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October 2020 (AM) — every question

All 72 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. Q1Of the following, which is required to have a license to transact customs business?Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  2. Q2What Employee Information is the broker NOT required to submit to each port at which they intend to transact customs business, in writing,…Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  3. Q3In which scenario would the XYZ Brokers Corporation be in violation of 19 CFR 111.24?Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  4. Q4What regulatory citation identifies when a broker is required to obtain a waiver from an importer?Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  5. Q5If a broker knows that a client has not complied with the law or has made an error, or omission from, any document, affidavit, or other…Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  6. Q6When a broker is employed for the transaction of customs business by an unlicensed person, who is not the actual importer, the broker must…Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  7. Q8The grounds listed below, sufficient to justify a denial of an application for a license, are all CORRECT EXCEPT:Broker ComplianceAnswer →
  8. Q9Documents that need to be submitted along with the first formal entry or the first request for services include: Notification of Importer’s…Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  9. Q10What regulation defines the, “Date of Importation”?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  10. Q11Entry type code ______ is the correct entry type code for a Transportation and Exportation (T&E) entry.Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  11. Q12A________ must be presented to CBP timely to request an extension to for a Temporary Importation under Bond (TIB) entry.Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  12. Q13When generating a bill, the interest is calculated from what date?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  13. Q14How much is the Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) for commercial vessels moving commercial cargo within a port (intraport movement)?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  14. Q16Which of the following is NOT an exception to the requirement that estimated duties shall either be deposited with CBP at the time of the…Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  15. Q17Identify the INCORRECT statement regarding informal entries.Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  16. Q18Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for an extension or suspension of liquidation?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  17. Q19An individual who qualifies as an importer of record under 19 U.S.C. § 1484 has the legal authority to appoint an agent to clear…Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  18. Q20Per Section 19 CFR Part 141, which of the below is TRUE?Entry & Entry SummaryAnswer →
  19. Q21When may a power of attorney be revoked?Power of AttorneyAnswer →
  20. Q22All powers of attorney may be granted for an unlimited period of time with the exception of a partnership power of attorney, which may not…Power of AttorneyAnswer →
  21. Q23Who can conduct customs business without having issued a power of attorney to the broker?Power of AttorneyAnswer →
  22. Q24What is the country of origin marking for a product being imported into the United States for which manufacture took place in China but was…Marking & Country of OriginAnswer →
  23. Q25Which item is NOT listed on the J-List and therefore subject to country of origin marking requirements?Marking & Country of OriginAnswer →
  24. Q26What are the Customs Territories of the United States?Marking & Country of OriginAnswer →
  25. Q27Cotton napkins are imported into the United States. The cotton fabric comprising the napkins is woven in China and the sewing thread is…Marking & Country of OriginAnswer →
  26. Q28What would be in column 2?Practical ExerciseAnswer →
  27. Q30When an importer would like all refunds, bills or notices of extension or suspension of liquidation to be sent (if other than the importer…Practical ExerciseAnswer →
  28. Q31Would this item be eligible for a Free Trade Agreement?Practical ExerciseAnswer →
  29. Q32If the total entered value has increased from $10,500 to $12,000, what is the new Merchandise Processing Fee amount?Practical ExerciseAnswer →
  30. Q33What are the total duties and fees payable to CBP?Practical ExerciseAnswer →
  31. Q34Which of the following is NOT considered a guideline for CBP in determining the sufficient amount of bond?BondsAnswer →
  32. Q35Customs has determined that the principal’s continuous bond is inadequate. Customs has notified the principal and surety in writing. How…BondsAnswer →
  33. Q36All of the following bonds must be Single Transaction bonds EXCEPT:BondsAnswer →
  34. Q37Which of the following statements regarding bonds is TRUE?BondsAnswer →
  35. Q38Petitions for the remission or mitigation of a fine, penalty, or forfeiture incurred under any law administered by Customs must be…Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  36. Q39Supplemental petitions for relief from penalties MUST be filed within what period of time?Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  37. Q40Which statement regarding Protest filing is CORRECT?Fines, Penalties & ForfeituresAnswer →
  38. Q42What is the CLASSIFICATION for live turkeys weighing more than 185g brought into the U.S. for temporary exhibition?ClassificationAnswer →
