October 2020 (PM) — Question 18
In which of the following scenarios would an importer of a vehicle be exempt from the requirements of a bond?
- AThe vehicle conforms to EPA/DOT standards and was shipped directly from the manufacturer to the importer.
- BThe vehicle conforms to EPA/DOT standards and is imported for the personal use of a nonresident who will not resell the vehicle within the first year of importation.✓ CBP's answer
- CThe importer is an automotive enthusiast who restores and resells vintage cars.
- DThe importer plans to modify the vehicle and re-export it.
- EA bond is always required when importing a vehicle.
CBP's cited authority
§ HTSUS 9804.0035§ 19 CFR § 148.45§ 19 CFR §141.4§ 19 CFR § 142.2
Answer and citations as published in CBP's official answer key for the October 2020 (PM) examination.
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