### Question
What is the definition of inspection?


### Answer
The definition of **inspection** is as follows in *19 U.S.C. § 4318*:

> the comprehensive evaluation process used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, other than physical examination or testing, to permit the entry of merchandise into the United States, or the clearance of merchandise for transportation in bond through the United States, for purposes of—


(A) assessing duties

#### Citation:
  - *19 U.S.C. § 4318*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-TRADE FACILITATION AND TRADE ENFORCEMENT > SUBCHAPTER I-TRADE FACILITATION AND TRADE ENFORCEMENT**

