9903.02.38 - 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on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August 7, 2025, and entered for consumption or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on October 5, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.30-9903.01.33, and except as provided for in headings 9903.01.34 and 9903.02.01, articles the product of Malawi, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 15% |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 15% |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS code, 9903.02.38, pertains to specific articles originating from Malawi that are subject to temporary modifications or restrictions. The classification is part of Section XXII, which deals with special classification provisions and temporary legislation, including import restrictions proclaimed under Section 22 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act. This particular subheading outlines a conditional exemption from certain measures for goods in transit, provided they were loaded before a specific date and entered for consumption within a defined timeframe. Furthermore, it excludes products covered by other related subheadings within the 9903 series and acknowledges other exceptions provided elsewhere in the tariff schedule.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings, which generally cover live animals or other commodity-based classifications, HTS 9903.02.38 is characterized by its country of origin (Malawi) and its function as a temporary import control measure. Unlike broader classifications, its scope is narrowly defined by specific temporal conditions and exclusions, making it a highly specialized provision for goods from a particular nation.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no subcategories that further divide this classification. The practical application of this code relies entirely on fulfilling the detailed conditions and exceptions outlined in its description. Importers must carefully verify the origin of the goods, the date of loading, and the intended entry date to ensure compliance with the specified temporary restrictions and exemptions.