Beyond the Border Action Plan Single Window Initiative. Canada/United States Data Alignment

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1 Beyond the Border Action Plan Single Window Initiative Canada/United States Alignment January 2013

2 Beyond the Border Action Plan Single Window Initiative Canada/United States Alignment Deliverable BACKGROUND: The Beyond the Border Action Plan on Perimeter Security and Economic Competiveness sets out a range of initiatives to promote security and support trade and economic growth in North America. The Single Window Initiative (SWI) is one of the 32 initiatives announced under the plan, which will facilitate trade by aligning regulatory approaches to protect health, safety and the environment while supporting economic growth. Action Plan Commitments: The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the United States Customs Border Protection (US CBP) agreed to implement their respective single window programs to allow traders to electronically submit all information required to comply with customs and other government regulations. This information would then be assessed electronically by the relevant government departments and agencies, resulting in border-related decision which would be transmitted electronically. In doing this: Fully implement and, to the greatest extent possible, align their single-window programs for imports entering our respective territories. Convert the data requirements of all participating government departments and agencies (PGAs) to electronic form by December In carrying out this conversion, departments and agencies will review their existing regulatory requirements and identify for conversion, only that information essential for regulatory purposes. As an interim milestone for Canada, convert border-related decision processes, for at least the top four priority PGA(s) to electronic form by December The Top 4 PGA(s) are Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT), Health Canada (HC) and Transport Canada (TC). As both countries integrate other government partners into their Single Window systems, they intend to utilize a common design based on World Customs Organization (WCO) principles. Page 2 of 43

3 PURPOSE: While the focus of the Single Window Initiative is to create the electronic environments for the trade to report required data electronically, both Canada and the US are building separate Single Windows. It is understood that it is desirable to have a common language for trade, both nationally and when possible, internationally. Traders who import into both Canada and the US would benefit if the required data were harmonized between the two countries. harmonization is the first step in the evaluation of a national Single Window for each country. Since data is the heart of each country s Single Window, data alignment was considered a crucial first step and a major deliverable. harmonization under this initiative was undertaken to accomplish the following: Provide an understanding of the data required by the regulating agencies in the US and Canada. Establish common definitions of the data in each country through the use of the WCO data model. Provide data choices for those PGAs who have not completed their data requirements for imports. Provide the basis for subsequent harmonization of required data reporting by PGAs, on both sides of the Canada/US border, who have the same responsibilities. Provide insight into data requirement differences resulting from differing statutory and legislative mandates on imports. Provide mapping to the WCO data model as both CBSA and CBP have long supported the WCO data model as the international standard. METHODOLOGY A team was established comprised of members from CBSA, Single Window Initiative, Projects Division, and CBP, Import Safety and Interagency Requirements, International Trade System Branch. This team met in Washington, D.C in December, 2011 and February, 2012 and held numerous conference calls to finalize the Customs Border Protection and Canada Border Services Agency Comparison (see Appendix A). The data mapping was accomplished through the following processes: The CBP and CBSA PGA datasets were mapped to the WCO data model (version 3.2). Align to WCO data model elements. Identify the differences. Determine reasons for unmapped data. Review definitions to verify mapping. Note exceptions. Page 3 of 43

4 OUTCOME/RESULTS: The results suggest that there are a few data elements collected by one country but not the other. Of the 155 data elements supplied by the CBSA and CBP to represent the release/entry and PGA requirements, the team was able to harmonize 143 (92%). The differences are generally related to information required by each country for specific system related purposes (e.g., Canada requiring a Priority Indicator for perishable goods for system generated workload management) and information differences that arise in countryspecific regulations governing the regulated commodities; e.g., Surety Bond information for US Department of Transport not required by Transport Canada 8% of data did not match 92% of data similar for US/CAN The following table (Table 1) lists the unmatched data elements and the reason for the disparity. Page 4 of 43

5 Table 1 - elements that did not match statement, Surety, document amount Guarantee reference identifier physical state, Package dimensions - Length Package dimensions - Width Package Dimension - height Free Trade Zone, Limit Date statement, document issuing place, Transport Document Number, Transport Document Type, SE Bond Holder, DOT Surety Code, Surety Code DOT Bond Amount Surety Code Can Dimension #3 Can Dimensions #1 Can Dimensions #2 Foreign Trade Zone Number Immediate Transportation (IT) Date Release Certification Code LPCO Issuer - Government Geographic Code Qualifier Sub-House Bill Number Priority Indicator Differences Canadian specific data element for workload management purposes for Priority shipments (e.g., Perishable goods) US specific data element US specific data element US specific data element State Canadian specific data element US specific data element US specific data element US specific data element US specific data element US specific data element US specific data element US specific data element US specific data element Page 5 of 43