  39. Q43What is the CLASSIFICATION for Choline and its salts?ClassificationAnswer →
  40. Q45What is the CLASSIFICATION of an unupholstered, aluminum armrest seat divider manufactured in Germany that is bolted to the main frame of…ClassificationAnswer →
  41. Q46What is the CLASSIFICATION for an article that consists of a zinc pill holder that is attached by an aluminum connector ring to a steel…ClassificationAnswer →
  42. Q47What is the CLASSIFICATION for a hand-held facial massager composed of a free- spinning, oval-shaped jade roller, ridged and grooved both…ClassificationAnswer →
  43. Q48What is the CLASSIFICATION of a catalytic preparation consisting wholly of an inorganic mixture: 30-70% Tungsten (VI) oxide, 1-10% Silicon…ClassificationAnswer →
  44. Q50What is the CLASSIFICATION of a cold-drawn, seamless circular pipe? The pipe consists of 1% Carbon, 60% Iron, 25% Nickel, 13% Chromium, and…ClassificationAnswer →
  45. Q51What is the CLASSIFICATION of a used alternator core removed from a 2003 Ford Focus with a 4 cylinder gasoline engine?ClassificationAnswer →
  46. Q52What is the CLASSIFICATION of an automotive aftermarket lift and storage device for removing and storing a vehicle hardtop? The device…ClassificationAnswer →
  47. Q53What is the CLASSIFICATION of recreational, land-based trampolines that are designed for domestic backyard use? They are oval shaped, 16’ x…ClassificationAnswer →
  48. Q54Which of the following changes are NOT allowed when filing a Post Summary Correction __________?Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)Answer →
  49. Q55According to the Ace Business Rules, which of the below is FALSE?Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)Answer →
  50. Q56In order for a filer to submit a Post Summary Correction (PSC), the original entry summary or previously filed PSC must meet all of the…Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)Answer →
  51. Q57What does EAPA stand for?Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  52. Q58In addition to seizure of the merchandise, CBP may impose a civil fine on a person who directs, assists financially or otherwise, or aids…Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  53. Q59Henry Ford imported twelve ball bearings with integral shafts from Germany, which are classified under subheading 8482.10.10, Harmonized…Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  54. Q60All of the following information must be provided by an interested party filing an allegation of evasion of AD/CVD orders EXCEPT:Anti-Dumping & Countervailing DutiesAnswer →
  55. Q62The below information is required for each manufacturer or producer submitting a letter of notification of intent to operate under a…DrawbackAnswer →
  56. Q63Which of the below drawback periods is CORRECT?DrawbackAnswer →
  57. Q64In the scenario below, what is the CORRECT claimed amount for merchandise processing fee (MPF) on an Unused Direct Identification…DrawbackAnswer →
  58. Q65What regulation would you find the verification authority for the United States-Chile Free Trade Agreement (US-CFTA)?Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  59. Q66A shipment of magnesium chloride pellets was produced in its entirety in Israel from Israeli components. The shipment was flown to and…Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  60. Q67A Plastics Milling Plant located in New York City imports Canadian polypropylene pellets (correctly classified in 3902.10.0000, HTSUS) for…Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  61. Q68European grown and processed tobacco enters the U.S. under subheading 2401.30.03 and is manufactured into goods of subheading 2403.91.20…Free Trade AgreementsAnswer →
  62. Q69As a representative of the Foreign Trade Zone Board, who is in charge of a foreign trade zone?Foreign Trade Zones & WarehousesAnswer →
  63. Q70ACME Bottling imports plastic polyethylene terephthalate (PET) chips, which are entered into an FTZ under weekly entry procedures. While in…Foreign Trade Zones & WarehousesAnswer →
  64. Q71Which of the following statements regarding Class 9 (nine) bonded warehouse operations is INCORRECT?Foreign Trade Zones & WarehousesAnswer →
  65. Q72Which of the following activities may NOT occur within a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ)?Foreign Trade Zones & WarehousesAnswer →
  66. Q73A company based in the U.S. is attempting to import handbags that look confusingly similar to a very popular handbag designer. A CBP…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  67. Q74You are submitting an application to record three of your trademarks. How much will you pay?Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  68. Q75Articles suspected of bearing counterfeit marks are detained. If the importer of the article does not provide timely information, or the…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  69. Q76All of the below information is required to record one or more trademarks in writing EXCEPT:Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  70. Q77The U.S. importer entered into an agreement with an unrelated exporter/producer for the purchase of 1,000 units of branded merchandise. The…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  71. Q78Importer ABC company wishes to purchase trademarked watches from seller XYZ Limited. The price of the watches is $200 each. XYZ will not…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →
  72. Q79A U.S. sporting goods company imports boomerangs from a manufacturer in Australia. The U.S. company purchases and sends the designs and…Intellectual Property RightsAnswer →