[House Report 105-671]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
105th Congress Report
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
2d Session 105-671
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MISCELLANEOUS TRADE AND TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS ACT OF 1998
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August 3, 1998.--Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the
State of the Union and ordered to be printed
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Mr. Archer, from the Committee on Ways and Means, submitted the
following
R E P O R T
[To accompany H.R. 4342]
[Including cost estimate of the Congressional Budget Office]
The Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the
bill (H.R. 4342) to make miscellaneous and technical changes to
various trade laws, and for other purposes, having considered
the same, report favorably thereon with an amendment and
recommend that the bill as amended do pass.
CONTENTS
Page
I. Introduction.....................................................41
A. Purpose and Summary................................... 41
B. Background and Need for Legislation................... 42
C. Legislative History................................... 42
II. Explanation of Provisions........................................43
III.Vote of the Committee...........................................101
IV. Budget Effects of the Bill......................................101
A. Committee Estimates of Budgetary Effects.............. 101
B. Budget Authority and Tax Expenditures................. 102
C. Cost Estimate Prepared by the Congressional Budget
Office............................................... 102
V. Other Matters to be Discussed Under the Rules of the House......103
A. Committee Oversight Findings and Recommendations...... 103
B. Summary of Findings and Recommendations of the
Committee on Government Reform and Oversight......... 103
C. Constitutional Authority Statement.................... 103
VI. Changes in Existing Law Made by the Bill, as Reported...........103
The amendment is as follows:
Strike out all after the enacting clause and insert in lieu
thereof the following:
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS.
(a) Short Title.--This Act may be cited as the ``Miscellaneous Trade
and Technical Corrections Act of 1998''.
(b) Table of Contents.--
Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents.
TITLE I--MISCELLANEOUS TRADE CORRECTIONS
Sec. 1001. Clerical amendments.
Sec. 1002. Obsolete references to GATT.
TITLE II--TEMPORARY DUTY SUSPENSIONS; OTHER TRADE PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--Temporary Duty Suspensions
Sec. 2001. 6-chloro-4-(cyclopropylethynyl)-1, 4-dihydro-4-
(trifluromethyl)-2h-3, 1-Benzoxazin-2-one.
Sec. 2002. Oxirane, (s)-triphenylmethyloxy)methyl)-.
Sec. 2003. [r-(r*,r*)]-1,2,3,4-butanetetrol-1,4-dimethanesulfonate.
Sec. 2004. (s)-n-[[5-[2-(2-amino-4,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4-oxo-1h-
pyrimido[5,4-b][1,4]thiazin-6-yl)ethyl]-2-thienyl]carbonyl]-l-glutamic
acid.
Sec. 2005. 2-Amino-6-methyl-5-(4-pyridinylthio)-4-(1h)-quinazolinone,
dihydrochloride.
Sec. 2006. 9-[2-[[bis [(pivaloyloxy) methoxy] phosphinyl]- methoxy]
ethyl]adenine.
Sec. 2007. (R)-9-[-2-(phos phononmethoxy propyl)adenine.
Sec. 2008. (R)-propylene carbonate.
Sec. 2009. 9-(2-hydroxyethyl)adenine.
Sec. 2010. (R)-9-(2-hydroxypropyl)adenine.
Sec. 2011. Chloromethyl-2-propyl carbonate.
Sec. 2012. (R)-chloropropanediol.
Sec. 2013. Irganox 1520.
Sec. 2014. Irganox 1425.
Sec. 2015. Irganox 565.
Sec. 2016. Irganox 1520LR.
Sec. 2017. Irgacor 252LD.
Sec. 2018. Irgacor 1405.
Sec. 2019. 2-amino-4-(4-aminobenzoyl amino)-benzenesulfonic acid sodium
salt.
Sec. 2020. 5-amino-n-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2,3-xylenesulfonamide.
Sec. 2021. 3-amino-2,-(sulfatoethyl sulfonyl) ethyl benzamide.
Sec. 2022. ACM.
Sec. 2023. C.I. Pigment Yellow 109.
Sec. 2024. C.I. Pigment Yellow 110.
Sec. 2025. Halofenozide.
Sec. 2026. -bromo--nitrostyrene.
Sec. 2027. Beta Hydroxyalkylamide.
Sec. 2028. 2,6-dimethyl-m-dioxan-4-ol Acetate.
Sec. 2029. Grilamid TR90.
Sec. 2030. C.I. Pigment Yellow 181.
Sec. 2031. Butanamide, 2,2,-[3,3,-dichloro [1,1,-biphenyl]-4,4,-diyl)
bis (azo)] bis [n-(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1h-benzimidazol-5-yl)-3-oxo
(pigment orange).
Sec. 2032. Butanamide, n,n,-(3,3,dimethyl[1,1,-biphenyl]-4,4,-
diyl)bis[2-[2,4-dichlorophenyl)azo]-3-oxo-.
Sec. 2033. C.I. Pigment Yellow 154.
Sec. 2034. C.I. Pigment Yellow 180.
Sec. 2035. C.I. Pigment Yellow 191.
Sec. 2036. KN001.
Sec. 2037. DEMT.
Sec. 2038. IN-w4280.
Sec. 2039. 2-chloro-n-[2,6-dinitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-N-ethyl-
6-fluorobenzene- methanamine.
Sec. 2040. Propanoic acid, 2-[4-[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-
pyridinyl)oxy]phenoxy]-2-propynyl ester.
Sec. 2041. 2,4-dichloro 3,5-dinitrobenzotrifluoride.
Sec. 2042. Acetic acid, [(5-chloro-8-quinolinyl)oxy]-, 1-methylhexyl
ester.
Sec. 2043. Acetic acid, [[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-[(tetrahydro-3-oxo-1H,
3H-[1,3,4] thiadiazolo [3,4-a]pyridazin-1-ylidene)amino]phenyl]thio]-,
methyl ester.
Sec. 2044. Chloroacetone.
Sec. 2045. Sodium N-methyl-N oleoyl taurate.
Sec. 2046. Dialkylnaphthalene sulfonic acid sodium salt.
