October 2021 — Question 19
An individual who qualifies as an importer of record under 19 USC 1484 may authorize an unpaid agent to enter merchandise on their behalf, so long as ___________________.
- AThe merchandise is a gift.
- BThe authorization is made in writing, no power of attorney is required, and the importer is not acting on behalf of a corporation, partnership, or association.
- CThe individual is a regular importer, the appointment is for a single article of merchandise, and the agent is a relative.
- DThe individual is not acting on behalf of a corporate entity, and the shipment is valued at or under $800.
- EThe individual is not a regular importer, the appointment is for a single non-commercial shipment, and the authorization is made by executing a power of attorney.✓ CBP's answer
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§ Right to Make Entry Section 5.14.1§ 19 CFR § 141.33
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