CBLE Q&A

CBLE Q&A

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CBLE Q&A is designed to do just that: to help examinees pass the Customs Broker Exam. The approach is very simple. We take the very questions that examiners have asked before, and provide rationale for their answers. The rationale - or reasoning - cause examinees to revisit topics tested while providing the structure and organization. The structure helps to build a framework that can be applied to variety of questions. During the exam, even if examinee does not recall the structure, the familiarity with the question would help.

CBLE Q&A
  • October 2021 Question 2 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 1

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    If there is a difference of less than $20.00 between the total amount of duties, taxes, and fees, including interest in the original liquidation, pertaining to a Post Summary Correction, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has the authorit...

  • October 2021 Question 3 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 2

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is available for the transmission of single transaction eBonds. What is the activity code for an Importer Security Filing (ISF) eBond?

    A. 3
    B. 6
    C. 8
    D. 10
    E. 16

    Correct Answer: (E).

    #CBP Publications
    #Autom...

  • October 2021 Question 4 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 3

    Thank you for watching this video segment from 02/24/2022 Customs Broker License Examination (“CBLE”) preparation class.

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    To submit a Post Summary Correction (PSC), the original entry summary or previously filed PSC must meet ALL the followin...

  • October 2021 Question 5 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 4

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Which class of customs warehouse allows for bonded bins or parts of buildings or of elevators to be used for the storage of grain?

    A. 1
    B. 3
    C. 5
    D. 7
    E. 9

    Correct Answer: (C).

    #Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 19
    #19.1

  • October 2021 Question 6 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 5

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    A _____ or unique identifier will be used to identify and trace merchandise within a Foreign Trade Zone.

    A. CBP Form 214
    B. Customs in-bond seal
    C. Zone lot number
    D. Lot file
    E. CBP Form 3461

    Correct Answer: (C).

    #Code of Federal Regulation...

  • October 2021 Question 7 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 6

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    _______ allows for delivery of merchandise to a Foreign Trade Zone without prior application and approval on CBP Form 214.

    A. Temporary deposit
    B. CBP Form 7501
    C. A weekly permit
    D. First-in-first-out (FIFO)
    E. Direct delivery

    Correct Answer...

  • October 2021 Question 8 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 7

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    With regards to a Foreign Trade Zone, the term _____ refers to a person or firm using a zone or subzone for storage, handling, or processing of merchandise.

    A. Unique identifier
    B. Guard service
    C. User
    D. Bonded carrier
    E. Operator

    Correct ...

  • October 2021 Question 9 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 8

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    What is the appropriate country of origin marking for a pair of shoes manufactured in China and imported with its unsealed shoebox that reads “Kicks! America's Favorite Sneaker”?

    A. Shoes must be marked with country of origin; shoebox is exemp...

  • October 2021 Question 10 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 9

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    An arts and crafts store will be importing a container of 150 four-hole rim buttons that are three inches in diameter and one half inch thick from France. Each button is imported in its own separate, sealed paper envelope. The store will sell t...

  • October 2021 Question 11 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 10

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Petitions for relief from seizures must be filed within days from the date of mailing of the notice of seizure.

    A. 15
    B. 30
    C. 45
    D. 60
    E. 90

    Correct Answer: (B).

    #Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 19
    #171.2

  • October 2021 Question 12 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 11

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    What is the time limit after the date of sale for filing a petition for restoration of proceeds of sale?

    A. 1 month
    B. 2 months
    C. 3 months
    D. 5 months
    E. 8 months

    Correct Answer: (C).

    #Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 19
    #171.42

  • October 2021 Question 13 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 12

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Supplemental petitions filed in cases involving violations of 19 USC 1641 where the amount of the penalty assessed exceeds $10,000 will be forwarded to ________.

    A. Local Fines, Penalties and Forfeiture Officer, Office of Field Operations
    B. B...

  • October 2021 Question 14 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 13

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Under the degrees of culpability under Section 592, a violation is considered fraudulent when:

    A. If a material false statement, omission or act in connection with the transaction was committed (or omitted) knowingly, was done voluntarily and ...

  • October 2021 Question 15 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 14

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    In which General Note (GN) to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) is the Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (PTPA) Implementation Act found?

    A. GN 4
    B. GN 28
    C. GN 32
    D. GN 26
    E. GN 33

    Correct Answer: (C).

    #Trade Agreemen...

  • October 2021 Question 16 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 15

    Thank you for watching this video segment from 03/03/2022 Customs Broker License Examination (“CBLE”) preparation class.

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    In cases where imported cargo is unloaded from a commercial vessel at a port within the definition of 19 CFR 24.24 Harbo...

  • October 2021 Question 17 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 16

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Where can you find the regulation pertaining to the compensation (liquidated damages) for breach of bond?

    A. 19 CFR 111
    B. 19 CFR 113
    C. 19 CFR 114
    D. 19 CFR 141
    E. 19 CFR 144

    Correct Answer: (B).

    #Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 19

  • October 2021 Question 18 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 17

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    An importer would like to submit a classification ruling request to CBP to determine the correct Harmonized Tariff Schedule provision for a new product. To whom must the ruling request letter be addressed?

    A. Director, Center for Excellence an...

  • October 2021 Question 19 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 18

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    An individual who qualifies as an importer of record under 19 USC 1484 may authorize an unpaid agent to enter merchandise on their behalf, so long as _______ .

    A. The merchandise is a gift.
    B. The authorization is made in writing, no power of ...

  • October 2021 Question 20 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 19

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Which piece of information is NOT a requirement on a commercial invoice?

    A. All rebates, drawbacks, and bounties, separately itemized, allowed upon the exportation of the merchandise
    B. An itemized list by name and amount of packing, cases, co...

  • October 2021 Question 21 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 20

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Which of the following mail articles is NOT subject to examination or inspection by Customs?

    A. Bona-fide gifts with an aggregate fair retail value not exceeding $800 in the country of shipment
    B. Mail packages addressed to officials of the U....

  • October 2021 Question 22 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 21

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Excessive deposits of Alcohol or Tobacco taxes cannot be refunded in cases where:

    A. The tax was over paid due to misclassification of the article.
    B. The tax was paid or collected on an imported article seized and forfeited or destroyed as co...

  • October 2021 Question 23 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 22

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    Which of the following Chapter 98 provisions has a Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) requirement?

    A. Subheading 9801.00.10, HTSUS
    B. Subheading 9801.00.25, HTSUS
    C. Subheading 9802.00.40, HTSUS
    D. Subheading 9802.00.50, HTSUS
    E. Subheading 9802...

  • October 2021 Question 24 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 23

    Thank you for watching this video segment from 03/10/2022 Customs Broker License Examination (“CBLE”) preparation class.

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    The port director may revoke or suspend the license of a cartman or lighterman if any of the following is found, EXCEPT:...

  • October 2021 Question 34 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion

    Episode 24

    Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:

    An article of base metal containing two or more base metals is classified by the metal that _________.

    A. Is referenced last in the HTSUS
    B. Imparts the essential character of the article
    C. Predominates by weight over each of the other metals...