Sec. 2047. O-(6-chloro-3-phenyl-4-pyridazinyl)-S-octyl-carbonothioate.
Sec. 2048. 4-cyclopropyl-6-methyl-2-phenylamino-pyrimidine.
Sec. 2049. O, O-dimethyl-s-[5-methoxy-2-oxo-1,3,4-thiadiazol-3(2h)-yl-
methyl]-dithiophosphate.
Sec. 2050. (Ethyl [2-(4-phenoxyphenoxy) ethyl] carbamate.
Sec. 2051. 3-(6-methoxy-4-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-1-[2-(2-
chloroethoxy)-phenylsulfonyl]-urea.
Sec. 2052. [(2S,4R)/(2R,4S)]/[(2R,4R)/(2S,4S)-1-(2-[4-(4-chloro-
phenoxy)-2-chlorophenyl]-4-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl-methyl)-1H-1,2,4-
triazole.
Sec. 2053. Substrates of synthetic quartz or synthetic fused silica.
Sec. 2054. KL540.
Sec. 2055. Methyl thioglycolate.
Sec. 2056. Tebufenozide.
Sec. 2057. Organic luminescent pigments, dyes, and fibers for security
applications, and 4-Hexylresorcinol (excluding daylight florescent
pigments and dyes).
Sec. 2058. DPX-e6758.
Sec. 2059. Benzenepropanal, 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-alpha-Methyl-.
Sec. 2060. Elimination of duty on Ziram.
Sec. 2061. Ethylene, tetrafluoro copolymer with ethylene (ETFE).
Sec. 2062. 2-naphthalene-carboxamide 4-[[5-[[[4-
(aminocarbonyl)phenyl]amino] carbonyl]-2-methoxyphenyl]azo]-n-(5-
chloro-2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-3-hydroxy-.
Sec. 2063. Benzenesulfonic acid, 4-[[3-[[2-hydroxy-3-[[4-methoxyphenyl)
amino]carbonyl]-1-naphtha- lenyl]azo]-4-methylbenzoyl]amino]-, calcium
salt (2:1).
Sec. 2064. Pigment Red 185.
Sec. 2065. Pigment Red 208.
Sec. 2066. Pigment Red 188.
Sec. 2067. Certain weaving machines.
Sec. 2068. Chloromethyl pivalate.
Sec. 2069. 9-[2-(r)-[[bis [[isopropoxycarbonyl) oxymethoxy]phosphinoyl]
methoxy]propyl] adenine fumarate (1:1).
Sec. 2070. Diethyl p-toluene sulfonyloxymenthylphosphonate.
Sec. 2071. 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2-[[1-[[(2,3-di-hydro-2-oxo-
1h-benzimidazol-5-yl)amino carbonyl]-2-oxopropyl]azo]-,dimethyl ester.
Sec. 2072. Anti-HIV/anti-AIDS drugs.
Sec. 2073. Anti-cancer drugs.
Sec. 2074. 2-amino-5-bromo-6-methyl-4-(1h)-quinazol- inone.
Sec. 2075. 2-amino-6-methyl-5-(4-pyridinylthio)-4-(1h)-quinazolinone.
Sec. 2076. 2-amino-5-nitrothiazole.
Sec. 2077. 2-amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt.
Sec. 2078. 2-amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monoammonium salt.
Sec. 2079. 2-amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid.
Sec. 2080. 3-(4,5-dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1h-pyrazol-1-
y1)benzenesulfonic acid.
Sec. 2081. 4-chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid.
Sec. 2082. 4-chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monopotassium salt.
Sec. 2083. 4-chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt.
Sec. 2084. 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid.
Sec. 2085. 6-bromo-2,4,dinitroaniline.
Sec. 2086. 4-chloropyridine hydrochloride.
Sec. 2087. 3-ethoxycarbonyl-aminophenyl-n-phenyl- carbamate
(desmedipham).
Sec. 2088. [s-(r*,r*)]-2,3-dihydroxy-butanedioic acid.
Sec. 2089. (3s)-2,2-dimethyl-3-thiomorpholine carboxylic acid.
Sec. 2090. Diiodomethyl-p-tolylsulfone.
Sec. 2091. 2-ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranyl
methanesulfonate (ethofumesate).
Sec. 2092. Skating boots for use in the manufacture of in-line roller
skates.
Sec. 2093. 2-4-dichloro-5-hydrazino-phenol-monohy- drochloride.
Sec. 2094. 3-mercapto-d-valine.
Sec. 2095. 6-amino-1,3-naphthalenedisulfonic acid.
Sec. 2096. 6-amino-1,3-naphthalenedisulfonic acid, disodium salt.
Sec. 2097. 7-acetylamino-4-hydroxy-2-naphthalene- sulfonic acid,
monosodium salt.
Sec. 2098. 4-benzoylamino-5-hydroxy-2,7-naphthalene- disulfonic acid.
Sec. 2099. 4-benzoylamino-5-hydroxy-2,7-naphthalene- disulfonic acid,
monosodium salt.
Sec. 2100. P-ethylphenol.
Sec. 2101. Pantera.
Sec. 2102. 3-methyl- carbonyl- aminophenyl-3'-methyl-carbanilate
(phenmedipham).
Sec. 2103. 2-amino-p-cresol.
Sec. 2104. 4-phenoxypyridine.
Sec. 2105. P-nitrobenzoic acid.
Sec. 2106. P-toluenesulfonamide.
Sec. 2107. Tannic acid.
Sec. 2108. Polymers of tetrafluoroethylene, hexafluoropropylene, and
vinylidene fluoride.
Sec. 2109. Methyl 2-[[[[[4-(dimethylamino)-6-(2,2,2- trifluoroethoxy)-
1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]- amino]carbonyl]-amino]sulfonyl]-3-methylbenzoate
(trisulfuron methyl).
Sec. 2110. Suspension of duty on certain manufacturing equipment.
Sec. 2111. SE2SI Spray Granulated (HOE S 4291).
Sec. 2112. Personal effects of participants in certain world athletic
events.
