9903.88.66 - Effective with respect to entries on or after December 1, 2021, and before June 1, 2023, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(sss) to this subchapter, each covered by an exclusion granted by the U.S. Trade Representative

This HTS category, 9903.88.66, specifically addresses articles originating from China that have received an exclusion granted by the U.S. Trade Representative. This designation is effective for entries made between December 1, 2021, and June 1, 2023, as further defined by U.S. Note 20(sss) to this subchapter. The key classification criterion here is the existence of a specific exclusion granted by the U.S. Trade Representative for goods that would otherwise be subject to specific tariffs or import restrictions.

Unlike the preceding sibling categories which classify various live animals, or other goods based on their inherent physical characteristics, materials, or end-use, this category functions as a temporary measure within the Special Classification Provisions. It signifies a modification to standard tariff treatments for particular Chinese-origin goods, contingent upon official administrative action (the exclusion). Therefore, classification under 9903.88.66 is not determined by the inherent nature of the goods themselves, but by their origin and the specific import relief granted.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification is solely dependent on meeting the criteria outlined: being a product of China, falling within the specified effective dates, and possessing an active exclusion granted by the U.S. Trade Representative as referenced in U.S. Note 20(sss). Importers must verify the existence and validity of such an exclusion for the specific goods being entered to correctly utilize this HTS code.