6 Other more subtle differences that have been noted are collection of similar information from different trade chain partners (US collects Ultimate Consignee from carrier while Canada collects End-User from ) and differences in Privacy legislation (Admissibility document information for driver/crew shared with US PGAs while Canada collecting these documents in the future under authority of Immigration Refugee Protection Act and cannot share with PGAs). However, as the information itself is being collected by both countries, these subtle differences have been noted but the data alignment is considered a match by both countries. (See Annex A for Details) CONCLUSION: The data mapping shows a high level of data similarity between the US and Canada. While we did expect some differences, they were fewer than anticipated. The data mapping team believes the product of this effort will be useful in stimulating future discussion between PGAs on both sides of the US/Canadian border. The concurrence of data required for imports by both Canada and the US should lend assurance to the trade community. Upon acceptance of this deliverable by the CBP/CBSA Senior Management Working Group, each country intends to use the attached information in discussions with PGAs on the development of Single Window. Results of the data alignment will also become part of the Canada/US Joint Trade Consultation strategy that each country is committed to undertaking. The results of this effort will also influence the direction of the WCO data model through the requested inclusion of additional data elements. We hope these additions will broaden the application of the WCO data model to other PGAs internationally. Finally, the mapping of the data elements required for imports will remain dynamic as it may be influenced by process changes on both side of the border. For example, the Simplified Entry is changing the set of data elements supplied by the importer for entry of goods into the US while relying on the carrier manifest report to supply other key pieces of information that is currently reported by both parties. The data mapping team is aware that there is another Beyond the Borders initiative (8b) that has undertaken a harmonization of cross border data for security purposes. An additional effort should be undertaken to ensure that harmonization decisions made by that team do not adversely impact the down stream data filings for entry. Attachment: Annex A - Customs Border Protection and Canada Border Services Agency Comparison Page 6 of 43

7 Comparison Declaration reference number Entry Number The number assigned to the entry. If the entry number contains less than nine positions, it is right justified. For additional information on valid entry number formats, refer to Appendix E of this publication. Transaction Number Originator assigned "unique" 14- digit number for clearance of goods destined to the same importer. Declaration name, Entry Type Service Option Identifier A code representing the entry type. Valid entry type codes are listed in Appendix B of this publication. A code supplied by the originator to identify how the transaction is to be processed by the CBSA. Message function, Message function, Processing Indicator A code representing the update action. Code indicating the function of the document 1 = Cancel 4 = Change 5 = Amend 9 = Original statement, Priority Indicator Indicates the type of processing priority for a particular transaction 1 = Extended Release Privileges (ERP) > Identifies a transaction which pertains to a special release program. (e.g. Aerospace, Human Blood/Organs, or time sensitive goods) 2 = Driver Waiting/RUSH > Used to expedite post-arrival releases. DW at highway border ports, or approved client rushes at in-land ports or airports. 3 = DW/RUSH/ERP > Used to identify a post-arrival Driver Waiting, or RUSH, which is also associated with an ERP. Page 7 of 43

8 Comparison Invoice Number Invoice Number Invoice Number The invoice number as issued by the supplier. The assigned invoice. Invoice number MUST be unique. Office of declaration, District/Port of Entry A code representing the district/port of entry. Generally, the district code is the same as the District Code (except in the case of authorized cross district processing) contained in the block control header record (Record Identifier B); however, the port code may be any valid port within the given district. Record the district/port code where the merchandise was entered under an entry or immediate delivery permit. Valid district/port codes can be queried through the Extract Reference File chapter of the publication Office of Entry CBSA office Number where the goods are to be released Date and time of arrival at first port of arrival in Customs territory Estimated Date of Arrival A numeric date in MMDDYY (month, day, year) format representing the estimated date of arrival. Be sure to keep the estimated date of arrival current in the Automated Commercial System (ACS). If the date needs to be changed, transmit a replace transaction and then a new certification transaction for the entry. Port Of Entry Estimated Date/Time of Arrival ETA at CBSA Office of Entry for Release Both Government Agency, Government Agency Code Three Character Code that identifies the PGA. Refer to Appendix Q for valid code Government Agency, Government Agency, Page 8 of 43

9 Comparison Parties Note 1: ** indicates that the US maps the Party information (text and ) to R005 Role Code within the WCO DM Note 2: US and Canada collect Party, information for systems related purposes (e.g. /Agent/Consignee/ Broker) and when available. Both countries have included textual Party and corresponding Party information in their maps to enable the /Broker to transmit if available (e.g., Consignor/Vendor/Manufacturer) Agent - name ** Customs Broker Agent/Broker Agent, representative, or a professional Customs clearing agent who deals directly with Customs on behalf of the importer or exporter. The name of the broker or agent or importer responsible for the CBSA clearance of the shipment at the Port of Clearance. Agent, SE - Entry Filer Code Agent/Coded A unique code assigned by CBP to all active entry document preparers. The Entry Filer Code occupies the first three positions of an entry number regardless of where the entry is filed. This code must be the same as the Entry Filer Code in the block control header record (Record Identifier B). The name and address of the broker or agent or importer responsible for the CBSA clearance of the shipment at the Port of Clearance. - name **, Party on whose behalf a Customs clearing agent or other authorized person makes an entry. and address of the entity that causes the goods to be imported and is liable for accounting for the goods and paying applicable duties and taxes,,, SE - of Record Number A code representing the importer of record. The and address of the entity that causes the goods to be imported and is liable for accounting for the goods and paying applicable duties and taxes, Page 9 of 43