Sec. 2113. Effective date.
Subtitle B--Other Trade Provisions
Sec. 2501. Extension of certain trade benefits of insular possessions
of the United States to certain fine jewelry .
Sec. 2502. Tariff treatment for certain components of scientific
instruments and apparatus.
Sec. 2503. Liquidation or reliquidation of certain entries.
Sec. 2504. Finished petroleum derivatives drawback.
Sec. 2505. Drawback and refund of packaging material.
Sec. 2506. Inclusion of commercial importation data from foreign-trade
zones under the National Customs Automation Program.
Sec. 2507. Large yachts imported for sale at United States boat shows.
Sec. 2508. Review of protests against decisions of Customs Service.
Sec. 2509. Entries of NAFTA-origin goods.
Sec. 2510. Treatment of international travel merchandise held at
Customs-approved storage rooms.
Sec. 2511. Exception to 5-year reviews of countervailing duty or
antidumping duty orders.
TITLE I--MISCELLANEOUS TRADE CORRECTIONS
SEC. 1001. CLERICAL AMENDMENTS.
(a) Trade Act of 1974.--(1) Section 233(a) of the Trade Act of 1974
(19 U.S.C. 2293(a)) is amended--
(A) by aligning the text of paragraph (2) that precedes
subparagraph (A) with the text of paragraph (1); and
(B) by aligning the text of subparagraphs (A) and (B) of
paragraph (2) with the text of subparagraphs (A) and (B) of
paragraph (3).
(2) Section 141(b) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2171(b)) is
amended--
(A) in paragraph (3) by striking ``Limitation on
appointments.--''; and
(B) by aligning the text of paragraph (3) with the text of
paragraph (2).
(3) The item relating to section 410 in the table of contents for the
Trade Act of 1974 is repealed.
(4) Section 411 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2441), and the
item relating to section 411 in the table of contents for that Act, are
repealed.
(5) Section 154(b) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2194(b)) is
amended by striking ``For purposes of'' and all that follows through
``90-day period'' and inserting ``For purposes of sections 203(c) and
407(c)(2), the 90-day period''.
(6) Section 406(e)(2) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2436(e)(2))
is amended by moving subparagraphs (B) and (C) 2 ems to the left.
(7) Section 503(a)(2)(A)(ii) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C.
2463(a)(2)(A)(ii)) is amended by striking subclause (II) and inserting
the following:
``(II) the direct costs of processing
operations performed in such
beneficiary developing country or such
member countries,
is not less than 35 percent of the appraised
value of such article at the time it is
entered.''.
(8) Section 802(b)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C.
2492(b)(1)(A)) is amended--
(A) by striking ``481(e)'' and inserting ``489''; and
(B) by inserting ``(22 U.S.C. 2291h)'' after ``1961''.
(9) Section 804 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2494) is amended
by striking ``481(e)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22
U.S.C. 2291(e)(1))'' and inserting ``489 of the Foreign Assistance Act
of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2291h)''.
(10) Section 805(2) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2495(2)) is
amended by striking ``and'' after the semicolon.
(11) The table of contents for the Trade Act of 1974 is amended by
adding at the end the following:
``TITLE VIII--TARIFF TREATMENT OF PRODUCTS OF, AND OTHER SANCTIONS
AGAINST, UNCOOPERATIVE MAJOR DRUG PRODUCING OR DRUG-TRANSIT COUNTRIES
``Sec. 801. Short title.
``Sec. 802. Tariff treatment of products of uncooperative major drug
producing or drug-transit countries.
``Sec. 803. Sugar quota.
``Sec. 804. Progress reports.
``Sec. 805. Definitions.''.
(b) Other Trade Laws.--(1) Section 13031 of the Consolidated Omnibus
Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C. 58c) is amended--
(A) in subsection (e) by aligning the text of paragraph (1)
with the text of paragraph (2); and
(B) in subsection (f)(3)--
(i) in subparagraph (A)(ii) by striking ``subsection
(a)(1) through (a)(8)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (1)
through (8) of subsection (a)''; and
(ii) in subparagraph (C)(ii)(I) by striking
``paragraph (A)(i)'' and inserting ``subparagraph
(A)(i)''.
(2) Section 3(a) of the Act of June 18, 1934 (commonly referred to as
the ``Foreign Trade Zones Act'') (19 U.S.C. 81c(a)) is amended by
striking the second period at the end of the last sentence.
(3) Section 9 of the Act of June 18, 1934 (commonly referred to as
the ``Foreign Trade Zones Act'') (19 U.S.C. 81i) is amended by striking
``Post Office Department, the Public Health Service, the Bureau of
Immigration'' and inserting ``United States Postal Service, the Public
Health Service, the Immigration and Naturalization Service''.
(4) The table of contents for the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 is
amended--
(A) in the item relating to section 411 by striking ``Special
Representative'' and inserting ``Trade Representative''; and
(B) by inserting after the items relating to subtitle D of
title IV the following:
``Subtitle E--Standards and Measures Under the North American Free
Trade Agreement
``Chapter 1--Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures
``Sec. 461. General.
``Sec. 462. Inquiry point.
``Sec. 463. Chapter definitions.
``Chapter 2--Standards-related Measures
``Sec. 471. General.
``Sec. 472. Inquiry point.
``Sec. 473. Chapter definitions.
``Chapter 3--Subtitle Definitions
``Sec. 481. Definitions.
``Subtitle F--International Standard-Setting Activities
``Sec. 491. Notice of United States participation in international
standard-setting activities.
``Sec. 492. Equivalence determinations.
``Sec. 493. Definitions.''.
(5)(A) Section 3(a)(9) of the Miscellaneous Trade and Technical
Corrections Act of 1996 is amended by striking ``631(a)'' and
``1631(a)'' and inserting ``631'' and ``1631'', respectively.
(B) Section 50(c)(2) of such Act is amended by striking ``applied to
entry'' and inserting ``applied to such entry''.
(6) Section 8 of the Act of August 5, 1935 (19 U.S.C. 1708) is
repealed.
