If I decide to use the “flexible filing option” and submit my ISF under action reason code FR, FT or FX, will I be required to update my ISF filing?
Yes. If the ISF Importer elects to use the flexibilities provided for under the interim final rule by selecting the “FR”, “FT” or “FX” code when submitting the initial ISF, the ISF MUST be updated with the action reason code of “CT” to denote the correct or more accurate information as soon as it is known, but in any event no later than 24 hours prior to arrival of the vessel in the first U.S. port. One of the following action reason codes must be provided as part of an ISF-10 filing: CT = Compliant Transaction – All data is present and is based upon the best information available at the time of the filing; no special flexibility rules apply. If “CT” is used, the ISF can be updated if necessary, but CBP does not necessarily expect to see updates for these filings. “CT” is also used to finalize a “FR”, “FT” or “FX” filing. FR = Flexible Range – A range of data for the Manufacturer, and/or Ship To Party, and/or Country of Origin, and/or Commodity HTSUS number has been provided. In these