10 Comparison Buyer - name ** SE - Entity Purchaser/Buyer Party to which merchandise or services are sold Party to whom the goods are sold by the vendor. Must be transmitted, if different from /Consignee. Buyer, Coded ** SE - Entity Purchaser/Buyer Party to which merchandise or services are sold Party to whom the goods are sold by the vendor,. Transmit, if different from /Consignee. Identification Code A code identifying the carrier. This code is required for air and sea shipments only at the current time. This code may be required in the future for other modes of transportation. If the mode of transportation code is 10 or 11 (vessel shipments), enter the appropriate 4- position Standard Alpha Code (SCAC) as issued by the National Motor Traffic Association Inc. This code is usually located on the bill of lading. If it is not, the carrier should be able to provide it. If the mode of transportation code is 40 (air shipments), enter the appropriate 2- position carrier abbreviation, left justified. For a description of the mode of transportation codes, refer to Appendix B of this publication. Air carrier codes may be obtained by querying the Extract Reference File. For additional information, refer to the Extract Reference File chapter of this publication. For entry type 06 (Foreign Trade Zone), do not input a code. Identification CBSA issued 4-digit carrier code. (Currently derived from 1st 4 digits of Cargo Control Number) Page 10 of 43

11 Comparison Consignee - name ** SE - Entity Consignee Party on whose account the merchandise is shipped The name and address of the ultimate party to which the goods are being "shipped to" as shown on the BOL/shipping document. Must be transmitted if different than Purchaser/Buyer Both Both Consignee, SE - Entity Code Consignee, Party on whose account the merchandise is shipped Both The ultimate party to which the goods are being "shipped to" as shown on the BOL/shipping document,. Must be transmitted if different than Purchaser/Buyer Both Consignor - name ** Consignor Consignor Party which, by contract with a carrier, consigns or sends goods with the carrier, or has them conveyed. and address of the party shipping the goods as stipulated on the BOL/shipping document. Deliver to party ** SE - Entity Deliver to party The name of the entity identified by the Entity Code The name and address to which goods are physically delivered, if different than the consignee. Deliver to party, SE- Entity Code Code identifying the type of commercial entity being reported. Deliver to party, The name and address to which goods are physically delivered, if different than the consignee,. Page 11 of 43

12 Comparison Exporter - name ** Exporter Exporter Party who makes, or on whose behalf the export declaration is made, and who is the owner of the goods [and address] of party who makes - or on whose behalf - the export declaration - is made - and who is the owner of the goods or has similar right of disposal over them at the time when the declaration is accepted. Exporter, ** Exporter Exporter, Party who makes, or on whose behalf the export declaration is made, and who is the owner of the goods To identify the party who makes - or on whose behalf - the export declaration - is made - and who is the owner of the goods or has similar right of disposal over them at the time when the declaration is accepted,. Manufacturer ** Manufacturer of goods, SE - Entity Party who manufactures the goods. Manufacturer Complete name (including company name if applicable) and address (street, city, location) of entity that manufactures, fabricates, labels, produces and/or packages products. Manufacturer, SE- Entity Code A code representing the invoicing party. Refer to CBP Directive , dated November 24, 1986, for the formula to derive the code. Manufacturer, To identify the entity that manufactures, fabricates, labels, produces and/or packages products. Grower NAD ** Crop Grower Grower The party who grows crops The name and address of the person or organization that grows commercial crops Page 12 of 43

13 Comparison Grower, ** Crop Grower Grower, The party who grows crops, To identify the name and address of the person or organization that grows commercial crops, Notify party ** Notify Party, CAMIR - Notify Party The person or organization to be notified concerning the transaction. Notify party The party to be notified Both Both Notify party, ** Notify Party, CAMIR - Notify Party The person or organization to be notified concerning the transaction,. Both Notify party The party to be notified Both Seller - name SE - Entity Seller/Vendor The name of the entity identified by the Entity Code Party selling the goods to the purchaser or the person consigning the goods to Canada. Must be transmitted in all cases. Seller, SE- Entity Code Seller/Vendor, Code identifying the type of commercial entity being reported Party selling the goods to the purchaser or the person consigning the goods to Canada, Ultimate consignee Line Item Ultimate Consignee A code identifying the line item ultimate consignee. If the ultimate consignee is reported in Record Identifier H2, there is no line item ultimate consignee. End-User The party who is actually importing/using the product in Canada (e.g., a physician in a specific hospital). Provide if different than Delivery Party Note: Canada does not collect Ultimate Consignee information from the carrier as this is considered a separate movement as per regulations. However for PGA purposes, End-User will be required from the. Page 13 of 43