(7) Section 584(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1584(a)) is
amended--
(A) in the last sentence of paragraph (2), by striking
``102(17) and 102(15), respectively, of the Controlled
Substances Act'' and inserting ``102(18) and 102(16),
respectively, of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C.
802(18) and 802(16))''; and
(B) in paragraph (3)--
(i) by striking ``or which consists of any spirits,''
and all that follows through ``be not shown,''; and
(ii) by striking ``, and, if any manifested
merchandise'' and all that follows through the end and
inserting a period.
(8) Section 621(4)(A) of the North American Free Trade Agreement
Implementation Act, as amended by section 21(d)(12) of the
Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Amendments Act of 1996, is amended by
striking ``disclosure within 30 days'' and inserting ``disclosure, or
within 30 days''.
(9) Section 558(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1558(b)) is
amended by striking ``(c)'' each place it appears and inserting
``(h)''.
(10) Section 441 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1441) is
amended by striking paragraph (6).
(11) Section 431(c)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.
1431(c)(1)) is amended by amending the matter preceding subparagraph
(A) to read as follows: ``Except as provided in paragraph (2), the
following information, when contained in such vessel or aircraft
manifest, shall be available for public disclosure:''.
SEC. 1002. OBSOLETE REFERENCES TO GATT.
(a) Forest Resources Conservation and Shortage Relief Act of 1990.--
(1)(A) Section 488(b) of the Forest Resources Conservation and Shortage
Relief Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 620(b)) is amended--
(i) in paragraph (3) by striking ``General Agreement on
Tariffs and Trade'' and inserting ``GATT 1994 (as defined in
section 2(1)(B) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act)'' ; and
(ii) in paragraph (5) by striking ``General Agreement on
Tariffs and Trade'' and inserting ``WTO Agreement and the
multilateral trade agreements (as such terms are defined in
paragraphs (9) and (4), respectively, of section 2 of the
Uruguay Round Agreements Act)''.
(B) Section 491(g) of that Act (16 U.S.C. 620c(g)) is amended by
striking ``Contracting Parties to the General Agreement on Tariffs and
Trade'' and inserting ``Dispute Settlement Body of the World Trade
Organization (as the term `World Trade Organization' is defined in
section 2(8) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act)''.
(b) International Financial Institutions Act.--Section 1403(b) of the
International Financial Institutions Act (22 U.S.C. 262n-2(b)) is
amended--
(1) in paragraph (1)(A) by striking ``General Agreement on
Tariffs and Trade or Article 10'' and all that follows through
``Trade'' and inserting ``GATT 1994 as defined in section
2(1)(B) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act, or Article 3.1(a)
of the Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures
referred to in section 101(d)(12) of that Act''; and
(2) in paragraph (2)(B) by striking ``Article 6'' and all
that follows through ``Trade'' and inserting ``Article 15 of
the Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures referred
to in subparagraph (A)''.
(c) Bretton Woods Agreements Act.--Section 49(a)(3) of the Bretton
Woods Agreements Act (22 U.S.C. 286gg(a)(3)) is amended by striking
``GATT Secretariat'' and inserting ``Secretariat of the World Trade
Organization (as the term `World Trade Organization' is defined in
section 2(8) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act)''.
(d) Fishermen's Protective Act of 1967.--Section 8(a)(4) of the
Fishermen's Protective Act of 1967 (22 U.S.C. 1978(a)(4)) is amended by
striking ``General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade'' and inserting
``World Trade Organization (as defined in section 2(8) of the Uruguay
Round Agreements Act) or the multilateral trade agreements (as defined
in section 2(4) of that Act)''.
(e) United States-Hong Kong Policy Act of 1992.--Section 102(3) of
the United States-Hong Kong Policy Act of 1992 (22 U.S.C. 5712(3)) is
amended--
(1) by striking ``contracting party to the General Agreement
on Tariffs and Trade'' and inserting ``WTO member country (as
defined in section 2(10) of the Uruguay Round Agreements
Act)''; and
(2) by striking ``latter organization'' and inserting ``World
Trade Organization (as defined in section 2(8) of that Act)''.
(f) NOAA Fleet Modernization Act.--Section 607(b)(8) of the NOAA
Fleet Modernization Act (33 U.S.C. 891e(b)(8)) is amended by striking
``Agreement on Interpretation'' and all that follows through ``trade
negotiations'' and inserting ``Agreement on Subsidies and
Countervailing Measures referred to in section 101(d)(12) of the
Uruguay Round Agreements Act, or any other export subsidy prohibited by
that agreement''.
(g) Energy Policy Act of 1992.--(1) Section 1011(b) of the Energy
Policy Act of 1992 (42 U.S.C. 2296b(b)) is amended by striking
``General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade'' and inserting ``multilateral
trade agreements (as defined in section 2(4) of the Uruguay Round
Agreements Act)''.
(2) Section 1017(c) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 2296b-6(c)) is amended--
(A) by striking ``General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade''
and inserting ``multilateral trade agreements (as defined in
section 2(4) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act)''; and
(B) by striking ``United States-Canada Free Trade Agreement''
and inserting ``North American Free Trade Agreement''.
(h) Energy Policy Conservation Act.--Section 400AA(a)(3) of the
Energy Policy Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6374(a)(3)) is amended in
subparagraphs (F) and (G) by striking ``General Agreement on Tariffs
and Trade'' each place it appears and inserting ``multilateral trade
agreements as defined in section 2(4) of the Uruguay Round Agreements
Act''.
(i) Title 49, United States Code.--Section 50103 of title 49, United
States Code, is amended in subsections (c)(2) and (e)(2) by striking
``General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade'' and inserting ``multilateral
trade agreements (as defined in section 2(4) of the Uruguay Round
Agreements Act)''.
