The European Commission has issued new guidance to improve Entry Summary Declaration data quality for the Import Control System 2. The guidance stresses accurate, detailed shipment information and updates the stop words list, removing generic descriptions such as parts, various or general merchandise. With the NCTS Phase 6 derogation ending on 1 June 2026, operators must ensure compliance before submitting shipments to the EU.
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Key Takeaways
As of 1 June 2026, the NCTS Phase 6 derogation period ends, requiring accurate ENS data for all economic operators submitting through the Import Control System 2.
From 3 July 2026, the European Commission's new guidance on ENS data quality applies to all economic operators submitting ENS through the Import Control System 2.
The European Commission's updated stop words list now excludes generic goods descriptions such as parts, various or general merchandise, requiring precise product descriptions for all economic operators.
From 1 June 2026, the end of the NCTS Phase 6 derogation period means accurate ENS data is mandatory for customs risk analysis and compliance with EU safety and security requirements for all economic operators.
Primary source
Read the full article at SGS e-CustomsThis summary was published on VATfaqs.com on 4 July 2026. It relates to VAT developments in European Union. The original source is SGS e-Customs.
