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[[File:Addeditcommodityace1.png|400px|thumb|right|Viewing the '''Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment''' page]]{{#ev:youtube|y-wx_vC6FHI|360|right|How to add commodity info on an ACE eManifest in BorderConnect.}}The '''Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment Page''' is a page in BorderConnect [https://www.borderconnect.com/ace-e-manifest/index.htm ACE Manifest software] where the user enters or modifies the commodity information for an ACE Shipment. It is accessed from the [[ACE_Shipment_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Shipment Details Page]] by clicking either the 'Create Commodity' button or the 'Edit' link of an existing commodity, or by using the Save and Add Commodity link on the [[Start_New_ACE_Shipment_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|Start New ACE Shipment Page]]. Please note the legend located at the bottom of the page, as it can be used to determine which fields are required to be filled out.
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;Save Button
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:Used to save the entered commodity information to the shipment. Can only be used when all of the required fields have been completed. Clicking the button will save the commodity information to the shipment and bring the user to the [[ACE_Commodity_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|Commodity Details Page]].
<h1>Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment Page</h1>
;Cancel Button
<p>The interface for entering cargo descriptions, weights, and quantities for ACE shipments.</p>
:Used to cancel entering or editing commodity information. Clicking on this button will disregard any entered or changed commodity information and return the user to the [[ACE_Shipment_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Shipment Details Page]].
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;Loaded On:
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-edit"></i> Type: Data Entry</span>
:Used to indicate where the shipment is physically loaded. This will automatically default to the trailer on the manifest if there is one, or the truck otherwise. If this is not correct the user can change the selection using the drop down menu.
<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-flag-usa"></i> Country: United States (CBP)</span>
;Description
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:Used to provide a description of the goods that make up the shipment. The description must be plain language and detailed enough to sufficiently identify the cargo for customs purposes. The description can be up to 512 characters and must be a CBP example of an acceptable description of goods as outlined in [https://www.cbp.gov/trade/basic-import-export/e-commerce/examples-unacceptable-vs-acceptable-cargo-descriptions CBP's list of acceptable cargo descriptions]. ''Failure to follow CBP's cargo description guidelines may result in delays at the border, rejection of goods or penalty action''. When the user begins typing the description in the field, the system will check to see if it matches a previously entered ACE Commodity Description. If so it will come up to be selected,  which will automatically set the package type and weight unit used previously. Otherwise the description will be recorded for the next time.
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;Quantity
 
:Used to indicate the number and type of packages of the goods that make up the shipment. The number of packages can be entered in the text field, and must be a whole number. The drop down menu is used to select the package type from the list. e.g. boxes, barrels
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;Weight
 
:Used to indicate the gross weight of the goods that make up the shipment. The weight can be entered in the text field, and must be a whole number. The drop down menu is used to select the weight unit from the list. e.g. pounds, kilograms
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;Marks and Numbers
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:Optional field. Used to indicate and marks and numbers that identify a shipment or parts of a shipment.
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;Save and Back to ACE eManifest
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:Used to save the information that has been entered on the page and return the user to the [[ACE_Manifest_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE eManifest Details Page]]. Moving the mouse over this link will display additional options as well.
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<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
[[File:Addeditcommodityace1.png|400px|thumb|right|Viewing the '''Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment''' page]]
<p>The <strong>Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment Page</strong> is where users enter the specific cargo details for an ACE Shipment. Accurate commodity data is the core of any manifest declaration.</p>
 
<p>You can access this page by:</p>
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* Clicking the <strong>Create Commodity</strong> button on the [[ACE_Shipment_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Shipment Details Page]].
* Clicking the <strong>Edit</strong> link next to an existing commodity.
* Using the <strong>Save and Add Commodity</strong> shortcut from the [[Start_New_ACE_Shipment_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|Start New ACE Shipment Page]].
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<strong>Tip:</strong> BorderConnect remembers your commodity descriptions. As you type a description, the system will suggest previously used entries, automatically filling in the Package Type and Weight Unit defaults you used last time.
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Data Entry Fields</h2>
 
