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What is ISF Filing?
An Importer Security Filing (ISF), also known as a “10+2”, documents 12 specific details pertaining to ocean freight shipments coming into the US.
The following 12 data elements are gathered from the Commercial Invoice and/or Shipper’s Letter of Intent.
The 10 data elements required from the importer:
1. Manufacturer (or supplier) name and address
2. Seller (or owner) name and address
3. Buyer (or owner) name and address
4. Ship-to name and address
5. Container stuffing location
6. Consolidator (stuffer) name and address
7. Importer of record number/foreign trade zone applicant identification number
8. Consignee number(s)
9. Country of origin
10. Commodity Harmonized Tariff Schedule number to six (6) digits
The remaining 2 data elements required from the carrier:
1. Vessel stow plan
2. Container status messages
Who prepares the ISF?
🚨 Important - Don't get a $5,000 fine!
How much does an ISF Filing cost?
I noticed an “ISF filing” charge on my quotation. Why do I have to pay?
This cost covers the process of filing and lodging the required documents. The charges are often included in the freight quote you receive from your forwarder.
Who pays for the ISF Filing charges?
The importer of the goods pays for the charges. This can be the buyer or the receiver of the shipment (consignee).
Does ISF only apply to Ocean Freight?
Yes. ISF is only applicable to ocean shipments entering the US.
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