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Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Compliance Checklist
Importer Security Filing (ISF) Compliance
Ensure that the ISF is filed at least 24 hours before the cargo is loaded onto the vessel bound for the United States.
Verify that all information provided in the ISF is accurate and complete.
Maintain a record of the ISF filing, including the confirmation number and date of filing.
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Security
Conduct a comprehensive risk assessment of the supply chain in accordance with C-TPAT guidelines.
Implement and maintain security measures based on the risk assessment to protect the supply chain.
Regularly review and update security procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with C-TPAT requirements.
Recordkeeping and Documentation
Retain all customs-related documents for the period specified by CBP, typically five years from the date of entry.
Organize records in a manner that allows for prompt retrieval upon request by CBP or other government agencies.
Ensure that all documents are legible, complete, and accurate to support the entry summary and declarations made to CBP.
Tariff Classification and Valuation
Classify merchandise accurately under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS).
Declare the correct value of the merchandise, including assists, royalties, and other additions required by law.
Maintain documentation that supports the declared classification and valuation, such as invoices, contracts, and proof of payment.
Country of Origin Marking and Labeling
Mark all imported goods with the country of origin in a conspicuous place as legibly, indelibly, and permanently as possible.
Review and comply with specific marking requirements for different types of products as prescribed by CBP.
Ensure that all packaging, containers, and documentation also display the correct country of origin information.
Compliance with Other Government Agencies (OGA)
Identify if the imported goods are subject to regulations by other government agencies such as FDA, USDA, or EPA.
Obtain necessary permits, licenses, or certificates from the relevant agencies prior to importation.
Ensure that the goods meet all applicable standards and regulations set by the OGA, and provide necessary documentation to CBP.
