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October 2018 — every question

All 63 usable questions from this sitting, each with CBP's official answer and citation. Reading is free — the timed mock is where the preparation happens.

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  1. Q1If an entry summary covers merchandise with more than one IT, where should the additional IT numbers and associated IT dates be placed?Practical ExerciseAnswer →
  2. Q2In which Block would you record the IRS EIN, SSS, or CBP assigned number of the individual or firm to whom refunds, bills, or notices of…Practical ExerciseAnswer →
  3. Q20When a licensed broker hires a new employee, the broker must submit the required employee information to the port…Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  4. Q21Which of the following timeframes is INCORRECT?Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  5. Q22The Enforce and Protect Act of 2015 (EAPA) provides for:Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  6. Q23Blaster Corporation imported 8 ball bearings with integral shafts from Germany, which are classified under subheading 8482.10.1080,…Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  7. Q24Westbay Clothing Company imported 1200 wire hangers from China, which are classified under subheading 7326.20.0020, Harmonized Tariff…Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  8. Q25Baxter Brown imported sodium nitrate from Germany, which is classified under 2834.10.10 Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, at…Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  9. Q26Intergraded Circuits imported 10 solar cells from Argentina, which are classified under 8501.31.800 Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the…Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  10. Q27The _____________, as well as the principal, remains liable on a terminated bond for obligations incurred prior to termination.BondsAnswer →
  11. Q28Whose bond is liable when merchandise is in the process of delivery directly from an importing carrier (boat, plane, train, or truck)…BondsAnswer →
  12. Q29A basic importation and entry bond must contain each agreement below, EXCEPT:BondsAnswer →
  13. Q30Which scenario regarding Customs Bond processing timeframes is NOT correct?BondsAnswer →
  14. Q31Petition for relief on seizure cases must be filed within:Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  15. Q32A petition for restoration of proceeds of sale under section 613, Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1613) must be filed within…Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  16. Q33What is the regulation that defines matters subject to protest?Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  17. Q34What is the monetary penalty per transaction when a broker fails to properly instruct employees, resulting in the filing of incorrect…Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  18. Q35All of the following are considered “material” for the purposes of applying for a license, and may result in liability for a 19 U.S.C. 1641…Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  19. Q36Which of the following is NOT one of the 4 originating criteria for NAFTA, as defined in Article 401 of the agreement?Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  20. Q37For textile goods classified in Chapters 50 through 63, the NAFTA de minimis provision allows for non-originating fibers or yarns that are…Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  21. Q38Merchandise processing fees are NOT collected from which one of these Free Trade Agreements?Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  22. Q39The Request for Basis of Adverse Marking Decision letter shall set forth the following information, EXCEPT:Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  23. Q40What is the CLASSIFICATION of Latex condoms with spermicide or lubricant? Condoms are individually wrapped in foil and packed in small…ClassificationAnswer →
  24. Q41What is the CLASSIFICATION of a 35 mm format film-style camera with a multi- viewfinder, which has the ability to capture and record both…ClassificationAnswer →
  25. Q42What is the CLASSIFICATION of an assembled, multilayer, wood flooring panel with a 2mm- thick face ply of oak wood and a substrate of…ClassificationAnswer →
  26. Q43What is the CLASSIFICATION of shrimp that are peeled, headless, of count size (headless weight) 33-45 per kilogram, “dusted” with wheat…ClassificationAnswer →
  27. Q44What is the CLASSIFICATION for a U.S. origin hanger, designed not for repetitive use, shipped to a foreign country and imported with…ClassificationAnswer →
  28. Q45A “leaky coaxial sensor cable” consists of a central conductor surrounded by an insulator, which is then surrounded by a secondary…ClassificationAnswer →
  29. Q46What is the CLASSIFICATION of an electrically-powered tabletop machine used to count and stack U.S. Dollar bills? The machine also…ClassificationAnswer →
  30. Q47What is the CLASSIFICATION of petroleum based lubricating (cutting) oil for use on aluminum tubes consisting of 84.8% mineral oil and 15.2%…ClassificationAnswer →
