Question

Difficulty: EasyWarehousing: Types and Functions

Which type of warehouse is specifically designed and licensed for storing imported goods on which customs duties have not yet been paid?

  1. Bonded warehouseAnswer
  2. B
    Public warehouse
  3. C
    Private warehouse
  4. D
    Wholesaler's warehouse

Answer

Bonded warehouse
A bonded warehouse is a secure facility under customs authority supervision where imported goods are kept duty-free until customs duties are paid.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the stem requirement
The key criteria are imported goods and unpaid customs duties.
Warehouses serve distinct commercial and regulatory purposes based on ownership and customs status.
2
Identify the matching warehouse category
A bonded warehouse operates under government bond to store dutiable goods before duty payment.
This arrangement permits importers to defer payment until goods are released for local consumption or re-exported.

Key Concept

Warehousing Types - Bonded Warehouse
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