April 2026 CBLE · Category V: Entry / Entry Summary · Question 41 of 80
April 2026 CBLE, question 41
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the procedure after detention of shipments under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) of a covered commodity?
- The importer of the detained shipment must bring the shipment into compliance with Toxic Substances Control Act or export the shipment from the customs territory of the United States within 90 days after notice of detention or 30 days of demand for redelivery, whichever comes first.
- The importer of the detained shipment must submit written documentation to the Administrator with a copy to the port director within 90 days from the date of notice of detention, to show why the shipment should not be refused entry.
- The importer of the detained shipment must bring the shipment into compliance with Toxic Substances Control Act or export the shipment from the customs territory of the United States within 120 days after notice of detention or 60 days of demand for redelivery, whichever comes first.
- The importer of the detained shipment must submit written documentation to the Administrator with a copy to the port director within 120 days from the date of notice of detention, to show why the shipment should not be refused entry.
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Official answer: A: The importer of the detained shipment must bring the shipment into compliance with Toxic Substances Control Act or export the shipment from the customs territory of the United States within 90 days after notice of detention or 30 days of demand for redelivery, whichever comes first.
Citation in CBP's key: 19 CFR 12.124(a)