TITLE II--TEMPORARY DUTY SUSPENSIONS; OTHER TRADE PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--Temporary Duty Suspensions
SEC. 2001. 6-CHLORO-4-(CYCLOPROPYLETHYNYL)-1, 4-DIHYDRO-4-
(TRIFLUROMETHYL)-2H-3, 1-BENZOXAZIN-2-ONE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.56 6-Chloro-4-
(cyclopropylethynyl
)-1, 4-Dihydro-4-
(trifluromethyl)-2H-
3, 1-Benzoxazin-2-
one (CAS No. 154598-
52-4) (provided for
in subheading
2934.90.3000)...... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2002. OXIRANE, (S)-TRIPHENYLMETHYLOXY)METHYL)-.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.09 Oxirane, (S)-
Triphenylmethyloxy)
methyl)- (CAS No.
129940-50-7)
(provided for in
subheading
2910.90.20)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2003. [R-(R*,R*)]-1,2,3,4-BUTANETETROL-1,4-DIMETHANESULFONATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.24 [R-(R*,R*)]-1,2,3,4-
Butanetetrol-1,4-
dimethanesulfonate
(CAS No. 1947-62-
2) (provided for
in subheading
2905.49.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2004. (S)-N-[[5-[2-(2-AMINO-4,6,7,8-TETRAHYDRO-4-OXO-1H-
PYRIMIDO[5,4-B][1,4]THIAZIN-6-YL)ETHYL]-2-
THIENYL]CARBONYL]-L-GLUTAMIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.25 (S)-N-[[5-[2-(2-
amino-4,6,7,8-
tetrahydro-4-oxo-
1H-pyrimido[5,4-
b][1,4]thiazin-6-
yl)ethyl]-2-
thienyl]carbonyl]-
L-glutamic acid
(CAS No. 177575-17-
6) (provided for
in subheading
2934.90.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2005. 2-AMINO-6-METHYL-5-(4-PYRIDINYLTHIO)-4-(1H)-QUINAZOLINONE,
DIHYDROCHLORIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.26 2-amino-6-methyl-5-
(4-pyridinylthio)-
4-(1H)-
quinazolinone,
dihydrochloride
(CAS No. 152946-68-
4) (provided for
in subheading
2933.59.70)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2006. 9-[2-[[BIS [(PIVALOYLOXY) METHOXY] PHOSPHINYL]- METHOXY]
ETHYL]ADENINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.01 9-[2-[[Bis
[(pivaloyloxy)
methoxy]
phosphinyl]-
methoxy]
ethyl]adenine (CAS
No. 142340-99-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.59)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2007. (R)-9-[-2-(PHOS PHONONMETHOXY PROPYL)ADENINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.03 (R)-9-[-2-(Phos
phononmethoxy
propyl)adenine
(CAS No. 147127-20-
6) (provided for
in subheading
2933.59.95)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2008. (R)-PROPYLENE CARBONATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.04 (R)-Propylene
carbonate (CAS No.
16606-55-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2920.90.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2009. 9-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)ADENINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.05 9-(2-
Hydroxyethyl)adeni
ne (CAS No. 707-99-
3) (provided for
in subheading
2933.59.95)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2010. (R)-9-(2-HYDROXYPROPYL)ADENINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.06 (R)-9-(2-
Hydroxypropyl)aden
ine (CAS No. 14047-
28-0) (provided
for in subheading
2933.59.95)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2011. CHLOROMETHYL-2-PROPYL CARBONATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.07 Chloromethyl-2-
propyl carbonate
(CAS No. 35180-01-
9) (provided for
in subheading
2920.90.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2012. (R)-CHLOROPROPANEDIOL.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.08 (R)-
Chloropropanediol
(CAS No. 57090-45-
6) (provided for
in subheading
2905.39.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2013. IRGANOX 1520.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.14 2,4-bis[(octylthio)
methyl]-o-cresol
(CAS No. 110553-27-
0) provided for in
subheading
2930.90.29)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999 ''.
SEC. 2014. IRGANOX 1425.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.16 Calcium
bis[monoethyl (3,5-
di-tert-butyl-4-
hydroxybenzyl)phosp
honate]-(Cas No.
65140-91-2)
provided for in
subheading
2931.00.30)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999 ''.
SEC. 2015. IRGANOX 565.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.18 4-[[4,6-
bis(octylthio)-
1,3,5-triazine-2-
yl]amino]-2,6-
bis(1,1-
dimethylethyl)pheno
l (CAS No. 991-84-
4) provided for in
subheading
2933.69.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999 ''.
SEC. 2016. IRGANOX 1520LR.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.38.13 2,4-bis[(octylthio)
methyl]-o-cresol;
epoxidized
triglyceride
(provided for in
subheading
3812.30.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999 ''.
SEC. 2017. IRGACOR 252LD.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.30 (2-
Benzothiazolylthio)
butanedioic acid
(CAS No. 95154-01-
1) (provided for in
subheading
2934.20.40......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999 ''.
SEC. 2018. IRGACOR 1405.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new item:
`` 9902.32.32 4-methyl--
oxo-benzenebutanoic
acid compounded
with 4-
ethylmorpholine
(2:1) (CAS No.
171054-89-0)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.39)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999 ''.
SEC. 2019. 2-AMINO-4-(4-AMINOBENZOYL AMINO)-BENZENESULFONIC ACID SODIUM
SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.30.91 2-amino-4-(4-
aminobenzoyl
amino)-
benzenesulfoni
c acid sodium
salt (CAS No.
167614-37-1)
(provided for
in subheading
2930.90.29)... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000 ''.
SEC. 2020. 5-AMINO-N-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)-2,3-XYLENESULFONAMIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.15 5-Amino-N-(2-
hydroxyethyl)-
2,3-
xylenesulfonam
ide (CAS No.
25797-78-8)
(provided for
in subheading
2935.00.95)... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000 ''.
SEC. 2021. 3-AMINO-2,-(SULFATOETHYL SULFONYL) ETHYL BENZAMIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.30.90 3-amino-2-
(sulfatoethyl
sulfonyl)
ethyl
benzamide (CAS
No. 121315-20-
6) (provided
for in
subheading
2930.90.29)... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000 ''.
