CBP Form 7501
CBP Form 7501
CBP Form 7501 is used to declare imported goods and calculate duties, taxes, and fees required for customs clearance. It is a mandatory filing for most commercial imports into the U.S.
Creating a 7501 Entry
1. Navigate to Customs > Form 7501. 2. Click + Add to open the Create 7501 Entry page. 3. Select a Project and the specific shipment number.
> The system will auto-populate shipper and consignee info. Please verify this information matches your Shipment Order and Bill of Lading (BOL). 4. Input Required Info:
Entry Info: Include entry number, type, and filing details
Transportation Info: Provide vessel and port details
Manufacturer Info: Enter manufacturer ID and origin details
Line Items Info: Add line items with HTS codes and duty calculations
> For comprehensive field definitions, refer to the 7501 Field Descriptions section. 5. Verify all entered information for accuracy. Click Confirm to submit the entry summary.
7501 Field Descriptions
Entry Information
Field Name | Description |
|---|---|
Entry Number | Unique identifier assigned to the customs entry |
Entry Type | Type of entry being filed (e.g., Consumption, Warehouse) |
Port Code | Code identifying the port of entry |
Importer Number | Importer's identification number (IRS, SSN, or Customs ID) |
Entry Filing Type | Method of filing the entry (e.g., ABI, Manual) |
Mode Location | Physical location where entry is being processed |
Entry Date | Date when goods are released by CBP |
Summary Date | Date when entry summary is filed |
Transportation Information
Field Name | Description |
|---|---|
Mode of Transport | Method used to transport goods (e.g., Vessel, Air, Rail) |
Vessel Name | Name of the vessel carrying the shipment |
Voyage/Flight Number | Identifying number for the specific journey |
Loading Port | Port where goods were loaded onto vessel |
Unloading Port | Port where goods will be discharged |
Manufacturer Information
Field Name | Description |
|---|---|
Manufacturer ID | Unique identifier for the manufacturer |
Country of Origin | Country where goods were manufactured |
Items Information
Field Name | Description |
|---|---|
HTS Code | Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification code |
Description | Detailed description of the goods |
Quantity | Number of units being imported |
Price | Value per unit in USD |
Duty Rate | Applicable duty rate for the HTS code |
Note: Click + Add Line Item to add more items to the entry.