Importing and exporting: Importer Security Filing update
Shipments which do not comply with Importer Security Filing requirements are subject to a $5,000 penalty per occurrence.
Since January 26, 2009 all ocean cargo bound for the United States are subject to an importer security filing requirement 24 hours prior to loading of the cargo container in the foreign port. This additional cargo information will assist CBP to screen and asses’ potential risks.
