CBLE Dispute Resolution Procedures 4

Question 1

Under 19 U.S.C. § 1592, a penalty for a customs violation based on NEGLIGENCE is capped at what percentage of the dutiable value of the merchandise?

Accepted Answer

20%

Answer

For a negligent violation under § 1592, the penalty may not exceed 20% of the dutiable value of the merchandise.

Question 2

A customs broker's license may be suspended or revoked by CBP following which type of proceeding?

Accepted Answer

An administrative hearing before a CBP-designated hearing officer

Answer

Suspension or revocation of a customs broker license is handled through an administrative hearing process under 19 C.F.R. Part 111.

Question 3

When CBP's decision is based on a question of valuation, and the importer disagrees, what is the first formal dispute resolution step?

Accepted Answer

File a protest on the liquidated entry citing incorrect dutiable value

Answer

The importer should protest the liquidation on the grounds of incorrect valuation, starting the formal administrative dispute process.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of an 'administrative ruling' that can help prevent disputes before importation?

Accepted Answer

A binding tariff classification ruling issued by CBP under 19 C.F.R. Part 177

Answer

Binding rulings under 19 C.F.R. Part 177 provide importers with CBP's advance determination on classification, value, or marking, reducing the risk of disputes at entry.

Question 5

In a drawback claim dispute, CBP has the authority to deny the claim. What action must the claimant take to formally contest the denial?

Accepted Answer

File a protest under 19 U.S.C. § 1514(a)(6) within 180 days of denial

Answer

Drawback claim denials are protestable under 19 U.S.C. § 1514(a)(6), and the 180-day protest window applies.

(CBLE) Customs Broker License Exam Practice Test

(CBLE) Customs Broker License Exam Practice Test

CBLE Dispute Resolution Procedures 4