In response to the need for increased border security while not slowing down the flow of goods into the country US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have implemented a reporting regulation called ACE eManifest. Now available within the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) is the ability to submit an electronic truck manifest (also known as an "emanifest") that is automated with the United States trade processing system to enhance security at the border for the trucking trade. The process involves electronically sending shipment details to the border before arrival stating important information required for clearance. This automated system sends the details for imports entering the United States before the truck arrives to allow for a fast approval upon arrival at the border. EManifest has been mandatory at all U.S. Highway crossings since 2007.
The following are some of the details required to be sent with the ACE emanifest:
- Conveyance and Equipment Details including vehicle identification number, truck and trailer license plate number (with state or province of issue)
- Driver Details including citizenship, gender, date of birth, license and passport numbers and address
- Shipment Details including shipper and consignee information, SCAC code with shipment control number, arrival date and shipment type
- Cargo Details including description, weight, country of origin, quantity, hazardous material information and bonded shipment details
- Information on any additional drivers, passengers or crew.
How is the ACE eManifest information sent?
Highway carriers have a few options for submitting electronic manifests. The US Government provides direct access via the Internet with the ACE Portal. There is no fee for the portal however the cost may be considerable as the portal is generic and somewhat cumbersome. Another option is to purchase custom software to file direct to ACE via EDI. This option may prove too expensive for most companies. The easiest way to submit an ACE emanifest is to use a third party service provider. An ACE certified provider could assist you with sending an emanifest to Customs without the hassle of learning to do it yourself. There are currently a few companies that offer an ACE emanifest service. Third party service providers can be found by doing a Google search for "emanifest service".
Companies required to participate in ACE eManifest will need a Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC). This is a unique code used to identify carriers and shipments going into the United States and is required to send emanifests. SCAC's are issued by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association.
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