Originally Posted by
Often1
Bottom line is that OP attempted to import goods into the USA which he was not permitted to import. That's exactly the conduct which would generally cause a GE holder to be bounced, so it's exactly the sort of reason to deny him.
Was a waste of OP's time and $100 to apply. Forget it, move on.
+1 but this is also a good indication that there are in fact real standards that GE holders must meet.