  31. Q48What is the CLASSIFICATION and duty rate for pigment green 7, CAS # 1328-53-6, made in Malaysia and retail packaged and exported out of…ClassificationAnswer →
  32. Q49What is the best CLASSIFICATION of a men’s woven solid color dress shirt composed of 45% cotton, 40% polyester and 15% spandex?ClassificationAnswer →
  33. Q50What is the CLASSIFICATION of a men’s knit two-button polo shirt composed of 100% cotton with 8 stitches per linear centimeter in each…ClassificationAnswer →
  34. Q51What is the CLASSIFICATION of a single dinnerware plate that is made of stoneware, measures 15.3 cm in diameter, is offered for sale in the…ClassificationAnswer →
  35. Q52A men’s lightweight upper body garment is cut and sewn from 45% cotton, 35% polyester, 20% linen, pique knitted fabric. The fabric measures…ClassificationAnswer →
  36. Q53Which of the following records may the broker dispose of prior to 5 years from date of entry?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  37. Q54When may a $10,000 recordkeeping penalty be assessed?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  38. Q55Under subheading 9802.00.80 HTSUS, the following operation may be performed to allow fabricated components, the product of the United…Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  39. Q56Which of the following entries and withdrawals may NOT be made for merchandise to be transported in bond?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  40. Q57What is the result of CBP’s failure to make a final determination with respect to the admissibility of detained merchandise within 30 days…Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  41. Q58Excessive deposits of Alcohol or Tobacco taxes cannot be refunded in cases where:Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  42. Q59Under which situation below would HTSUS General Notes 3(e)(v) apply?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  43. Q60Which of the following is the correct Manufacturer Identification Code for commercial importations of textile garments manufactured in the…Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  44. Q61A motor vehicle or item of motor vehicle equipment, manufactured on or after January 1, 1968, is not permitted entry into the Customs…Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  45. Q62Which of the following is NOT subject to the provisions of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  46. Q63When is offsetting of overpayments NOT allowed?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  47. Q64A U.S. importer purchased automobile tires from a manufacturer located in Seoul, South Korea. The importer paid $47,780 ex-factory. The…Valuation & AppraisementAnswer →
  48. Q65Mary’s Motor speedway in Buffalo, NY purchased 1 BMW car from Everything Foreign Auto dealers in London. The invoice that was prepared for…Valuation & AppraisementAnswer →
  49. Q66Which of the following statements concerning customs valuation is FALSE?Valuation & AppraisementAnswer →
  50. Q67Which of the following is NOT an acceptable basis of appraisement for imported merchandise?Valuation & AppraisementAnswer →
  51. Q68Which of the following documents is an acceptable proof of export for drawback purposes?DrawbackAnswer →
  52. Q69Drawback claimants are required to provide HTSUS numbers or schedule B commodity numbers on all drawback claims filed. The HTSUS numbers…DrawbackAnswer →
  53. Q70To obtain a general manufacturing drawback ruling, an applicant may submit a letter of notification of intent (“LOI”) to the drawback…DrawbackAnswer →
  54. Q71Which Drawback timeframe is correct?DrawbackAnswer →
  55. Q72How many days can CBP detain merchandise bearing a counterfeit version of a trademark prior to determination as whether or not it shall be…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  56. Q73What is the fee for recording a trademark with CBP for a United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) registration that includes four…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  57. Q74In regard to “prohibited or restricted importations” relative to “articles involved in unfair competition,” after the U.S. International…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  58. Q75A mail shipment consisting of one handbag valued at $900, bearing a spurious mark identical with, or substantially indistinguishable from,…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  59. Q76The operator of a Foreign Trade Zone shall record all shortages and overages as required on ________________________.Foreign Trade Zones & WarehousesAnswer →
  60. Q77With regards to a Foreign Trade Zone, the term ______________ refers to a person or firm using a zone or subzone for storage, handling, or…Foreign Trade Zones & WarehousesAnswer →
  61. Q78________________ allows for delivery of merchandise to a Foreign Trade Zone without prior application and approval on CBP form 214.Foreign Trade Zones & WarehousesAnswer →
  62. Q79The non-Reimbursement blanket statement allows up to _______Manufacturer Identification numbers.Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)Answer →
  63. Q80Which statement is TRUE regarding Post Summary Correction?Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)Answer →