9903.85.14 - Except as provided in headings 9903.85.09, 9903.85.68 or 9903.85.70, derivative aluminum products of the United Kingdom, provided for in the tariff provisions enumerated in subdivision (r) of note 19 to thissubchapter
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
HTS Code 9903.85.14 classifies specific derivative aluminum products originating from the United Kingdom. This classification is part of Chapter 99, which deals with temporary legislation and trade agreement modifications. The products covered are those enumerated in subdivision (r) of Note 19 to the subchapter, with the crucial exclusion of any items already covered by headings 9903.85.09, 9903.85.68, or 9903.85.70. This means the classification is highly specific and applies only to a defined subset of UK-originating aluminum derivatives that do not fall under these other, more restrictive or alternative, tariff provisions.
Distinguishing this category from its sibling HTS codes (such as those for live animals in Chapter 01) is straightforward: HTS 9903.85.14 pertains exclusively to processed aluminum goods, not agricultural products or live animals. Within the broader Chapter 99, this code is a specialized provision for aluminum originating from a particular country (United Kingdom) under specific trade policy measures. The "derivative aluminum products" designation implies processed forms of aluminum rather than raw unwrought aluminum, requiring careful examination of the physical state and manufacturing process of the imported goods to ensure correct classification.
As HTS Code 9903.85.14 is a leaf node, it does not possess any subcategories. Therefore, classification under this code relies entirely on meeting the detailed criteria outlined in its description and the referenced Note 19(r). Importers must verify the origin of the aluminum product as the United Kingdom and confirm that it is not subject to other temporary measures or restrictions specified in the excluded headings. The absence of further subdivisions emphasizes the precise nature of this temporary import restriction and the need for meticulous documentation to support the classification.