CE Study Guide 2026
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✍️ Sample CE Questions & Answers
1. What is a Commercial Invoice used for in exports?
A Commercial Invoice serves as the primary billing document in international trade, issued by the seller to the buyer. It provides a detailed record of the goods being sold, including their description, quantity, unit price, total value, and terms of sale. This document is essential for customs clearance, payment processing, and for customs authorities to assess duties and taxes.
2. A 'red clause' letter of credit differs from a standard LC because it:
A red clause LC (historically typed in red ink) permits the beneficiary to receive pre-shipment advances from the advising/nominated bank against a receipt and undertaking to ship.
3. Which U.S. federal program offers grants and cost-sharing to help small U.S. businesses participate in international trade shows to find export buyers?
The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) provides grants to small businesses to attend foreign trade shows, conduct market research, and develop export marketing materials.
4. What is a supplier code of conduct and why do U.S. companies increasingly require international suppliers to sign one?
Supplier codes of conduct address forced labor, child labor, environmental practices, bribery, and safety; U.S. companies require them to comply with laws like the FCPA and to protect brand reputation.
5. Which document serves as the exporter's formal instruction to the freight forwarder, detailing shipping, documentation, and handling requirements for a shipment?
The Shipper's Letter of Instruction (SLI) is the exporter's authorization and instruction set given to the freight forwarder, covering routing, documentation preparation, and AES filing.
6. What are the six General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) used for in tariff classification?
The GRI are six sequential rules that customs authorities worldwide use to determine the correct HS classification when a product's category is unclear or disputed.
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- icpainc.org — Test delivery, registration deadline, score release, exam information · verified Nov 2026
- onetonline.org — Eligibility, renewal, score validity · verified Nov 2026