SEC. 2022. ACM.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.95 Phosphinic acid,
[3-(acetyloxy)-3-
cyanopropyl]methyl-
, butyl ester (CAS
No. 167004-78-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2931.00.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2023. C.I. PIGMENT YELLOW 109.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.00 C.I. Pigment
Yellow 109 Benzoic
acid, 2,3,4,5-
tetrachloro-6-
cyano-,methyl
ester, reaction
product with 2-
methyl-1,3-
benzenediamine and
sodium methoxide
(CAS No. 106276-79-
3) (provided for
in subheading
3204.17.04)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2024. C.I. PIGMENT YELLOW 110.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.05 C.I. Pigment
Yellow 110 Benzoic
acid, 2,3,4,5-
tetrachloro-6-
cyano-,methyl
ester, reaction
products with p-
phenylenediamine
and sodium
methoxide (CAS No.
106276-80-6)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2025. HALOFENOZIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.28 Benzoic acid, 4-
chloro-2-benzoyl-2-
(1,1-
dimethylethyl)
hydrazide (CAS No.
112226-61-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2928.00.25)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2026. -BROMO--NITROSTYRENE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.92 -Bromo-
-
nitrostyrene (CAS
No. 7166-19-0)
(provided for in
subheading
2904.90.47)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2027. BETA HYDROXYALKYLAMIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.38.25 N,N,N,N-
tetrakis (2-
hydroxyethyl)
hexane diamide
(Beta
Hydroxyalkylam
ide) (CAS No.
6334-25-4)
(provided for
in subheading
3824.90.90)... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000 ''.
SEC. 2028. 2,6-DIMETHYL-M-DIOXAN-4-OL ACETATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.94 2,6-Dimethyl-m-
dioxan-4-ol
acetate (CAS No.
000828-00-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2932.99.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2029. GRILAMID TR90.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.39.12 Dodecanedioic
acid, polymer
with 4,41-
methylenebis
(2-
methylcyclohex
anamine) (CAS
No. 163800-66-
6) (provided
for in
subheading
3908.90.70)... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/99 ''.
SEC. 2030. C.I. PIGMENT YELLOW 181.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.20 C.I. Pigment Yellow
181 N-[4-
(aminocarbonyl)phen
yl]-4-[[1[[(2,3-
dihydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-
yl)amino] carbonyl]-
2-
oxopropyl]azo]benza
mide (CAS No.
074441-05-7)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2031. BUTANAMIDE, 2,2,-[3,3,-DICHLORO [1,1,-BIPHENYL]-4,4,-DIYL)
BIS (AZO)] BIS [N-(2,3-DIHYDRO-2-OXO-1H-
BENZIMIDAZOL-5-YL)-3-OXO (PIGMENT ORANGE).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.33 Butanamide, 2,2-[3,3-
dichloro[1,1-bi-
phenyl]-4,4-
diyl)bis(azo)]
bis[N-2,3-dihydro-2-
oxo-1H-benzimidazol-
5-yl)-3-oxo
(Pigment Orange 72)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2032. BUTANAMIDE, N,N,-(3,3,DIMETHYL[1,1,-BIPHENYL]-4,4,-
DIYL)BIS[2-[2,4-DICHLOROPHENYL)AZO]-3-OXO-.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.04 Butanamide, N,N-
(3,3dimethyl [1,1-
biphenyl] -4,4-
diyl) bis[2-[2,4-
dichlorophenyl)azo]-
3-oxo- (C.I.
Pigment Yellow 16)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2033. C.I. PIGMENT YELLOW 154.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.27 C.I. Pigment Yellow
154 Butanamide, N-
(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-
1H-benzimidazol-5-
yl)-3-oxo-2-[[2-
(trifluoro-
methyl)phenyl]azo]-
(CAS No. 068134-22-
5) (provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2034. C.I. PIGMENT YELLOW 180.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.22 C.I. Pigment Yellow
180 Butanamide, 2,2-
[1-2,-ethanediylbis-
(oxy-2,1-
phenyleneazo)
]bis[N-(2,3-dihydro-
2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-yl)-
3-oxo- (provided
for in subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2035. C.I. PIGMENT YELLOW 191.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.28 Benzenesulfonic
acid, 4-chloro-2-
[[5-hydroxy-3-
methyl-1-(3-
sulfophenyl)-1H-
pyrazol-4-yl]azo]-5-
methyl-,calcium
salt (1:1) (C.I.
Pigment Yellow 191)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2036. KN001.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.30.05 2-4-dichlon-5-
hydrozyhydrazine
hydrochloride (CAS
No. 189573-21-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2928.00.25)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
00 ''.
SEC. 2037. DEMT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.50 N,N-diethyl-m-
toluidine (DEMT)
(CAS No. 91-67-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.43.80)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2038. IN-W4280.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.51 2,4-dichloro-5-
hydroxy-
phenylhydrazine
(CAS No. 39807-21-
1) (provided for in
subheading
2928.00.5000)...... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
00 ''.
SEC. 2039. 2-CHLORO-N-[2,6-DINITRO-4-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)PHENYL]-N-ETHYL-
6-FLUOROBENZENE- METHANAMINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.24 2-chloro-N-[2,6-
dinitro-4-
(trifluoromethyl)p
henyl]-N-ethyl-6-
fluorobenzenemetha
namine. (CAS No.
62924-70-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.49.95)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2040. PROPANOIC ACID, 2-[4-[(5-CHLORO-3-FLUORO-2-
PYRIDINYL)OXY]PHENOXY]-2-PROPYNYL ESTER.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.23 Propanoic acid, 2-
[4-[(5-chloro-3-
fluoro-2-
pyridinyl)oxy]-
phenoxy]-2-
propynyl ester.
(CAS No. 105512-06-
9) (provided for
in subheading
2918.90.20.50).... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2041. 2,4-DICHLORO 3,5-DINITROBENZOTRIFLUORIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.10 2,4 dichloro 3,5
dinitro
benzotrifluoride.
(CAS No. 29091-09-
6) (provided for
in subheading
2910.90.20)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2042. ACETIC ACID, [(5-CHLORO-8-QUINOLINYL)OXY]-, 1-METHYLHEXYL
ESTER.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.33 Acetic acid, [(5-
chloro-8-
quinolinyl)oxy]-,
1-methylhexyl
ester. (CAS No.
