October 2011 Question 11 U.S. Customs Broker License Exam Discussion
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Following CBLE question is the focus of this video:
Polyethylene retail carrier bags (plastic bags) are manufactured and shipped from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to Panama. The bags do not undergo any manufacturing or processing in Panama. Subsequently, the bags are shipped via air to Miami, Florida.
What duties, taxes and/or fees will be due when the entry summary is filed within the Miami District when the plastic bags are subject to an antidumping duty order from the PRC?
A. Only the merchandise processing fee (MPF) because Panama qualifies for duty exemption under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (CBERA).
B. Zero.
C. The MPF, ad valorem duty and the assigned antidumping duty cash deposit rate.
D. Only the harbor maintenance fee (HMF).
E. The MPF and the assigned antidumping duty cash deposit rate for the exporter/manufacturer.
Correct Answer: (C).
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CBLE Link: https://www.lawcustoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/102011-CBE-Exam.pdf