What data elements are required for FROB?
FROB cargo is cargo that is loaded in a foreign port and is to be unloaded in another foreign port with an intervening vessel stop in one or more ports in the United States. All of the data elements required under the regulation must be provided for FROB cargo. CBP recognizes that for FROB cargo, the actual shipper, consignee and notify party may not be associated with an address in the United States. Therefore, CBP would not require an U.S. address on these data elements. 20. Paper Manifest Onboard: Please clarify which carriers participating in CBP’ AMS advance cargo manifest filing will have to have a paper copy of the manifest on board the vessel (in contrast to be able to provide one upon request). Answer: This issue touches on a number of CBP regulations and policies, such as the paperless manifest test, that are currently under review. But recognizing the business interests at stake, in the near term, CBP has decided not to enforce the paper cargo declaration (CF 1302) rule for
