Why is ISF 10+2 Reporting Required?
The current AMS (Automated Manifest System) does not provide US Customs with enough data to do a thorough security screening of the incoming cargo since on an ocean manifest you have the name and address of the shipper but without the name and address of the manufacturer the security screening audit for that shipment can differ vastly depending on the exact origin of the cargo. Including the 6 digit HTS code in the ISF filing gives clear detailed product information compared to the product description commonly seen on an ocean manifest i.e casings on a manifest could be interpreted as bullet casings or sausage casings but with the corresponding HTS code the level of uncertainty dissipates. The vessel stow plan from the ocean carrier is vital for CBP to be able to take a full look at the container map of the vessel and by comparing the stow plan to AMS data submitted by the ocean carrier, CBP officers can quickly pinpoint containers not receiving AMS manifest data on allowing CBP office