99607-70-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.90.82.90).... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2043. ACETIC ACID, [[2-CHLORO-4-FLUORO-5-[(TETRAHYDRO-3-OXO-1H,
3H-[1,3,4] THIADIAZOLO [3,4-A]PYRIDAZIN-1-
YLIDENE)AMINO]PHENYL]THIO]-, METHYL ESTER.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.34 Acetic acid, [[2-
chloro-4-fluoro-5-
[(tetrahydro-3-oxo-
1H, 3H-[1,3,4]
thiadiazolo [3,4-
a] pyridazin-1-
ylidene)amino]
phenyl]thio]-,
methyl ester. (CAS
No. 117337-19-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.15)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2044. CHLOROACETONE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.21 Chloroacetone. (CAS
No. 78-95-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2914.19.00)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2045. SODIUM N-METHYL-N OLEOYL TAURATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.04 Sodium N-methyl-N
oleoyl taurate.
(CAS No. 137-20-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2904.10.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2046. DIALKYLNAPHTHALENE SULFONIC ACID SODIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.05 Dialkylnaphthalene
sulfonic acid
sodium salt. (CAS
No. 25638-17-9)
(provided for in
subheading
3402.11.40)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2047. O-(6-CHLORO-3-PHENYL-4-PYRIDAZINYL)-S-OCTYL-CARBONOTHIOATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.38.08 O-(6-chloro-3-
phenyl-4-
pyridazinyl)-S-
octyl-
carbonothioate.
(CAS No. 55512-33-
9) (provided for
in subheading
3808.30.15)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2048. 4-CYCLOPROPYL-6-METHYL-2-PHENYLAMINO-PYRIMIDINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.35 4-Cyclopropyl-6-
methyl-2-
phenylamino-
pyrimidine. (CAS
No. 121552-61-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.15)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2049. O, O-DIMETHYL-S-[5-METHOXY-2-OXO-1,3,4-THIADIAZOL-3(2H)-YL-
METHYL]-DITHIOPHOSPHATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.36 O,O-Dimethyl-S-[5-
methoxy-2-oxo-
1,3,4-thiadiazol-
3(2H)-yl- methyl]-
dithiophosphate.
(CAS No. 950-37-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2050. (ETHYL [2-(4-PHENOXYPHENOXY) ETHYL] CARBAMATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.37 (Ethyl [2-(4-
phenoxyphenoxy)
ethyl] carbamate.
(CAS No. 79127-80-
3) (provided for
in subheading
2924.10.80)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2051. 3-(6-METHOXY-4-METHYL-1,3,5-TRIAZIN-2-YL)-1-[2-(2-
CHLOROETHOXY)-PHENYLSULFONYL]-UREA.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.38.09 3-(6-Methoxy-4-
methyl-1,3,5-
triazin-2-yl)-1-[2-
(2-chloroethoxy)-
phenylsulfonyl]-
urea. (CAS No.
82097-50-5)
(provided for in
subheading
3808.30.15)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2052. [(2S,4R)/(2R,4S)]/[(2R,4R)/(2S,4S)-1-(2-[4-(4-CHLORO-
PHENOXY)-2-CHLOROPHENYL]-4-METHYL-1,3-DIOXOLAN-2-
YL-METHYL)-1H-1,2,4-TRIAZOLE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.38 [(2S,4R)/(2R,4S)]/
[(2R,4R)/(2S,4S)-1-
(2-[4-(4-chloro-
phenoxy)-2-
chlorophenyl]-4-
methyl-1,3-
dioxolan-2-yl-
methyl)-1H-1,2,4-
triazole. (CAS No.
119446-68-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.12)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2053. SUBSTRATES OF SYNTHETIC QUARTZ OR SYNTHETIC FUSED SILICA.
Subchapter III of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9903.70.06 Substrates of
synthetic quartz
or synthetic fused
silica imported
into the United
States in bulk or
in forms or
packages for
retail sale
(provided for in
subheading
7006.00.40)....... 1% No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2054. KL540.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.54 Methyl4-
trifluoromethoxyph
enyl-N-
(chlorocarbonyl)
carbamate (CAS No.
173903-15-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.29.70)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2055. METHYL THIOGLYCOLATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.58 Methyl
thioglycolate (CAS
No. 2365-48-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2056. TEBUFENOZIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.51 N-tert-butyl-N'-(4-
ethylbenoyl)-3,5-
dimethylbenoylhydra
zide (CAS No.
112410-23-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2928.00.25)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2057. ORGANIC LUMINESCENT PIGMENTS, DYES, AND FIBERS FOR SECURITY
APPLICATIONS, AND 4-HEXYLRESORCINOL (EXCLUDING
DAYLIGHT FLORESCENT PIGMENTS AND DYES).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new headings:
`` 9902.32.85 Organic luminescent
pigments, dyes, for
security
applications
(excluding daylight
florescent pigments
and dyes) (provided
for in subheading
3204.90.00)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2001
9902.29.07 4-Hexylresorcinol
(CAS No. 136-77-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2907.29.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2001 ''.
SEC. 2058. DPX-E6758.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.59 Phenyl (4, 6-
dimethoxy-
pyrimidin-2-yl)
carbamate (CAS No.
89392-0) (provided
for in subheading
2933.59.70)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2059. BENZENEPROPANAL, 4-(1,1-DIMETHYLETHYL)-ALPHA-METHYL-.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new item:
`` 9902.29.57 Benzenepropanal, 4-
(1,1-
dimethylethyl)-
alpha-methyl- (CAS
No. 80-54-6
provided for in
subheading
2912.29.60.00).... 6% No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2060. ELIMINATION OF DUTY ON ZIRAM.
Subheading 3808.20.24 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States is amended by striking ``and Metiram'' and inserting ``Metiram;
and Ziram''.
