9903.01.57 - Except for goods loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 9, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.28-9903.01.33, and except as provided for in heading 9903.01.34, articles the product of Tunisia, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter [Compiler's note: provision terminated. See 90 Fed. Reg. 37963.]
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 28% |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 28% |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS code, 9903.01.57, pertains to specific temporary modifications and restrictions related to articles originating from Tunisia. It is crucial to note that this provision has been terminated, as indicated by the compiler's note referencing 90 Fed. Reg. 37963. Therefore, while historically it outlined conditions and exceptions for Tunisian goods, it no longer imposes active import restrictions or duty treatments under current customs law. The exceptions noted, such as goods loaded prior to a specific date and those covered by other temporary legislation headings, were part of the historical framework of this provision.
Within the broader context of Section XXII (Special Classification Provisions) and Chapter 99 (Temporary Legislation), this particular code is situated to address specific, time-limited trade policies. It differs from sibling categories within Chapter 99, which might cover a wide array of temporary measures like trade agreement modifications or Section 22 restrictions on other commodities or origins. The scope of 9903.01.57 was exclusively focused on articles from Tunisia, creating a distinct and historically relevant classification that is now superseded by the termination notice.
As this HTS code is a leaf node, it does not possess subcategories. Its function was to define a precise set of conditions for the importation of Tunisian goods that have since expired. Understanding the historical context and the termination notice is paramount for accurate classification, as any attempt to apply this code to current importations would be incorrect. The information under this heading serves as a record of past trade policy rather than an active classification rule.