Start New ACE Shipment Page (ACE Manifest)
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Start New ACE Shipment Page
Create individual cargo entries (PAPS, In-Bond) to attach to an ACE Manifest.
Overview
The Start New ACE Shipment Page is where you create individual shipments that will be attached to an ACE truck manifest. Each shipment represents a single Customs clearance transaction (such as a PAPS release) reported to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Shipments can be created directly from an existing ACE manifest (the most common and efficient workflow) or as standalone shipments from the main menu.
How to Access:
- From a Manifest: Click Save and Start New ACE Shipment on the Start New Manifest page, or click Create New Shipment from the Manifest Details page.
- From Menu: Navigate to ACE eManifests → Start New ACE Shipment.
When to Create a Shipment
You must create an ACE shipment for each distinct load moving on the truck. Every shipment on the truck must be reported on the ACE manifest before arrival.
| Situation | Example |
|---|---|
| Regular Load | Standard commercial freight (Use PAPS). |
| In-Bond Move | Cargo moving inland under CBP bond (Use In-Bond). |
| Special Clearance | Low value (Section 321), FTZ, or Personal Goods. |
Core Shipment Fields
The following fields are required to establish the shipment profile before adding commodities.
| Field | Description & Tips |
|---|---|
| Shipment Type | Selects the CBP clearance method. Defaults to PAPS. Change this if moving In-Bond or Section 321. |
| Shipment Control Number | The unique CBP identifier. Must begin with your SCAC followed by at least 4 characters. Example: ABCD123456 |
| Province of Loading | The Canadian province where the goods were physically picked up or accepted into transit. |
| Attached to Trip Number | Links the shipment to a specific manifest. This auto-fills if you started the shipment from a manifest page. |
| Shipper | The party sending the freight. Use "Quick Assign" to select from your saved address book. |
| Consignee | The party receiving the freight (usually the importer). Use "Quick Assign" to select from your saved address book. |
Action Buttons
Once the core fields are entered, use these buttons to proceed.
| Button | When to use it |
|---|---|
| Save | Stores the shipment and returns you to the Manifest Details page. |
| Save and Add Commodity | (Recommended) Saves the shipment and immediately opens the Commodity screen to add goods details. |
| Save and Add New Shipper | Saves the shipment and creates a new Shipper profile (if the shipper didn't exist in your list). |
| Cancel | Discards the entry and returns to the previous screen. |
Workflow & Tips
Recommended Workflow
1. Open the ACE Manifest you are working on. 2. Click Create New Shipment. 3. Enter the Shipment Control Number (SCAC + Number). 4. Assign the Shipper and Consignee. 5. Click Save and Add Commodity to finish the entry.
Common Tips
- Start from Manifest: Always try to start shipments from inside the manifest. This ensures they are automatically attached to the correct trip.
- Quick Assign: Use the search bars to find existing shippers/consignees rather than typing them out every time.
- Commodities: A shipment is not complete without commodities. Always follow up the "Save" by adding the cargo details immediately.