·    Alert: European Commission Updates ICS2 Stop-Words - Action Required for Accurate ENS Submissions

The European Commission has updated its list of “Stop Words”, the use of which in Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) may trigger automatic rejections under ICS2 due to insufficient data quality. This update is the result of the ongoing implementation of the Import Control System 2 (ICS2) and shows the growing importance of providing accurate cargo data to avoid filing rejections, operational delays, and potential compliance risks. Members are encouraged to review existing guidance on data quality, ensure alignment with current ICS2 messaging specifications ahead of the decommissioning of ICS2 v2 on 3 February, and proactively communicate data requirements to their clients.

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Check the full EU Guidance on acceptable and non-acceptable terms for the description of goods here.