An express consignment operator named, Speedy Ship, LLC (who is not a licensed broker), has a shipment arrive at their facility in the New York district. Speedy Ship, LLC, hires a local licensed customs brokerage to make entry, in Speedy Ship’s name, and provides the broker with a power of attorney. The broker prepares the entry documents with Speedy Ship, LLC, identified as the Importer of Record and prepares a continuous custodial bond. Should Speedy Ship, LLC, be the Import of Record for this shipment?
A. Yes, because Speedy Ship, LLC, gave the broker a power of attorney and they have a continuous bond on file with CBP.
B. No, because Speedy Ship, LLC, is a nominal consignee and does not have the right to make entry.
C. Yes, because Speedy Ship, LLC, hired the broker.
D. Yes, because Speedy Ship, LLC, is an Express Consignment Operator and gave the broker a power of attorney, and they have a continuous bond on file.
E. No, because Speedy Ship, LLC, does not possess a single transaction bond.
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The Answer is: B
Citation: CD 3530-002A
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