CAPE Processing Restrictions for Warehouse Entries

Jul. 2, 2026
By: Marvin E. McPherson

In the ever-evolving world of IEEPA refunds one must stay on their toes, even on the day before America’s 250^th birthday (observed). Proving this point, CBP published new guidance in CSMS # 69127837 ending the processing of warehouse entries (Entry Types 21 and 22) in CAPE after July 6, 2026. The “ENTRY TYPE NOT ALLOWED” error message will appear during the validation of those entries.

Warehouse withdrawals (Entry Types 31, 32, 34, 38) will continue to be accepted on CAPE Declarations since the IEEPA duties were paid on the warehouse withdrawals.

This comes after what Customs has deemed a successful deployment of Phase 2, which covered the processing of some Reconciliation Entries in CAPE.

Barnes, Richardson & Colburn attorneys are here to keep the trade informed on any CAPE phase developments and refund support. As we know, you must check back frequently for development.