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CB32u—Processing Additional Duties and/or Quotas Imposed by Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962

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Estimated total study time: 3 hours 54 minutes [Enroll now]

This course is for those interested in the additional duties on Steel Mill and Aluminum products subject to Section 232 of the Trade Act of 1974. It addresses practical operational issues, the consequences of failure to add the additional tariff line item and duty when applicable, importer bond sufficiency, and where to obtain additional information as further developments arise.

Section 232 Safeguards. Purpose and Regulations

This lesson explores the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, with a particular focus on Section 232, which was enacted during the Cold War to address national security concerns. Section 232 tariffs are designed to protect strategic industries essential to national security by imposing additional duties or quotas on imports. The lesson covers the historical context, the investigation process, and the implementation of Section 232 remedies, including recent applications to steel and aluminum imports.

(Estimated study time: 52 minutes)

Notification of Trade Legislation and General Entry Processing Information Regarding Section 232

Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 grants the President of the United States the authority to adjust imports if they are deemed to threaten national security. This can involve imposing tariffs, quotas, or other trade restrictions. The process begins with an investigation by the Department of Commerce, which then reports its findings to the President. If action is deemed necessary, the President has 90 days to decide and 15 days to implement the action. The determination is published in the Federal Register and reported to Congress.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 14 minutes)

Section 232 Exclusions and Entry Filing Using Chapter 99

This lesson focuses on the procedures for submitting exclusion requests under Section 232 tariffs, which are imposed due to national security concerns. It covers the criteria for exclusion, the submission process, and the steps involved in handling objections and denials. The lesson also provides guidance on the notification of trade legislation and entry processing information related to Section 232.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 3 minutes)

Post Entry Considerations for Chapter 99

This lesson focuses on the procedures and best practices for handling U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) rejects due to inaccurate classification or information in Chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). It covers the common reject messages received by Automated Broker Interface (ABI) filers, the steps to correct and resubmit entries, and proactive measures to avoid such rejections. Additionally, the lesson addresses bond sufficiency considerations and customs broker billing practices for shipments subject to additional duties.

(Estimated study time: 46 minutes)