9903.02.47 - 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on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August 7, 2025, and entered for consumption or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on October 5, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.30-9903.01.33, and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 Nicaragua, 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 + 18% |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 18% |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS code, 9903.02.47, designates specific articles originating from Nicaragua that are subject to temporary import restrictions. It falls under Section XXII, which covers Special Classification Provisions, Temporary Legislation, and modifications proclaimed under trade agreements or Section 22 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act. This particular code is a temporary measure and therefore does not represent a permanent classification for goods based on their inherent physical characteristics, but rather on their origin and specific trade policy circumstances.
Unlike the numerous sibling categories which represent permanent classifications of goods such as live animals (0101-0105) or various manufactured products, 9903.02.47 is a provision designed to manage imports from a particular country under specific, time-limited conditions. The detailed exceptions and dates within its description are crucial for determining eligibility and the application of any associated duties or restrictions. It is imperative to consult the full text of the U.S. note 2 to this subchapter for a complete understanding of all stipulations and exclusions related to goods classified under this heading.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 9903.02.47 is determined by the origin of the goods (Nicaragua) and adherence to the precise temporal and product-specific exclusions outlined in the description. Importers must carefully verify that their merchandise meets all the criteria, including the crucial cut-off dates for loading and entry, and that the products are not explicitly excluded by the referenced headings (9903.01.30-9903.01.33) or covered by other overriding exceptions (9903.01.34 and 9903.02.01).