14 Comparison Ultimate consignee, Ultimate Consignee Number A code identifying the ultimate consignee. If there are multiple ultimate consignee numbers to be reported leave this field blank and report them in the H5 record. If a 1 is reported in the consignee name and address field, leave blank. End-User The party who is actually importing/using the product in Canada (e.g., a physician in a specific hospital). Provide if different than Delivery Party Note: Canada does not collect Ultimate Consignee information from the carrier as this is considered a separate movement as per regulations. However for PGA purposes, End-User will be required from the. Representative person name Individual of the Individual. If the name will not fit, complete PG 24 and fill out the remarks code (Individual name) and then enter the name in the remarks text field. *See Note Note: Canada collects representative/contact information in Contact fields as part of Party and Address information, therefore this is considered a match with the US LPCO Authorized Party ** LPCO Authorized Party LPCO Authorized Party Party authorized by the LCPO The and Address of the Party to whom the LPCO is issued LPCO Authorized Party, ** LPCO Authorized Party LPCO Authorized Party, Party authorized by the LCPO The and Address of the Party to whom the LPCO is issued, issued Surety, SE Bond Holder, DOT Surety Code, Surety Code 1. The three-digit surety code assigned to the surety company that underwrites the DOT conformance bond. 2. The surety code related to the bond. This code is required for single entry bonds Page 14 of 43

15 Comparison? document amount DOT Bond Amount The value of the DOT bond in whole US dollars. Guarantee reference identifier Surety Code The surety code related to the bond. This code is required for single entry bonds Locations Place of Acceptance e-manifest place of receipt e-manifest place of receipt Goods Receipt Place of the place (City, State/Province/Country) in which the goods are first taken over by the carrier, Place of loading, e-manifest foreign port (Code schedule K) Foreign Port of Loading e-manifest foreign port (Code schedule K) of the freight terminal, rail station or other place at which the goods (cargo) are loaded onto the means of transportation being used for their carriage to Canada Location of goods, Location of Goods Location of goods, A Facilities Information and Resources Management System (FIRMS) code. This code is a 4-position serial number. For additional information on FIRMS codes, refer to the Extract Reference File chapter of this publication. The sub-location/warehouse code where the shipment is warehoused. Page 15 of 43

16 Comparison Place of physical examination Inspection or Arrival Location Code or free form text indicating site of inspection. Place of physical examination Identification of a place where goods are to be examined if this place is different from the location identified as part of the CBSA Location of Goods field or in the Facilities/Registered Facilities fields Place of physical examination, Inspection or Arrival Location Code Place of physical examination, For example, FIRMS or Facility Codes, DUNS, etc. See Appendix T in this publication for valid code. Identification of a place where goods are to be examined if this place is different from the location identified as part of the CBSA Location of Goods field or in the Facilities/Registered Facilities fields Registered facility name Entity Registered facility name of the Entity involved in this transaction if no DUNS, FIRMS or Facility identifications are supplied. Registered Facility where the commodity been further processed, captured or cultured prior to arriving in Canada or will be processed, captured or cultured upon importation into Canada. Registered facility name, Entity Number Identifier for the Entity. Registered facility name, Registered Facility where the commodity been further processed, captured or cultured prior to arriving in Canada or will be processed, captured or cultured upon importation into Canada. Page 16 of 43

17 Comparison country, Country Code This data element is mandatory for the Lacey Act. A two-letter code that identifies where the harvest, growth, production, processing sale, or catch took place or raw material came from. Valid codes are in Appendix B of this document (IG PGA Message Set) country, Identifies the country where the harvest, growth, production, processing sale, or catch took place or raw material came from. geographic region Geographic Location geographic region The state, province, or geographical location (example, North Atlantic Sea) where the harvest, growth, production, sale, or catch took place, or the source. For ocean geographic location, use codes in Note 2. For State or Province location, enter the appropriate code from appendix B. Otherwise, enter the location Region (State/Province/Geographical location) where the goods have been harvested, grown, produced, processed, caught or raw material came from. Country of origin, Country of Origin Country of Origin/State The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) country code representing the country of origin. Valid ISO codes are listed in Appendix B of this publication. To identify the country in which the goods have been grown, produced or manufactured. If country of origin is U.S., provide US State Code. Detail Description of goods Hazardous Material Description Free form text describing the hazardous material. Description of Goods Plain language description of the nature of a goods sufficient to identify it for HS Code purposes Page 17 of 43

18 Comparison Commercial description Commercial Description Commercial description A clear description of the commercial invoice line item in English. Broad, generalized language is unacceptable, as are tariff descriptions. Commercial description is not the same as the Harmonized Tariff description. Provide the description according to other agency instructions. A clear description of the commercial invoice line item in English. Broad, generalized language is unacceptable, as are tariff descriptions. Commercial description is not the same as the Harmonized Tariff description. Provide the description according to PGA instructions name 1. Common (Specific) 2. Common (General) 3. Trade /Brand 1. Common (Specific) 2. Common (General) 3. Trade /Brand 1. The specific portion of the common name of the merchandise being imported if the scientific name is unknown 2. The general portion of the common name of the merchandise being imported if the scientific name is unknown 3. The make of the product by manufacturer or distributor from the label or invoice 1. The specific portion of the common name of the merchandise being imported if the scientific name is unknown 2. The general portion of the common name of the merchandise being imported if the scientific name is unknown 3. The make of the product by manufacturer or distributor from the label or invoice name qualifier Model name qualifier Code or name of the product A name or a term that identifies the goods that are assigned by a seller as distinct from those of other sellers, also known in legal terms as trademark. A brand helps to identify one item, a family of items, or all items of that seller Brand Common/Commercial Make/Model of Vehicle Common Chemical Pathogen Scientific Biological Dangerous Goods Shipping Page 18 of 43

