What Is AMS System And ENS? We'll Answer Your Questions.

What Is AMS System And ENS? We'll Answer Your Questions.

What are AMS System and ENS？

AMS (Automated Manifest System) and ENS (Entry Summary Declaration) are both terms related to customs procedures and international trade. They are often associated with the import and export of goods, helping to streamline processes and enhance security.

AMS (Automated Manifest System)

ENS (Entry Summary Declaration)

In summary, both AMS and ENS are automated systems that require the electronic submission of information about incoming shipments before they reach their destination. These systems aim to improve the efficiency of customs processes, enhance security by allowing authorities to identify and inspect high-risk shipments, and facilitate international trade by reducing delays in customs clearance.

What data must be declared to submit AMS System/ENS?

AMS: The information primarily comes from the bill of lading and includes details such as House BL number, Carrier Master BL number, Carrier Name, Shipper, Assignee, Notify Party, Place of Receipt, Vessel/Voyage, Port of Loading, Port of Discharge, Destination, Container Number, Seal Number, Size/Type, No. & PKG Type, Weight, CBM, Description of Goods, Marks & Numbers. If the ACI (Advance Commercial Information) is wired, a CCN (Cargo Control Number) code may also be added.

ENS: Shipper, consignee, arrival notifier, container number, basic information of goods, customs code, gross weight, net weight, UN code of dangerous goods AMS: mainly the information in the bill of lading, including house BL number, carrier master BL no, carrier name, shipper, assignee, notify party, place of receipt, vessel / voyage, port of loading, port of discharge, destination, container number, seal number, size / type, No. & PKG type, weight, CBM, description of goods, Marks & numbers, If the ACI is wired, add a CCN code.

Different requirements for AMS and ENS?

Note: these are general distinctions, and specific requirements can vary by country and region. It's always advisable to consult the relevant customs authorities and regulations for the specific details and updates regarding AMS and ENS requirements.

Who should send AMS data？How many days in advance？

According to the regulations of U.S. Customs, the freight forwarder closest to the direct exporter is required to send AMS information. However, in the domestic context, most forwarders are picked up by the shipping company or booking agent. In the process of delivery, due to uncertain customs regulations, service attitude, conflict of interest and lack of attention to AMS, customs clearance may be delayed or even fined.

Some people also call AMS 24-hour manifest forecast. As the name suggests, it is necessary to send the manifest 24 hours in advance. However, the shipping company or the freight forwarder for the same trade will ask for AMS information very early (the shipping company usually closes the customs three or four days in advance). For the exporter, the information given three or four days in advance may be incorrect, and once the customs is closed, the shipping company is required to change AMS.

In addition, 24 hours in advance is not limited by the sailing time. It should be required to get the receipt from the U.S. Customs 24 hours before the box is loaded on the ship (the freight forwarder gets OK / 1y, and the shipping company or wharf gets 69). There is no rule on how far in advance shipments can be made. No matter how early it is sent, it is useless not to get the correct receipt.

AMS System fill in the precautions

1. U.S. military materiel shall not be exempted

2. "Fake Dummy" bills of lading are not approved by U.S. Customs

3. General cargo descriptions are not permitted.

4. "To order Bills of Lading": The consignee, the owner or the owner's representative must be confirmed.

5. U.S. Customs does not allow containers to be loaded on board until the 24-hour deadline arrives.'

6. "FROB" (foreign cargo left on board when passing through a US port): the same requirement is made to declare a manifest.

7. Submission by port of loading: All goods must be submitted 24 hours before loading at the port of loading, rather than the final port of loading.

8. Empty containers: The new rules do not apply to empty containers, but participants in the automatic manifest declaration system must fill in the empty container number on the bill of lading and submit it before arriving at the U.S. port.

9. Change of manifest: (If the original registration data known to the registrant is correct and can be changed), it is necessary to comply with the customs regulations. However, the customer must be aware that any change to the original declaration information may affect the risk assessment of the goods by U.S. Customs and lead to the inspection of the goods.

10. A precise description of the goods (or a 6-digit HTS number if the cargo owner provides a classification of the goods), the weight of the goods or a general description of the goods and weight of the shipper of the sealed shipper, such as FAQ, General Cargo, Said to Contain, Chemicals, and Foodstuffs will not be accepted.

11. The full name and address of the shipper or the confirmation number granted by Customs to the shipper under the ACE (Automated Commercial Environment).

12. The full name and address or confirmation number of the consignee, cargo owner or cargo owner's agent.

13. The box number is banned.