Broker A has permits in the Districts of Los Angeles, New York, and Dallas. Broker A services a Chinese widget manufacturer that ships merchandise subject to antidumping duties to its affiliated U.S. incorporated selling agent that is located at the Port of Long Beach, California. The selling agent has no financial interest in the commercial transaction. At the nominal consignee’s request, the shipment of widgets is diverted to San Diego for entry. Broker A is in possession of a valid power of attorney (POA) from the Grantor, authorizing other Customs brokers to make entry. Broker A creates a sub agency POA to Broker B who is only permitted in the District of New York. Who would be the importer of record?
A. Broker A
B. Broker B
C. the nominal consignee
D. U.S. selling agent
E. none of the parties
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The Answer is: E
Citation: 19 CFR 143.43(b), Directive 3530-002A
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