April 2026 — Question 41
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the procedure after detention of shipments under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) of a covered commodity?
- AThe importer of the detained shipment must bring the shipment into compliance with Toxic Substances Control Act or export the shipment from the customs territory of the United States within 90 days after notice of detention or 30 days of demand for redelivery, whichever comes first.✓ CBP's answer
- BThe importer of the detained shipment must submit written documentation to the Administrator with a copy to the port director within 90 days from the date of notice of detention, to show why the shipment should not be refused entry.
- CThe importer of the detained shipment must bring the shipment into compliance with Toxic Substances Control Act or export the shipment from the customs territory of the United States within 120 days after notice of detention or 60 days of demand for redelivery, whichever comes first.
- DThe importer of the detained shipment must submit written documentation to the Administrator with a copy to the port director within 120 days from the date of notice of detention, to show why the shipment should not be refused entry.
CBP's cited authority
§ 19 CFR 12.124(a)
Answer and citations as published in CBP's official answer key for the April 2026 examination.
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