19 Comparison category Category Code Category Code that further describes the reported commodity. See Appendix T (Category Code Specific category of commodity necessary to distinguish it from another commodity Classification of Device (MD) Type of Tires (VIT) Vehicle Class (VIT) Crop Kind (PNvT) category qualifier 1. Scientific Species Code 2. Category Type code 3. FWS Description Code 1. This includes Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Wildlife Category codes 2. Code to describe the reported commodity category -- See Appendix T (Category Type Code) 3. FWS Description Codes assigned by FWS. See Appendix T (FWS Description Codes) category qualifier Qualifier to indicate specific category of commodity necessary to distinguish it from another commodity identifier Globally Unique Product Identification Code The number used to uniquely identify the commercial product or commodity in the global supply chain, e.g., the GTIN or UPC Code number. identifier Unique identity number used to uniquely identify the commodity in the global supply chain, e.g., the GTIN, UPC Code, DIN, TSN. identifier type Globally Unique Product Identification Code Qualifier Code indicating the type of globally unique number used to identify the commercial product or commodity, e.g., Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) or Universal Product Code (UPC). identifier type Code indicating the type of unique number used to uniquely identify the commodity in the global supply chain. Identity number Item Identity Number Number that is used for the commodity, for example, VIN number, serial number, tag number, engine number. Identity Unique identifier of the commodity as affixed by the Manufacturer/Producer; e.g., SN, VIN, Tag Number, Engine Number Page 19 of 43

20 Comparison identity number qualifier Item Identity Number Qualifier The qualifier identifies the type of number that is used for the commodity, for example, VIN number, serial number, tag number, engine number. identity number qualifier Code to indicate the type of unique identifier as affixed by the Manufacturer/Producer. value 1. PGA Line Value 2. PGA Unit Value 1. The value associated with the PGA line number in whole dollars 2. The value of the lowest unit of measure reported in PG26. Two decimal places are implied value Value of commodity as determined by the Invoice Customs value Line Item Value Total Entry Value The line item value in whole dollars. The total entered value of the entry in whole dollars Value for Duty Provide the total value of all goods on the shipment in Canadian funds. lot number Lot Number lot number The lot number that the manufacturer/producer/grower assigned to the product. The lot number that the manufacturer/producer/grower assigned to the product. (Month and year of manufacture) Manufacture Month and Year The month and year the product (or component) was manufactured. The format is MMCCYY (month, century, year). For entering the century and year only, use positions Positions should be zero filled. Manufacture Month/Year Manufacturing Month/Year of the commodity. To be provided only if not included in Lot Number/Identity or Identifier Information. Page 20 of 43

21 Comparison Assigning Party, Lot Number Qualifier Code of the entity that assigned the Lot number. 1 = Manufacturer 2 = Seller 3 = Grower 4 = Producer Lot Number qualifier Code of the entity that assigned the Lot number. 1 = Manufacturer 2 = Seller 3 = Grower 4 = Producer classification 1. UN Dangerous Codes 2. Hazardous Class Code 3. EPA Hazardous Waste Code 4. Product Code Number 5. Tariff Number ** UNDG also transmitted via manifest 1. The code used to identify dangerous material 2. Hazardous material class code specifying the kind of hazard for a material 3. The code EPA has assigned to hazardous waste 4. Identifier number of the commercial product 5. The appropriate duty/statistical reporting number under which the article is classified in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated (HTS). Both classification Classification of commodity as required by PGA, g., CBSA HTS, DOT UNDG Both classification type Product Code Qualifier A code indicating the type of product number used to identify the product. classification type A qualifier to describe the commodity classification, e.g. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), Export Control Classification Code (ECCC), UNDG Code list, International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN) classification name code 1. Scientific Genus 2. Scientific Species 3. Scientific Sub Species 1. Scientific Genus of the merchandise being entered 2. Scientific Species of the merchandise being entered 3. Scientific Sub Species of the merchandise being entered classification name code Provide Scientific if commodity regulated by the following: CFIA: Aquatic Animal Health Program DFO: Aquatic Biotechnology Program, New substances Verification Program Page 21 of 43

22 Characteristic Text CBP/CBSA Comparison Characteristic Description Free form description of the commodity, either to supplement the above data elements or in place of the above characteristic text Description of, such as goods grading, colour, gender, age, quality, etc., that distinguishes it from similar commodity characteristic code Qualifier Code A code indicating the type of essential or distinctive attribute or quality of a commodity See Appendix T ( Qualifier Code) characteristic code Code to indicate characteristic for the commodity; e.g., Blue, Grade A, Male, etc. characteristic qualifier Characteristic Qualifier characteristic qualifier This code specifies the type of characteristic for the product, for example, qualifier can be for color, gender, age, crop year, etc. See Appendix T ( Characteristic Qualifier) Qualifier to indicate type of characteristic for the commodity; e.g., colour, gender, age, etc. Intended use, Intended Use Code Intended use, The code indicating the intended use base code of the product optionally followed by the intended use subcode. Refer to Appendix R for valid codes A code to identify how a product will be used within Canada: i.e. consumption, animal feed or processing. Intended use, text Intended Use Description Intended use, text If For Other Use ( ) code is used, then a free text description of the intended use is mandatory. Identification of how a product will be used within Canada: i.e. consumption, animal feed or processing. Page 22 of 43

