Additional ISF Information

There are many resources available if you require additional information on Importer Security Filing.  Please review this listing if you are trying to obtain some additional information.

This manual (SmartBorder ISF Manual) is available directly at http://www.smartborder.com/ISFManual/SmartBorder_ISF_Manual.htm OR click the HELP link within the SmartBorder ISF application

SmartBorder Support Center

• Discussion Forums are available for open discussions on ISF as well as any other CBP Changes

• A recording of the SmartBorder ISF Training Webinar is available on the Support Center website

• You can also submit a ticket at: http://help.smartborder.com

Federal Register

Complete details of ISF ruling are available at http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2008/pdf/E8-27048.pdf

www.cbp.gov

(updates posted as available)

CBP posts updates directly to their website at http://www.cbp.gov

• Updates also received through CSMS

• SmartBorder publishes knowledge base articles explaining these updates

CBP has released ISF (10+2) Frequently Asked Questions

• Available at: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/trade/cargo_security/carriers/security_filing/

CBP Feedback

CBP is requesting feedback on the ISF ruling, specifically for the 6 data elements for which CBP is providing some type of flexibility

• Container stuffing location

• Consolidator (stuffer)

• Manufacturer (or supplier)

• Ship to party

• Country of origin

• Commodity HTSUS number

Feedback is requested no later than June 1, 2009 via the Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov

• Follow the instructions for submitting comments via docket number USCBP-2007-0077

• Or submit feedback via mail to the address below:

• Border Security Regulations Branch, Office of International Trade

U.S Customs and Border Protection

799 9th Street, NW

Washington, DC 20001