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CSI: Container Security Initiative (24 Hour Rule)
CSI, an initiative for improved container security, is also associated with the 24 Hour Rule. CSI is an agreement between U.S. Customs and governments, customs authorities and ports aiming to ensure early identification of containers that pose a high risk. CSI requires the use of high-security seals and transmission of cargo documents in electronic form to U.S. Customs 24 hours before loading.
U.S. Customs FAQ: Additional Frequently Asked Questions (link)
Import USA – “Special Bill” (Letter to customer No.8)
AMS changes – “Special Bill” (Letter to customer No.7)
Sealing procedure / requirements for transhipments (non-US) with final destination USA (Letter to customers No.6)
Filing options / filing confirmations / SMD / list of acceptable and non-acceptable cargo declaration (Letter to customers No.5)
Self-filer declaration* / security documentation charge (Letter to customers No.4)
*Self-filing format
NO DOC – NO LOAD policy / HS code requirement / cross boarder cargo into USA via Canada (Letter to customers No.3)
New Australia / New Zealand westabout service (Letter to customers)
List of first affected vessels / sealing of containers with high security seals (Letter to customers No.2)
Information about new US Customs rule and details to be submitted (Letter to customers No.1)
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