October 2025 — Question 10
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), an agency or office of the United States Government, hires a licensed customs broker for the importation of armor equipment to be used in a new concept unmanned tank style vehicle. The DoD instructs the broker that a power of attorney is NOT required due to the nature and sensitivity of the importation, and the fact that the equipment is for the account of the DoD. Which of the below statements is TRUE?
- AWhen merchandise is imported by the DoD it is automatically duty-free.
- BThe power of attorney is not required where the DoD is to act as Importer of Record (IOR) due to inherent sensitivities.
- CWhen merchandise is imported by a U.S. government agency it is exempt from examination by CBP.
- DMerchandise imported by, or for the account of the DoD, is subject to ordinary Customs entry requirements and a Power of attorney is required if a customs broker is used.✓ CBP's answer
CBP's cited authority
§ 19 CFR 141.46§ 19 CFR 10.100
Answer and citations as published in CBP's official answer key for the October 2025 examination.
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