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<p>The following fields define the cargo being transported. Please refer to the legend at the bottom of the page to identify required fields.</p>
 
<h3>Description of Goods</h3>
<p>This is the most critical field for customs compliance.</p>
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* <strong>Requirement:</strong> Must be a plain language description detailed enough to identify the cargo.
* <strong>Limits:</strong> Up to 512 characters.
* <strong>Compliance:</strong> Must adhere to [https://www.cbp.gov/trade/basic-import-export/e-commerce/examples-unacceptable-vs-acceptable-cargo-descriptions CBP's list of acceptable cargo descriptions].
* <em><strong>Warning:</strong> Vague descriptions (e.g., "Freight", "General Cargo") may result in border delays or penalties.</em>
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<h3>Weights and Quantities</h3>
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<th style="width: 30%;">Field</th>
<th>Description</th>
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<td><strong>Quantity</strong></td>
<td>The number of packages (must be a whole number). Select the package type (e.g., Boxes, Barrels, Pallets) from the dropdown.</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td>The gross weight of the goods (must be a whole number). Select the unit (e.g., Pounds, Kilograms) from the dropdown.</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Loaded On</strong></td>
<td>Indicates where the cargo is physically loaded. Defaults to the trailer (if one exists) or the truck. Use the dropdown to change if necessary.</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Marks and Numbers</strong></td>
<td>Optional field to indicate any identifying marks or numbers on the packages themselves.</td>
</tr>
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<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Saving and Navigation</h2>
 
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<p>Once data entry is complete, use the following buttons to save your work:</p>
 
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<th style="width: 25%;">Button/Link</th>
<th>Function</th>
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<td><strong>Save</strong></td>
<td>Saves the commodity and directs you to the [[ACE_Commodity_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|Commodity Details Page]] (where you can add Hazmat info).</td>
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<td><strong>Save and Back to ACE eManifest</strong></td>
<td>Saves the commodity and returns you directly to the main [[ACE_Manifest_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE eManifest Details Page]].</td>
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<td><strong>Cancel</strong></td>
<td>Discards any unsaved changes and returns you to the [[ACE_Shipment_Details_Page_(ACE_Manifest)|ACE Shipment Details Page]].</td>
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[[Category:BorderConnect Software User Guide]]
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Revision as of 17:33, 5 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide

Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment Page

The interface for entering cargo descriptions, weights, and quantities for ACE shipments.

Type: Data Entry Country: United States (CBP)

Overview

Viewing the Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment page

The Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment Page is where users enter the specific cargo details for an ACE Shipment. Accurate commodity data is the core of any manifest declaration.

You can access this page by:

Tip: BorderConnect remembers your commodity descriptions. As you type a description, the system will suggest previously used entries, automatically filling in the Package Type and Weight Unit defaults you used last time.

Data Entry Fields

The following fields define the cargo being transported. Please refer to the legend at the bottom of the page to identify required fields.

Description of Goods

This is the most critical field for customs compliance.

  • Requirement: Must be a plain language description detailed enough to identify the cargo.
  • Limits: Up to 512 characters.
  • Compliance: Must adhere to CBP's list of acceptable cargo descriptions.
  • Warning: Vague descriptions (e.g., "Freight", "General Cargo") may result in border delays or penalties.

Weights and Quantities

Field Description
Quantity The number of packages (must be a whole number). Select the package type (e.g., Boxes, Barrels, Pallets) from the dropdown.
Weight The gross weight of the goods (must be a whole number). Select the unit (e.g., Pounds, Kilograms) from the dropdown.
Loaded On Indicates where the cargo is physically loaded. Defaults to the trailer (if one exists) or the truck. Use the dropdown to change if necessary.
Marks and Numbers Optional field to indicate any identifying marks or numbers on the packages themselves.

Saving and Navigation

Once data entry is complete, use the following buttons to save your work:

Button/Link Function
Save Saves the commodity and directs you to the Commodity Details Page (where you can add Hazmat info).
Save and Back to ACE eManifest Saves the commodity and returns you directly to the main ACE eManifest Details Page.
Cancel Discards any unsaved changes and returns you to the ACE Shipment Details Page.
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