232 & 301

  • Al/Steel Content of Derivative

    Question: We are able to obtain the weight and value of the Al /Steel content as needed from the producer of our finished item but the question has arisen, since it’s the value of the Al/Steel content that is required can the apportioned value of the raw Al/Steel used to make a component within the […]

  • Section 232 aluminum and steel requirement

    Question: We are having difficulty obtaining smelt and cast products from our suppliers, especially for aluminum and steel derivative parts. (Section 232) What are our options for shipping them anyway? We have spoken with other companies and brokers, and they have told us to indicate “unknown” and that everything would be subject to the highest […]

  • Section 232 on Steel Articles

    Question: A couple of questions with regards to 232 on steel derivatives, please. 1). For purposes of calculating Section 232 tariffs on steel articles imported into the United States, is it permissible to exclude the value of scrap from the total cost of the coil? Assuming we are using coil to produce the steel good […]

  • 232 Tariffs

    Question: What type of proof is being requested from suppliers to prove origin of steel and aluminum derivative products?  Is the Mill Test Certificate or Certificate of Analysis being requested?   Is this easily available? When looking at copper would the wire in the cords of any electric consumer goods be considered a derivative product?  This […]

  • Section 232 question – iron vs mild steel

    Question: What metallurgical compositions are included in the derivatives list, specifically regarding iron and mild steel?  Additionally, how does the carbon content affect the qualification for Section 232 duties? This feels like it should be a small question but how many carbon atoms will qualify or disqualify this under Section 232 duties? Answer 1: As […]

  • HTSUS 7607.20.5000

    Question: We want to make sure we are interpreting this correctly.   We have jumbo rolls of sealant that include aluminum foil as part of the material.  HTSUS is 7607.20.5000.  Country of origin is the Netherlands.   This HTSUS will direct you to US Note 19 Subchapter III.  Eventually you will get down to US Note 19 […]

  • 232 Exclusions/Retaliatory Tariff

    Question: If you have an item that is subject to 232, but you have an active exclusion, will you then have to pay the reciprocal tariff? Answer 1: Yes. In order for something to be considered subject to Section 232, more than 0% duty must be owed. If you have an exclusion and 0% duty […]

  • Complete list of HTSUS numbers subject to Section 301 China (2018)

    Question: Looking for a complete list of tariff codes currently subject to Section 301 China tariffs originally imposed in 2018 with corresponding Ch. 99 codes for reporting.  We may have infrequent imports of random items from China, and Sec. 301 research has become very time consuming.  Brokers are not necessarily aware of the accurate Ch. […]

  • Tariff Builder

    Question: Hello Members, Will all of the possible mandatory duties that are now facing importers, can anyone suggest a system that would build the “list” per HTS, per country of origin?   For instance, 7308.90 is subject to IEEPA / SEC 232 / SEC 301 (20%/25%/25%) for an item of steel from China.  I had to […]

  • Aluminum Cans/Beer 232 Derivatives

    Question: Aluminum cans and beer were added to the 232 derivatives yesterday,but can ends (the top) are not subject to 232. Does anyone know if the 232 will apply to all the aluminum (including can and end) packaging the beer, or only the can? Thanks! Answer 1: Hello, Only the aluminum used for the can […]

  • Additional Answer – Trump Tariffs

    Question: Dear Members, Is anyone aware of a publication or document prepared in the form of a “Flow Chart” that provides a chronological account of Trumps Executive Orders and Proclamations pertaining to recently imposed tariffs.    The daily changes are difficult to grasp. Thank you. Answer 1: I do not know of a flow chart, […]