### Question
Can you define what electronic entry means?


### Answer
**Electronic entry** is defined as the following in *19 U.S.C. § 1401*:

> the electronic transmission to the Customs Service of—


(1) entry information required for the entry of merchandise, and


(2) entry summary information required for the classification and appraisement of the merchandise, the verification of statistical information, and the determination of compliance with applicable law

#### Citation:
  - *19 U.S.C. § 1401*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 3-THE TARIFF AND RELATED PROVISIONS > SUBTITLE III-ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS > Part I-Definitions and National Customs Automation Program > subpart a-definitions**