23 Comparison physical state, State Code to indicate Physical state of commodity, e.g., live, dead, fresh, frozen, liquid, gas Statement, Live Venomous Wildlife Code Live Venomous Wildlife Code Code of "Y" (Yes) indicating the shipment of live wildlife contains venomous species. No other code is accepted. Code of Y Indicates that the shipment contains live venomous species. Constituent element or component name of the Constituent Constituent element or component name The specific name of the ingredient. Article/Component of an article Breakdown of specified material within the commodity, e.g. asbestos, milk solids Percentage of constituent element or component Percent of Constituent The percent of the ingredient in the product. Examples: percent of plant material, percent of asbestos, percent of milk fat, percent of the recycled material. Three decimal places are implied. Percentage of constituent element or component Percentage of constituent element or component Constituent element or component quantity Quantity of Constituent The specific quantity of the identified element contained in the product. For example, quantity of plant material. Two decimals places are implied. Constituent element or component quantity Constituent element or component quantity Page 23 of 43

24 Comparison Constituent element or component active ingredient indicator Constituent Active Ingredient Qualifier Active ingredient = Y if yes, blank if no. Constituent element or component active ingredient indicator Constituent element or component active ingredient indicator process type description process type description Processing Description - Text describing the processing methods. Mandatory if Processing Type Code Other is used Process A description of the method used by the manufacturer or producer regarding the method or other process applied to the commodity. process type description, process type identification Processing Type Code - The code identifying the method of processing used to make the product. This includes fishing/method to catch fish. See Appendix T (Processing Type Code) Process, A description of the method used by the manufacturer or producer regarding the method or other process applied to the commodity,. process duration Processing Start Date / Processing End Date The date when the processing for the product started. The format is MMDDCCYY / The date when the processing for the product ended. The format is MMDDCCYY. process date/time The date/time that the commodity process, method or procedure took place Production Date Code (FSP) Main assembly Year/ Month Statement, Item Type Identifies whether the information provided is for a product or a component. P = Product C = Component Process Item Type Identifies whether or not the process was completed on the product or a component(s) of the Product Page 24 of 43

25 Comparison temperature category Temperature Qualifier Temperature Category temperature category Provide Code to indicate Temperature Category A= Ambient, F=Frozen R=Refrigerated/Chilled, D=Dry Ice H=Fresh, U=Uncontrolled P=Flashpoint A= Ambient, F=Frozen R=Refrigerated/Chilled, D=Dry Ice H=Fresh, U=Uncontrolled P=Flashpoint Actual temperature Actual Temperature Actual temperature Reported temperature. Two decimals places are implied. Provide actual temperature statement, Location of Temperature Recording Temperature Recording Location Identifies recorded temperature is for A = product B = container C = conveyance Identifies recorded temperature is for A = product B = container C = conveyance Criteria conformance text Affirmation of Compliance Description Text describing the information required by the PGA. See Appendix T (Food & Drug Affirmation of Compliance Qualifier Codes) of this publication for valid codes. Criteria Conformance, Text The actual text that's provided on the Compliance or Information label affixed to the commodity Page 25 of 43

26 Comparison Criteria conformance code 1. Conformance Declaration 2. Affirmation of Compliance Code Criteria Conformance Code 1. This number corresponds to the box number from the PGA form. (Example, if DOT HS-7 box 2B is checked, enter 2B ). If no box numbers exist, use the Conformance Criteria/Affirmation of Compliance Description field in the PG24 2. A code used to affirm compliance with FDA requirements. If the merchandise is subject to BTA, use this field to report the appropriate affirmation of compliance information, not reported elsewhere. See Appendix T (Food & Drug Affirmation of Compliance Codes) of this publication for valid codes. Code to describe the specific conformity with statutory and regulatory requirements. Code? = Compliance Label affixed Code? = Compliance Letter Provided Code? = Label Registration Code? = Product Label affixed to the product which will be sold in Canada statement, Inspection/Laboratory Testing Status Enter one of the following codes: R = Request for inspection S = Inspection previously scheduled P = Inspection previously performed If requesting an inspection, PG21 Point of Contact information is required Request for Inspection Pre-arrival request for mandatory Inspection (e.g. CFIA Veterinary inspections) Enter one of the following codes: R = Request for inspection S= Inspection previously scheduled P = Inspection previously performed Requested government service date and time Requested or Scheduled Date/Time of Inspection; Date/Time of previous inspection Date (MMDDCCYY) format. Military time (hour, minute) format (Example: 1015: this represents 10:15 am.) Requested Inspection Date/Time Date/Time for requested mandatory Inspection format CCYYMMDD:0000 (Harvesting Vessel Characteristic type, ) Harvesting Vessel Characteristic Type Code A code indicating the type of conveyance characteristics for the vessel harvesting the commodity, e.g. overall length, name, flag. Harvesting Vessel Characteristic Type Code A code indicating the type of conveyance characteristics for the vessel harvesting the commodity, e.g. overall length, name, flag. Page 26 of 43

