April 2026 — Question 8
What is the maximum civil fine CBP may impose after the seizure of merchandise imported for sale when the merchandise is seized pursuant to 19 USC 1526(e) for bearing a counterfeit mark, has a domestic value of $1,000, and would have a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $25,000 in the United States at the time of seizure if it had been genuine?
- A$1,000 if this seizure is the importer’s first seizure under 19 USC 1526(e)
- B$1,000 if this seizure is the importer’s second seizure under 19 USC 1526(e)
- C$25,000 if this seizure is the importer’s first seizure under 19 USC 1526(e)✓ CBP's answer
- D$25,000 if this seizure is the importer’s second seizure under 19 USC 1526(e)
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