9903.88.20 - Articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(y) to this subchapter, each covered by an exclusion granted by the U.S. Trade Representative
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | The duty provided in the applicable subheading |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
HTS Code 9903.88.20 specifically designates articles that are the product of China and have been granted an exclusion by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). This classification is applicable only to those goods for which a specific exclusion has been formally processed and authorized under U.S. Note 20(y) of this subchapter. It represents a specific allowance or waiver from otherwise applicable import restrictions or tariffs.
This classification differs significantly from other categories within Chapter 99, which often deal with temporary legislation, trade agreement modifications, or Section 22 restrictions. While these siblings might impose broader restrictions or conditions on imports, 9903.88.20 is exclusively for goods that have *received individual clearance* from the USTR. It does not apply to general categories of Chinese goods or to goods subject to other unrelated temporary legislation.
As a leaf node within the HTS, HTS Code 9903.88.20 does not have further subcategories. The classification is complete and final for any item meeting the criteria of being a product of China and covered by a USTR-granted exclusion. Therefore, the classification hinges entirely on the existence and validity of that specific exclusion.