In the following scenario, what is the date of entry for the imported merchandise if it is approved to be released under the immediate delivery procedure? Eight automobiles made in Canada were purchased by an auto dealership in the United States on May 1, 2015. The automobiles were loaded onto a tractor-trailer at the Canadian assembly plant on May 5, 2015. The truck cargo was examined by CBP at the U.S. border and released into the United States on May 7, 2015. The tractor-trailer arrived at the U.S. dealership on May 8, 2015, and the automobiles were unloaded. The automobiles qualify for duty free status under NAFTA, and the entry summary with estimated duties was submitted to CBP on May 15, 2015.
A) May 1, 2015
B) May 5, 2015
C) May 7, 2015
D) May 8, 2015
E) May 15, 2015
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The Answer is: E
Citation: 19 CFR 141.68©
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