Question: We have items under HTS 8486.90 that are not made of aluminum and don’t have aluminum content, but our broker is telling us that Primary Smelt Country, Secondary Smelt Country, and Country of Cast are still required (they submitted the entry without the info and was rejected). Does the membership know how to handle […]
Question: We import steel and aluminum derivative products. The HTS codes are correct and fall within the scope of the section 232 derivatives. We are working with our suppliers to collect steel and aluminum content and value and we want to provide clear direction on the ask. Some guidance has been provided around how the […]
Question: To mitigate the impact of Section 232 duties on steel products, my company submitted multiple product exclusions that were approved to mitigate quarterly tariff-based quota duties. With the pending changes of Section 232 duties on March 12th, CSMS# 64348411 provides that for “specific product exclusions for Section 232 duties that are active….shall remain effective […]
Question: Has anyone created a commercial invoice template for foreign suppliers of aluminum/steel derivatives to detail out the aluminum/steel content of an item in the shipment? Answer 1: Each of our suppliers has their own invoice template they use. Most have been able to add spaces for the required information by each invoice line. […]
Question: Curious how everyone is planning to handle the costing breakdowns to calculate the dutiable value of your derivative components for the new 232 steel and aluminum 25% tariffs (when your goods fall under the HTS list but not under chapters 73 or 76 so you only have to declare the steel or aluminum part) […]
Question: Hello, Does anyone know of an Excel file they can share with all of the Section 232 Steel & steel derivatives and Section 232 aluminum and aluminum derivatives that are to go into effect on March 12th? Thanks, Answer 1: See the Annex at the bottom of the Federal Register publication: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/02/18/2025-02832/adjusting-imports-of-aluminum-into-the-united-states Answer […]
Question: Hello, Does anyone know of an Excel file they can share with all of the Section 232 Steel & steel derivatives and Section 232 aluminum and aluminum derivatives that are to go into effect on March 12th? Thanks, Answer 1: Here’s one attorney firm’s page on the HTSs for these tariffs. (See links within.) […]
Question: Hello, Does anyone know of an Excel file they can share with all of the Section 232 Steel & steel derivatives and Section 232 aluminum and aluminum derivatives that are to go into effect on March 12th? Thanks, Answer 1: Here’s one attorney firm’s page on the HTSs for these tariffs. (See links within.) […]
Question: Does anyone have an Excel file they are willing to share listing all HTS codes currently and previously impacted by Section 232 and any applicable exclusions? I’m new to Section 232 and with the new Executive order must quickly get up to speed. I appreciate any support anyone is able to find. I searched […]
Question: Does anyone have an Excel version of the 9903.88.69 Exclusion list? I normally get a copy from counsel or a broker but haven’t been able to get one this time. Answer 1: The best place to obtain the list is the Federal Register – Annex C which provides the list of exclusions reinstated under […]
Question: Just curious if someone could weigh in on 321 entries. My understanding is that you cannot use the 321 entry if it is subject to a 301 tariff. However, there has been some information suggested that by using the 321 you can avoid the 301 tariffs. Does anyone know if anything is written anywhere […]
Question: Hello, From my understanding the suspension of 232 duties on Steel & Aluminum Imports from the EU is due to expire on 12/31/2023 (11:59pm ET). Has there been any word if this suspension will continue or can we expect the tariffs to return? Please correct me if I have the incorrect date above. Answer […]
