9903.01.60 - 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 Libya, Moldova, or Switzerland, 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 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 31% |
| Special Rate of Duty | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 31% |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
HTS 9903.01.60 falls under Section XXII, which governs Special Classification Provisions and Temporary Legislation. This specific code represents a temporary modification to import restrictions, primarily impacting articles originating from Libya, Moldova, or Switzerland. It is crucial to note that the provisions outlined in this heading have been terminated, as indicated by the compiler's note referencing a Federal Register publication. The exceptions within this code, such as goods in transit before a specific date and certain product exclusions, highlight the dynamic and time-sensitive nature of these temporary measures.
Unlike the primary product-based headings found in earlier chapters of the HTS, such as Chapter 01 for live animals, HTS 9903.01.60 does not classify goods based on their inherent physical characteristics or intended use. Instead, its classification is determined by the origin of the goods and specific legislative proclamations that impose temporary import restrictions or modifications. Therefore, when encountering goods from Libya, Moldova, or Switzerland, it is essential to consult the most current HTS annotations and relevant legal notices to ascertain if any temporary restrictions under this or similar codes are in effect.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories to explore under HTS 9903.01.60. Its sole purpose is to define specific, time-bound temporary import provisions. Importers and customs brokers must pay close attention to the precise wording and effective dates of such provisions to ensure compliance, as non-compliance can lead to delays, penalties, and seizure of goods. The termination of this specific provision underscores the importance of staying updated with trade legislation.