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Quota goods released too early: what justifies liquidated damages?

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ATC Imports hires Fry Customs Brokers to file an entry for imported carpets subject to a tariff-rate quota. CBP Officer James inadvertently releases the merchandise before the proper presentation of the entry summary, and the quota is nearing fulfillment. The port director has decided to issue liquidated damages. Which of the facts below would justify the port director's decision?

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CBP answer key: Answer D · 19 CFR 132.14(a)(4)(i)(C)Source: CBP past exams ↗