How do I handle shipments sold on the water?
The ISF will need to be updated if the shipment is sold in transit. At a minimum, the ISF
importer must notify CBP that the goods have been sold, and the party must update the
Buyer (Owner) field and any other field that the party knows has changed as a result of
the sale. Deleting the original ISF and replacing it with a new ISF while the shipment is
on the water will expose the ISF importer to liquidated damages for a late filing. It is
best to update the original ISF with the new information. The ISF importer remains
liable for the timing and accuracy of the ISF filing.