ISF(Importer Security Filing), or can be called 10+2, is a regulation that requires containerized goods information to be transmitted to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection not less than 24 hours in advance before loading. The Importer security filing usually informs CBP of the container detail as well as arrival plan.
10+2 can optimize goods targeting by means of requiring additional data elements before loading. For the low risk shipment, there are fewer inspections than high risk shipment.
In most cases, it is for the security. The CBP will have an advance warning from ISF while high risk transportations are on the way and the purpose is to secure the U.S. borders’ safety. It may not apply to trading or trade enforcement intentions.
ISF is required when the imports are related to ocean transportation. The ISF doesn’t apply to goods imports by other kinds of transportation.
The following ten data elements are needed from the importer:
From the carrier, 2 data elements are needed:
(source: wikipedia)
The individuals who want to import cargos are supposed to work in a well-organized and competent way while getting imports approved. There are some essential facts related to ISF filings.