ACE In Bond (CBP Shipment Type)
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🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Shipment Type Guide and the BorderConnect ACE Manifest Guide |
ACE In-Bond (Carrier-Filed)
A comprehensive guide to creating, transmitting, and closing carrier-filed In-Bonds directly in ACE.
Overview
An ACE In-Bond is a shipment type where the carrier files the bond electronically as part of the manifest, rather than a broker filing it separately (QP).
This allows carriers who are authorized/bonded to move freight in-bond into or through the U.S. to handle the entire process within their manifest software.[1]
Check Before You File: Confirm with your customer if a broker has already filed a QP In-Bond. Do not file an ACE In-Bond if a broker is already filing one for the same shipment.
⏱️ Critical Compliance Timing
Failure to report arrival or export within these timeframes often results in liquidated damages (penalties).
| Action | Deadline | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Report Arrival | Within 2 business days of arrival. | Must include the FIRMS Code of the destination facility.[2] |
| Report Export | Within 2 business days of export. | Only for T&E bonds. Must confirm the goods left the U.S.[3] |
✅ Pre-Filing Checklist
- Paper In-Bond Number: A unique 9-digit number issued to your company.
- Bond Type: Know if it is IT (Immediate Transportation) or T&E (Transportation & Exportation).
- Value & HTS: You will need the dollar value and 6-digit Harmonized Code.
- FIRMS Code: You need the code for the destination warehouse (for arrival reporting).
Creating the Shipment
1 Start New Shipment
From your ACE eManifest, click Create New Shipment.
- Shipment Type: Select ACE In-Bond.
- Control Number: Enter your unique Shipment Control Number (SCN).
- Click Save.
2 Assign In-Bond Info
After saving, locate the In-Bond Information section (top right of the shipment page) and click Assign In-Bond Information.
3 Enter Bond Details
Fill in the required fields based on your bond type.
| Field | Instruction |
|---|---|
| In-Bond Entry Type | Choose IT (Inland Move) or T&E (Export Move). |
| Paper In-Bond Number | Enter your unique 9-digit bond number. |
| U.S. Destination | The final inland port (e.g., Chicago), not the border crossing port. |
| Foreign Destination | (T&E Only) The final country destination (e.g., Mexico). |
4 Add Commodity
Click Create Commodity. For ACE In-Bonds, you must provide extra data.
- Value (USD): The total value of the goods.
- Harmonized Code: The first 6 digits of the HTS code.
5 Transmit
Return to the manifest and click Sync with CBP. Once accepted, you can print the 7512 form directly from the shipment page if needed.
Post-Arrival Reporting (Closing the Bond)
Step 1: Report Arrival (All Bonds)
When the goods arrive at the inland destination, you must report it within 2 business days.
1. Open the shipment in BorderConnect. 2. Under "Shipment Only Send to CBP", select Send In-Bond Arrival Message. 3. Enter the FIRMS Code of the facility and the Arrival Date/Time. 4. Click Send.
Step 2: Report Export (T&E Only)
If the bond was a T&E, you must also report when it leaves the U.S.
1. Ensure the bond is marked "Arrived" first. 2. Select Send In-Bond Export Message. 3. Enter the Export Date/Time. 4. Click Send.
References
- ↑ CBP – Bonds General Guidelines https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Bonds%20General%20Guidelines.pdf
- ↑ 19 CFR §18.1
- ↑ 19 CFR §18.24