Entry / Entry Summary · CBLE study guide
ACE, ABI & post-summary corrections
ACE/ABI processes, entry type codes, PSCs, reconciliation flags, blanket records.
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Common traps
Wrong answers on past exams cluster around a few beliefs. Here is each one, and what the rule actually says.
Post Summary Correction rules
“PSCs are limited in number, allowed before payment or after liquidation, or can change any field.”
The rule: A PSC needs an accepted, fully paid summary in CBP control, not under review and not liquidated. There is no limit on the number of PSCs. Informal entries (e.g., type 12) aren't eligible. Fields like IOR, consolidated summary indicator, port, USMCA/1520(d) indicator and reconciliation issue code can't change, and PSCs can't add 1520(d) preference claims (ACE BRPD v12 ch. 6).
Remember: Paid, CBP control, unliquidated, eligible field.
ACE BRPD v12 sec. 6.2 · ACE BRPD v12 sec. 6.5
Meaning of entry type codes
“Type 02 is standard, AD/CVD or FTZ.”
The rule: 01 is standard consumption, 02 consumption subject to quota/visa, 03 AD/CVD, 06 FTZ consumption.
Remember: 02 = quota/visa.
ACE BRPD v12 sec. 7.1 · CBP Form 7501 Instructions
ACE blanket declaration records
“Any repetitive document, including 9802 affidavits or catalogs, can be a blanket record.”
The rule: Permitted blanket records are the Affidavit of Manufacture (not for 9802 claims), Importer Certifying Statement, Non-Reimbursement Blanket Statement (up to 50 MIDs/cases) and the NAFTA/USMCA certification of origin (ACE BRPD v12 ch. 4).
Remember: Four types only.
ACE BRPD v12 ch. 4
Trade vs. CBP control status
“PSCs can be filed while the summary is in trade control.”
The rule: In trade control (accepted, unpaid) the filer may delete, remove from or reschedule a statement. A PSC requires CBP control (ACE BRPD v12 sec. 1.5).
Remember: Trade control → edit; CBP control → PSC.
ACE BRPD v12 sec. 1.5
USMCA post-importation claims
“A post-summary correction can add a USMCA claim.”
The rule: A PSC cannot amend an entry summary for preference programs under 19 U.S.C. 1520(d). Use a 520(d) claim (including through the ACE Protest module) or FTA reconciliation if flagged.
Remember: No PSC for 520(d).
ACE BRPD v12 sec. 6.5 · ACE BRPD v12 ch. 11 · 19 CFR 182.32
Responding to a rejected entry summary
“A paid summary can't be rejected, or the filer can wait or use a rate advance.”
The rule: Rejected entry summaries must be corrected and returned with any additional payment within 2 working days of rejection. For AD/CVD, CBP may reject up to 300 days after filing with supervisory approval.
Remember: Fix and refile within 2 working days.
ACE BRPD v12 sec. 1.14
Try a past question
October 2026 CBLE, question 59
Which one of the following entry types liquidates in 24 hours, cannot be cancelled, and is ineligible for Post Summary Correction (PSC)?
Show the answer and why
A. Incorrect. Consumption entries do not liquidate in 24 hours and may be corrected by PSC.
B. Incorrect. AD/CVD entries do not liquidate in 24 hours.
C. Correct. Informal entries liquidate within 24 hours, cannot be cancelled, and cannot receive a PSC (ACE BRPD v12 sec. 20.2).
D. Incorrect. Warehouse entries do not liquidate in 24 hours.
ACE BRPD v12 sec. 20.2 · 19 CFR 128.24 · law as of 2026-11-09
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