27 (Harvesting Vessel Characteristic) CBP/CBSA Comparison Harvesting Vessel Characteristic The term or numeral commonly used when referring to the distinguishing feature or property of the vessel used for harvesting the commodity. Harvesting Vessel Characteristic The term or numeral commonly used when referring to the distinguishing feature or property of the vessel used for harvesting the commodity. Quantity/Size *The US and Canada are both following UN/ECE Recommendation #20 in mapping Units of Measure for both Size and Quantity fields and agree that their respective datasets match in this area. count Cartons Containing Wildlife Indicate the quantity of cartons in the entire shipment containing wildlife. Count The Qty of regulated Items in the shipment Gross weight item level Gross Quantity (Individual Unit) -- for UOMs of weights Pertaining to the Individual unit, including any packaging, but excluding weight of the carrier's equipment. Two decimals are implied. " Gross Quantity (Individual unit) is required when "Unit of Measure (Individual unit - gross)" is reported in positions of this record. Item Level Gross Weight Gross weight of the item, including packaging Count Gross Quantity (Individual Unit) -- for UOMs of counts Pertaining to the Individual unit, including any packaging, but excluding weight of the carrier's equipment. Two decimals are implied. " Gross Quantity (Individual unit) is required when "Unit of Measure (Individual unit - gross)" is reported in positions of this record. Item Level Gross Weight Gross weight of the item, including packaging Page 27 of 43

28 Comparison Net Net Weight Net Quantity (Individual Unit) -- for UOMs of weights Item Level Net Weight Pertaining to the Individual unit, excluding all packing and packaging. Two decimals are implied. " Net Quantity (Individual unit) is required when "Unit of Measure (Individual unit - net)" is reported in positions of this record. Net weight of the item, excluding all packaging Count Net Quantity (Individual Unit) -- for UOMs of counts Pertaining to the Individual unit, excluding all packing and packaging. Two decimals are implied. " Net Quantity (Individual unit) is required when "Unit of Measure (Individual unit - net)" is reported in positions of this record. Item Level Net Weight Net weight of the item, excluding all packaging Packaging Information Package Hierarchy Package Hierarchy A description of the level of packaging, e.g. inner, intermediate, outer, shipment level Package Hierarchy A description of the level of packaging, e.g. inner, intermediate, outer, shipment level Package Level Indicator Packaging Qualifier This code identifies the level of packaging for the product. Outermost (largest) packages to the innermost (smallest) packages. There can be up to 6 levels of packaging. If reporting only one level, show the total quantity for the item Package Level Qualifier Identifies the level of packaging for the product. Outermost (largest) packages to the innermost (smallest) packages. There can be up to 6 levels of packaging. If reporting only one level, show the total quantity for the item Number of packages Quantity Total Nbr of Packages/Shipment Level The total quantity for the packaging level. Provide Total number of Packages at the shipment/consignment level Page 28 of 43

29 Comparison Total number of packages Quantity Enter the quantity associated with the lowest level of the bill number being reported. It is the smallest exterior packaging unit. Number of Packages/Package Level Provide total number of packages at the package level Package filler description Package Filler Package Filler Type of filler used within the package, such as hay, paper, and plastic. Description of type of package fillers, such as paper, plastic, hay Packing material description, text Package Material The type of material used to package the product, such as wooden crates, metal boxes, glass bottle. Packing material description, text The type of material used to package the product, such as wooden crates, metal boxes, glass bottle. dangerous goods packing group code Packaging Group Code Hazardous Group 1 = great danger 2 = medium danger 3 = minor danger Dangerous Goods Packing Group The level of hazard inherent to dangerous goods. Packing Group 1 = Most dangerous Packing Group II - Moderate danger Packing Group III = Lease dangerous. Class 2, Gases, Blass 6.2 Infectious Substances and Class 7 Radioactive Materials are not assigned any Packing Group. Infectious substances are assigned a risk group Packing method description Packaging Method The method used in packing the product e.g. shrink-wrapped. Valid methods are listed in Appendix B under Shipping/Packaging unit codes. Packing method description The method used in packing the product e.g. shrink-wrapped. Valid methods are listed in Appendix B under Shipping/Packaging unit codes. Page 29 of 43

