CB32u—Processing Additional Duties and/or Quotas Imposed by Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962

Subscriber price: $22.00, Non-subscriber price: $50.00
Estimated total study time: 2 hours 57 minutes

This course is for Customs Brokers and importers filing entries for Steel Mill and Aluminum products subject to additional duties under Section 232 of the Trade Act of 1974. It addresses practical operational issues such as the list of affected products, the applicable HTSUS Chapter 99 tariff numbers, the consequences of failure to add the additional tariff line item and duty when applicable, importer bond sufficiency, and where to obtain additional information as further developments arise.

Section 232 Safeguards. Purpose and Regulations

This lesson explores the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, with a particular focus on Section 232, which was enacted during the Cold War to address national security concerns. Section 232 tariffs are designed to protect strategic industries essential to national security by imposing additional duties or quotas on imports. The lesson covers the historical context, the investigation process, and the implementation of Section 232 remedies, including recent applications to steel and aluminum imports.

(Estimated study time: 43 minutes)

Introduction
Introduction to Section 232 Safeguards of the Trade Expansion Act
Investigation of National Security Issue for Treatment as Section 232
Laws and Regulations Pertaining to Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962
Purpose and Language of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act

Section 232 Exclusions and Entry Filing Using Chapter 99

This lesson focuses on the procedures for submitting exclusion requests under Section 232 tariffs, which are imposed due to national security concerns. It covers the criteria for exclusion, the submission process, and the steps involved in handling objections and denials. The lesson also provides guidance on the notification of trade legislation and entry processing information related to Section 232.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 29 minutes)

Introduction
Importers Can Request Exclusions from Section 232 Tariffs
Notification of Trade Legislation and Entry Processing Information Regarding Section 232
- Notification to the Public of Trade Legislation for Section 232
- Chapter 99 Subchapter III Notes Resulting from Section 232 Safeguard Actions
- Specific Tips for Entry Filing of Section 232 Goods
  - Country and Date Section 232 Duties are Based On
  - Section 232, Duty Drawback and Duty Deferral
  - HTSUS Headings that Apply to Section 232 Goods
  - Section 232 and HTSUS Chapter 98
  - Section 232 Duties and Trade Preference Programs
  - Section 232 and Foreign Trade Zone's
  - Exclusions to Section 232 Tariffs
  - Section 232 ACE Reports
When Quota Applies to Goods in Chapter 99

Post Entry Considerations for Safeguards in Chapter 99

This lesson focuses on the procedures and best practices for handling U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) rejects due to inaccurate classification or information in Chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). It covers the common reject messages received by Automated Broker Interface (ABI) filers, the steps to correct and resubmit entries, and proactive measures to avoid such rejections. Additionally, the lesson addresses bond sufficiency considerations and customs broker billing practices for shipments subject to additional duties.

(Estimated study time: 46 minutes)

Introduction
CBP Rejects for Inaccurate Classification or Information in Chapter 99
Post Entry for Goods in Chapter 99
Bond Sufficiency for Products with Additional Duties
Customs Broker Billing Consideration for Shipments with Additional Duty
Proactive Recommendations When Clients May Be Affected by Temporary Import Legislation