A shipment of imported merchandise valued at $1,670 arrives in Chicago. The sales transaction is structured so that the title will transfer to the purchaser upon delivery. The parties to the transaction are as follows: Smith & Wilkins, Ltd. is the seller John Jones is the purchaser ABC Express is the freight forwarder Acacia, Inc. is the licensed customs broker The bill of lading consigns the shipment to ABC Express. Which ONE of the following parties does NOT have the right to make informal entry of this merchandise?
A) ABC Express
B) Acacia, Inc. if appointed by ABC Express
C) Smith & Wilkins, Ltd.
D) John Jones
E) Acacia, Inc. if appointed by John Jones
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The Answer is: A
Citation: 19 CFR 143.26(a)
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