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Updated Cargo Release Condition Codes Document Posted to CBP.gov

13 October 2026

In plain English

CBP posted an updated Cargo Release Condition Codes document on cbp.gov adding error code 336 for missing invoice/merchandise description under ET13, effective in ACE Production on October 15, 2026.

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Topic
Customs operations
Regulator
CBP
Published
13 October 2026
For
Imports and Exports
Where it applies
United States
Source
CBP CSMS

From the notice

The Cargo Release Condition Codes document has been posted to cbp.gov with the following changes: Error code 336 added: INVOICE/MERCH DESC REQUIRED FOR ET13 This validation rule pertains to the Commercial Invoice Description in the SE40 record. This will be deployed to the Cargo Release Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Production environment on October 15, 2026. This document is available in the Supporting Documents section on cbp.gov : https://www.cbp.gov/document/guidance/cargo-release-condition-error-codes If you encounter any issues when filing, contact your CBP Client Representative or the ACE Help Desk. Other questions regarding Cargo Control and Release should be
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