Introduction to Importing Lesson 3

This lesson covers the key requirements and procedures for importing goods into the United States. It explains the different types of customs entries, including consumption, warehouse, and inbound entries. It discusses the roles of customs brokers and the documents required for brokers to act on behalf of importers. The lesson also details the commercial documentation that must be submitted within 15 days for goods release. Finally, it addresses customs regulations around entry records, including required retention periods, alternative storage methods, and CBP’s record keeping guidance for electronic submissions through ABI.