What is ICS2?
The European Union is implementing a new customs pre-arrival security and safety program, supported by a large-scale advanced cargo information system – Import Control System 2 (ICS2).
ICS2 supports implementation of a new customs safety and security regulatory regime aimed to better protect single market and EU citizens. It will collect data about all goods entering the EU prior to their arrival. Economic Operators (EOs) will have to declare safety and security data to ICS2, through the Entry Summary Declaration (ENS). The program is one of the main contributors towards establishing an integrated EU approach to reinforce customs risk management under the common risk management framework (CRMF).
The new regulations will involve changes to the existing Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) that are submitted for all deep sea and short sea cargo that either discharges or tranships at EU member states as well as all cargo that remains on board, otherwise referred to as FROB (freight remaining on-board). Due to potential variances in vessel scheduling and the requirement for ICS2 clearance at most discharge ports, Laufer will apply these regulations to all E/B shipments regardless of destination including UK.
What is required?
Starting June 3rd, for all ocean cargo shipments destined/via to EU, UK, Norway, and Switzerland, clients will need to provide additional information on the paperwork, as follows:
· 6-digit HS Code for each commodity.
· Complete and accurate cargo descriptions.
· Detailed and concise Document Party addresses.
· EORI number for Consignee established in the EU.
· Buyer and Seller data (not required for FROB cargo discharging outside of the EU).
Where must this information be provided:
· Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI)
· Commercial Invoice
Recommendation:
· To help mitigate any potential delays during the transit, Laufer Group will require shipping documents that identify HS Code(s) and EORI # on the documents at least 24 hours prior to ocean carrier documentation cut-off.
· Any cargo not loaded due to missing “Assessment Complete” status prior to commencement of vessel operations will be subject to demurrage and detention applicable per ocean carrier’s tariff.
Helpful resources:
Import Control System 2 - Release 3
Economic Operators Registration and Identification number (EORI)
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Should you need further information or have any concerns or queries, please contact your local Laufer customer service or sales representative or by emailing compliance@laufer.com