Due to a known data transmission issue between U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”), certain first quarter 2026 import data displayed in the myTTB CBMA Importer Claims System may reflect inflated quantity amounts, particularly for entries from January through mid-February 2026. As a result, the TTB is recommending that importers do not submit CBMA refund claims at this time if there is any indication that quantity data may be inaccurate. According to TTB, submitting claims based on incorrect data may lead to claim rejections, improper allocation adjustments, and complications impacting future filings.
TTB and CBP are actively working to resolve the issue, with a fix anticipated by the end of April. In the meantime, importers should carefully review all entry summary line data and wait to file claims until the system reflects accurate information. Notably, the system will not allow use of the manual claims process where data appears available, even if inaccurate, making it especially important to delay submission.
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