ACE In Bond Sequences (ACE Manifest / U.S. In-Bond Manager)
| This article is part of the BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager Guide, the BorderConnect ACE Manifest Guide and the BorderConnect Software User Guide |
The ACE In-Bond Sequence Search Page is where users create, manage, and track sequences of In-Bond entry numbers assigned by CBP and entered into BorderConnect ACE Manifest software or U.S. In-Bond Manager.
BorderConnect's ACE In-Bond Sequences feature helps automate record keeping for carriers who file their own bonds in ACE eManifest or file QP In-Bonds using BorderConnect U.S. In-Bond Manager. The feature can:
- Generate the In-Bond Entry Number check digit.
- Assign the next entry number in the sequence to each bond.
- Track which entry number was used, when it was used, and which Shipment Control Number it was assigned to.
- Generate a spreadsheet report showing the usage of each entry number in the sequence.
The ACE In-Bond Sequences page can be accessed from the ACE eManifests menu, the U.S. In-Bonds menu, or the Manage Data menu by selecting In-Bond Sequences.
Why Use In-Bond Sequences
| Benefit | What it helps with |
|---|---|
| Check digit generation | BorderConnect calculates the final check digit for the entry number range entered by the user. |
| Automatic assignment | The next available entry number can be assigned to a new in-bond without manually checking which number is next. |
| Usage tracking | Sequence history shows the entry number, including check digit, and the Shipment Control Number it was assigned to. |
| Reporting | Usage can be exported to a spreadsheet for internal records or audit review. |
ACE In-Bond Sequence Search Section
The search section lets users find previously entered in-bond sequences. It can also be used to search by a specific In-Bond entry number or by Shipment Control Number to determine where a number was used. By default, sequences are shown chronologically with the most recent sequence at the top.
| Control | Description |
|---|---|
| Create New ACE Inbond Sequence | Opens the Add ACE Inbond Sequence page so the user can enter a new range of in-bond entry numbers assigned by CBP. |
| Search | Searches for matching sequences using the search options entered on the page and displays the results below. |
| Reset | Restores the default search options, including the default Date Created Between range, and displays the recent sequence results again. |
| Clear | Clears all search options so the user can enter a new search. |
Add ACE Inbond Sequence
Use this page to enter a new range of In-Bond entry numbers assigned by CBP.
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Sequence Start | Enter the first number in the range assigned by CBP, without the check digit. |
| Sequence End | Enter the final number in the range assigned by CBP, without the check digit. |
Enter the range exactly as issued by CBP. Once saved, BorderConnect can calculate the check digit and assign the next available number when an in-bond is created.
View/Edit ACE Inbond Sequence
Use the View/Edit ACE Inbond Sequence page to review or correct an existing sequence. If a mistake was made when the sequence was created, the user can edit information such as the sequence start or sequence end.
The ACE Inbond Sequence History section shows any In-Bond Entry Numbers that have already been used, including the final check digit. It also shows when the number was used and which Shipment Control Number it was assigned to.
Sequence Management Tips
- Enter each range exactly as CBP issued it to avoid overlaps.
- Review sequence history before manually assigning or correcting a number.
- Monitor remaining numbers so a new block can be requested before the current range is exhausted.
- Export usage reports when records are needed for internal review or audit support.