Creating and Submitting a New QP In-Bond (U.S. In-Bond Manager)
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Creating and Submitting a New QP In-Bond
Step-by-step instructions for filing a QP (7512) electronic in-bond movement with CBP.
Overview
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating a QP In-Bond (electronic Form 7512) and transmitting it to CBP using BorderConnect’s U.S. In-Bond Manager.
A QP In-Bond consists of three main components:
1. In-Bond Header: Entry number, type (IT/T&E/IE), ports, and carrier liability. 2. Bill of Lading: Shipper, Consignee, and origin details. 3. Commodity: Description, HTS codes, weight, and value.
Before You Start: Ensure you have your 9-digit in-bond entry number ready (unless using BorderConnect's auto-sequencing feature) and the shipment paperwork.
Step 1: Start New QP In-Bond
From the top menu bar, navigate to U.S. In-Bonds and select Start New QP In-Bond.
Step 2: Enter Header Details
On the Start New QP In-Bond page, complete the required fields. When finished, click Save and Add QP Bill of Lading.
| Field | What to Enter |
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| In-Bond Entry Number | The 9-digit CBP entry number. (Auto-fills if you use sequences). |
| In-Bond Entry Type |
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| Ports (Entry & Destination) | U.S. Port of Entry: Where freight crosses into the U.S. U.S. In-Bond Destination: Where the movement concludes. |
| Foreign Destination | (Type 62/63 only) The final foreign country destination. |
| In-Bond Carrier ID | The IRS Number or CBP Assigned Number of the carrier holding the bond liability. |
| In-Bond Carrier Code/SCAC | The SCAC of the carrier physically transporting the goods. |
| Total Value | The total value of the shipment in whole U.S. dollars. |
Steps 3 & 4: Add Bill of Lading
On the Start New QP Bill of Lading page, enter the specific cargo documentation details.
- Master Bill Number: Must match the shipment paperwork exactly.
- Foreign Port of Lading: The foreign port where shipment originated.
- Foreign Shipper & Consignee: Name and address of the parties involved.
When finished, click Save and Create Commodity.
Steps 5 & 6: Add Commodities
On the Add New Commodity page, detail the goods being transported.
| Field | Notes |
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| Description | Clear, plain language description of the goods. Avoid generic terms. |
| HTS Code | Harmonized Tariff Schedule code (6 or 10 digits). Numeric only. |
| Quantity & Weight | The packaging count and net weight for this specific line item. |
Click Save and Back to QP In-Bond Details when finished.
Review & Transmit
You are now back on the QP In-Bond Details Page. Review all information for accuracy. You can edit any section, add containers, or add internal comments if needed.
Send to CBP
1. Hover over the Send to CBP button. 2. Select Send QP In-Bond.
The status will change from Unknown to Transmitted to CBP.
Confirm Acceptance
CBP typically responds within one minute. Refresh the page or check the In-Bond Dashboard. Once accepted, the status will update to On File.