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Cargo Control Number

A cargo control number (CCN) is a bar code assigned by the carrier or freight forwarder.

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Uniquely identifies the transport document to the CBSA. It functions to organize shipments for the CBSA while also identifying the carrier transporting products. Cargo control numbers are mandatory for each shipment that is crossing the border to Canada by truck. CBSA scans the CCN barcode at the point of entry into Canada.

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Do I Need a Cargo Control Number?

The cargo control number is critical because it identifies both the carrier and shipment to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) at the time of reporting and when release documents are present. You will need to get a CCN from a customs broker to ship from the United States into Canada.

Identifying the Cargo Control Number

The CCN numbers design is in bar-code format. For example, the letter-based carrier code and the digit-based shipment number create the CCN. The carrier code comes along with a unique shipment number which the carrier chooses to create a cargo control number.

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Q. How is a Cargo Control Number used in shipping?

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The Cargo Control Number tracks the movement of cargo from the point of origin to the final destination. It is typically included on shipping documents such as bills of lading, manifests, and customs declarations and may be scanned or entered into tracking systems at various points along the supply chain to monitor the status and location of the shipment.

 

Q. Who assigns the Cargo Control Number?

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The Cargo Control Number is typically assigned by the carrier or freight forwarder responsible for transporting the goods. It may be generated automatically by the carrier’s logistics system or assigned manually by an agent during the booking process.

Q. Why is the Cargo Control Number important?

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The Cargo Control Number plays a crucial role in ensuring cargo’s efficient and accurate movement through the supply chain. It helps to streamline communication between shippers, carriers, and customs authorities, facilitates cargo tracking and tracing, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements for documentation and reporting.

Q. Can a Cargo Control Number be used internationally?

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Cargo Control Numbers can be used for domestic and international shipments. They provide a standardized method for identifying and tracking cargo regardless of the origin or destination, helping to facilitate smooth and efficient logistics operations across borders.

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