### Question
What is the definition of master?


### Answer
The definition of **master** is as follows in *19 U.S.C. § 1401*:

> the person having the command of the vessel.

#### 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**