30 Comparison Package dimensions - Length Can Dimension #3 The third dimension. If the container is rectangle, the dimension is in width, height, and length order. The first two spaces are inches. The second two positions are in 16th s. Package dimensions - Width Can Dimensions #1 The first dimension of the can. If the container is rectangle, the dimension is in width, height, and length order. If the can is cylindrical, the dimensions are in diameter and height order. Can dimension information is restricted to use with acidified and low acid canned foods. The first two spaces are inches. The second two positions are in 16th s. Package Dimension - height Can Dimensions #2 The second dimension of the container. If the container is rectangle, the dimension is in width, height, and length order. If the can is cylindrical, the dimensions are in diameter and height order. The first two spaces are inches. The second two positions are in 16th s. Package Tracking Number Package Tracking Number Tracking numbers used by FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc. Package Tracking Number Tracking Number of Courier Package (provide if different than provided on CCN) ****For Future Use Both Express Courier, Package Tracking Number Code Code indicating the tracking number used. UPS = UPS FEX = FedEx DHL= DHL ITN = International Tracking Number Express Courier, Tracking Number of Courier Package (provide if different than provided on CCN)***For Future Use Both Page 30 of 43

31 CBP/CBSA Comparison Shipping Marks Package Identifier Shipping Marks The specific identifier on the packaging such as dates or codes. This does not include lot number, which is specified elsewhere. Marks and numbers used to identify a shipment or parts of a shipment. Journey Status, Routing Routing Type Code A code indicating the routing location in relation to its position in the complete journey of the goods, e.g. start of journey, intermediate destination, final destination, loading on importing conveyance. Note: Canada currently collects port/landing specific itinerary in cargo/conveyance that includes this information Itinerary Routing The itinerary, including Start of the 's journey, en route to its final destination. This field must contain at least 1 foreign and one Canadian port and should be listed in chronological order. Transmit a valid IATA/ICAO, UNLOC and all port/pier information between. Maritime Area of Routing, Geographic Area Code A code representing the geographic area through which goods are routed between the country of original departure and the country of final destination. Geographic Area Code is required if Geographic Area is not reported. Note: Canada currently collects port/landing specific itinerary in cargo/conveyance that includes this information Itinerary Routing The itinerary, including all stops made by the cargo/conveyance en route to its final destination. This field must contain at least 1 foreign and one Canadian port and should be listed in chronological order. Transmit a valid IATA/ICAO, UNLOC and all port/pier information between. Maritime Area of Routing Geographic Area The name of the geographic area through which goods are routed between the country of original departure and the country of final destination. Geographic Area is required if Geographic Area Code is not reported Note: Canada currently collects port/landing specific itinerary in cargo/conveyance that includes this information Itinerary Routing The itinerary, including all stops made by the cargo/conveyance en route to its final destination. This field must contain at least 1 foreign and one Canadian port and should be listed in chronological order. Transmit a valid IATA/ICAO, UNLOC and all port/pier information between. Page 31 of 43

32 Comparison Country of Routing, Routing Country Code The ISO country code for the country through which goods are routed between the country of original departure and the country of final destination. Valid codes are in Appendix B. Itinerary Routing The itinerary, including all stops made by the cargo/conveyance en route to its final destination. This field must contain at least 1 foreign and one Canadian port and should be listed in chronological order. Transmit a valid IATA/ICAO, UNLOC and all port/pier information between. Note: Canada currently collects port/landing specific itinerary in cargo/conveyance that includes this information Region(s) of Routing, Political Subunit of Routing Number A number representing the political subunit, e.g. state, province, or region through which goods are routed between the country of original departure and the country of final destination. Required when Political Subunit of Routing Qualifier is reported. Itinerary Routing The itinerary, including all stops made by the cargo/conveyance en route to its final destination. This field must contain at least 1 foreign and one Canadian port and should be listed in chronological order. Transmit a valid IATA/ICAO, UNLOC and all port/pier information between. Note: Canada currently collects port/landing specific itinerary in cargo/conveyance that includes this information Region(s) of routing Political Subunit of Routing The name of the political subunit, e.g. state or province, through which goods are routed between the country of original departure and the country of final destination (e.g. Tuscany). Itinerary Routing The itinerary, including all stops made by the cargo/conveyance en route to its final destination. This field must contain at least 1 foreign and one Canadian port and should be listed in chronological order. Transmit a valid IATA/ICAO, UNLOC and all port/pier information between. Note: Canada currently collects port/landing specific itinerary in cargo/conveyance that includes this information Page 32 of 43

33 Comparison Permit Info document quantity LPCO Quantity Identifies the quantity from the LPCO. Four decimal places are implied. LPCO Quantity Provide the LPCO quantity if different than shipment commodity LPCO exemption code Exemption Code Indicates why product is exempt from LPCO. LPCO exemption code Type of exemption from a license, permit, or other document or indication that no LPCO is required. LPCO expiration (expiry) date LPCO Date Identifies the date of the LPCO (mmddccyy) Expiry Date of LPCO LPCO Expiry Date LPCO effective date LPCO Date Identifies the date of the LPCO (mmddccyy) LPCO Effective Date Effective Date of LPCO document issuer Issuer of LPCO Identifies the entity that issued the LPCO LCPO Issuer Provide if different than /Broker document issuing place Regional Description of Location of Agency Issuing the LPCO Regional description within country of the agency. Regional Description of Location of Agency Issuing the LPCO Regional description within country of the agency. Page 33 of 43