Ship-to party name and address.
- IRS number of the importer of record together with name and address
- Consignee IRS number, name and address
- Country of origin
- Harmonized Tariff Schedule number
- Export Forwarder name and address
- Import Forwarder name and address
- Bond Holder name, address and IRS number
The 2 data requirements from the carrier are:
- Vessel load plan
- Container status messages
Now is a good time to do two things:
- Notify your suppliers of the documents-in-advance requirement.
- Check with your customs broker and freight forwarder to ensure that they have the correct data and are reporting the correct data to meet the 10 + 2 rules.
