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The document outlines regulations and procedures related to the handling of manifest discrepancies for vessels under U.S. Customs and Border Protection. It details the responsibilities of vessel masters or agents in reporting shortages and overages of merchandise, the definition of clerical errors, and the penalties associated with discrepancies. Additionally, it specifies conditions under which corrections to manifests are not required, particularly for bulk merchandise and petroleum products.

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