ISF (Importer Security Filing)

ISF, commonly referred to as "10+2 Filing," is a security requirement imposed by U.S. Customs on importers. It requires specific data to be submitted prior to shipping goods to ensure compliance with U.S. import security regulations. The "10+2" refers to 10 pieces of importer data and 2 pieces of carrier data.

ISF is typically required for ocean freight shipments. Failure to file ISF can lead to penalties and shipment delays.

Creating an ISF Filing

1. Navigate to Customs > ISF > ISF Entry. 2. Click + Add to open the Create ISF Entry page. 3. Select a Project and the specific shipment number.

> The system will auto-populate shipper and consignee information. Please verify this information matches your Shipment Order and Bill of Lading (BOL). 4. Input Required Information:

Initial Information: Include importer/broker organization ID, entry type, and filing details
Shipment Information: Provide carrier details, bill numbers, vessel information, and estimated times
Port Information: Enter loading and discharge port details

> Note: For comprehensive field definitions, refer to the ISF Field Descriptions section. 5. Verify all entered information for accuracy. Click Confirm to submit the ISF filing.

ISF Field Descriptions

Initial Information

Field Name	Description
Importer Organization ID	Identifies the organization or company submitting the import declaration
Broker Organization ID	Represents the customs broker handling the import declaration
Entry Type	Specifies the type of imported goods (e.g. ISF-5 submission, ISF-10 submission, etc.)
Shipment Type	Indicates the type of shipment being imported (e.g., standard/regular filings, FTZ shipments).
File No.	Unique identifier for the filing document used for tracking declaration details
Customs Response No.	Identifier provided by customs as feedback for the filing
Status	Current filing status
Consignee Bill SCAC	Identifies the consignee organization receiving the goods
Mode of Transport	Specifies the mode of transportation used (e.g., Sea, Air)

Shipment Information

Field Name	Description
Bill SCAC	SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code) identifying the carrier
Master SCAC	SCAC code for the primary carrier, if different from the individual carrier
Master Bill No.	Number for the master bill of lading issued by the carrier
House Bill No.	Number for the house bill of lading issued by the freight forwarder
Carrier Text	Additional descriptive details about the carrier
Carrier Code	Unique identifier for the carrier
Vessel Name	Name of the vessel transporting the goods
Voyage No.	Number identifying the specific voyage of the vessel
ETA	Estimated Time of Arrival (date and time)
ETD	Estimated Time of Departure (date and time)
ATA	Actual Time of Arrival (date and time)
ATD	Actual Time of Departure (date and time)

Port Information

Field Name	Description
Port of Loading Text	Name of the port where the goods are loaded
Port of Lading Code	Code for the port of lading
Port of Discharge Text	Name of the port where the goods are unloaded
Port of Discharge Code	Code for the port of discharge

Container Info

Field Name	Description	Required
ISF ID	Identifier for the security filing.	Yes
Container No.	Unique identifier for the container.	Yes
Container Size Code	Code representing the size of the container (e.g., 20FT, 40FT).	No
Container Description Code	Additional descriptive code for the container type.	No

Item Info

Field Name	Description	Required
ISF ID	Identifier linking the item to the ISF filing.	Yes
Manufacturer Party ID	Identifier for the manufacturer of the goods.	No
Item Name	Name of the product being shipped.	No
Product No.	SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) for the product.	No
PO No.	Purchase Order number associated with the shipment.	No
Country of Origin Code	Code identifying the country where the goods were manufactured or produced.	Yes
HTS No.	Harmonized Tariff Schedule code defining the product's classification and applicable tariffs.	Yes