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Formal and informal entries subject to a Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF). 19 USC 1401 requires the importer of record, the fee to Customs and Border Protection (CBP to pay) at the time of submission of the summary. Formal entries are required for imports of industrial goods at $ 2,000 or more valued, assessed, with the exception of certain commercial imports, to $ 250.00 (ie textiles).



The MPF for formal input is an ad valorem duty rate of 0.21 percent. The fee is based on the value of goods imported without customs, freight and insurance costs. The maximum amount of the fee shall be not more than $ 485 and not less than $ 25. For example, 0.21 percent, from $ 950,000.00 $ 1,995.00, but the importer is only required to pay the maximum amount of $ 485.00.



Informal messages usually do not require CBP binding and are generally for personal use or import of commercial imports valued less than $ 2,000 (only if the Port Director of hits on the basis of the import).

MPF for informal entries must be assessed on goods that are transported to the U.S. via air, maritime and international mail. MPF for informal entries is a set fee ranging from $ 5.00 to $ 9.00 per item.