SEC. 2061. ETHYLENE, TETRAFLUORO COPOLYMER WITH ETHYLENE (ETFE).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.50 Ethylene,
tetrafluoro
copolymer with
ethylene (ETFE)
(provided for in
subheading
3904.69.5000)..... 3.3% No change No change On or before 12/31/
00 ''.
SEC. 2062. 2-NAPHTHALENE-CARBOXAMIDE 4-[[5-[[[4-
(AMINOCARBONYL)PHENYL]AMINO] CARBONYL]-2-
METHOXYPHENYL]AZO]-N-(5-CHLORO-2,4-
DIMETHOXYPHENYL)-3-HYDROXY-.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.82 2-naphthalene-
carboxamide 4-[[5-
[[[4-
(Aminocarbonyl)
phenyl]
amino]carbonyl]-2-
methoxyphenyl]azo]-
N-(5-chloro-2,4-di-
methoxyphenyl)-3-
hydroxy (Pigment
Red 181) (provided
for in subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2063. BENZENESULFONIC ACID, 4-[[3-[[2-HYDROXY-3-[[4-METHOXYPHENYL)
AMINO]CARBONYL]-1-NAPHTHA- LENYL]AZO]-4-
METHYLBENZOYL]AMINO]-, CALCIUM SALT (2:1).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.86 Benzenesulfonic
acid, 4-[[3-[[2-
hydroxy-3- [[4-
methoxyphenyl)
amino]carbonyl]-1-
naphtha- lenyl]azo]-
4-
methylbenzoyl]amino
]-, calcium salt
(2:1) (Pigment Red
247) (provided for
in subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2064. PIGMENT RED 185.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.08 2-naphthalene-
carboxaminde N-(2,3-
Dihydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-yl)-
5-methyl-4-[(methyl
amino) sulphonyl]
phenyl]azo]
(Pigment Red 185)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2065. PIGMENT RED 208.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.10 Benzoic acid, 2-[[3-
[[(2,3- dihydro-2-
oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-
yl)amino] carbonyl]-
2-hydroxy-1-
naphthalenyl]azo]-,
butyl ester
(Pigment Red 208)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2066. PIGMENT RED 188.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.80 Benzoic acid, 4-
[[(2,5-
dichlorophenyl)
amino]carbonyl]-2-
[[2-hydroxy-3- [[(2-
methoxyphenyl)
amino]carbonyl]-1-
naphthalenyl]-,
methyl ester
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2067. CERTAIN WEAVING MACHINES.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.83.10 Weaving machines
(looms) for
weaving fabrics of
a width exceeding
30 cm, shuttle
type: power looms
for weaving
fabrics of a width
not exceeding 4.9
m, if imported
without off-loom
or large loom take-
ups, drop wires,
heddles, reeds,
harness frames,
and beams
(provided for in
subheading
8446.21.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2068. CHLOROMETHYL PIVALATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.10 Chloromethyl
Pivalate (CAS No.
18997-19-8)
(Provided for in
subheading
2915.90.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2069. 9-[2-(R)-[[BIS [[ISOPROPOXYCARBONYL) OXYMETHOXY]PHOSPHINOYL]
METHOXY]PROPYL] ADENINE FUMARATE (1:1).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.02 9-[2-(R)-[[Bis
[[isopropoxycarbon
yl)
oxymethoxy]phosphi
noyl]
methoxy]propyl]
adenine fumarate
(1:1) (CAS No.
202138-50-9)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.59)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2070. DIETHYL P-TOLUENE SULFONYLOXYMENTHYLPHOSPHONATE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.33.11 Diethyl p-toluene
sulfonyloxymenthylp
hosphonate (CAS No.
31618-90-3)
(Provided for in
subheading
2933.59.80)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2071. 1,4-BENZENEDICARBOXYLIC ACID, 2-[[1-[[(2,3-DI-HYDRO-2-OXO-
1H-BENZIMIDAZOL-5-YL)AMINO CARBONYL]-2-
OXOPROPYL]AZO]-,DIMETHYL ESTER.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.34 1,4-
Benzenedicarboxylic
acid, 2-[[1-[[(2,3-
di-hydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-
yl)amino carbonyl]-
2-oxopropyl]azo]-,
dimethyl ester
(Pigment Yellow
175) (provided for
in subheading
3204.17.60)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002 ''.
SEC. 2072. ANTI-HIV/ANTI-AIDS DRUGS.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.84 3-(Acetyloxy)-2-
methyl-benzoic
acid (CAS No.
168899-58-9)
(provided for in
subheading
2918.29.65)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2073. ANTI-CANCER DRUGS.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.59 (S)-N-[[5-[2-(2-
Amino- 4,6,7,8-
tetra- hydro-4-oxo-
1H- pyrimido [5,4-
b] [1,4] thiazin-
6-yl)ethyl]-2-
thienyl] carbonyl]-
L- glutamic acid
diethyl ester (CAS
No. 177575-19-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2074. 2-AMINO-5-BROMO-6-METHYL-4-(1H)-QUINAZOL- INONE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.60 2-Amino-5-bromo-6-
methyl-4-(1H)-
quinazolinone (CAS
No. 147149-89-1)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.90.97)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2075. 2-AMINO-6-METHYL-5-(4-PYRIDINYLTHIO)-4-(1H)-QUINAZOLINONE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.21 2-Amino-6-methyl-5-
(4-pyridinylthio)-
4-(1H)-
quinazolinone (CAS
No. 147149-76-
6)(provided for in
subheading
2933.90.97)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2076. 2-AMINO-5-NITROTHIAZOLE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.61 2-Amino-5-
nitrothiazole (CAS
No. 121-66-4)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.10.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2077. 2-AMINO-5-NITROBENZENESULFONIC ACID, MONOSODIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.62 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfoni
c acid, monosodium
salt (CAS No. 30693-
53-9) (provided for
in subheading
2921.42.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2078. 2-AMINO-5-NITROBENZENESULFONIC ACID, MONOAMMONIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.63 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfoni
c acid,
monoammonium salt
(CAS No. 4346-51-4)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.42.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2079. 2-AMINO-5-NITROBENZENESULFONIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.36 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfoni
c acid (CAS No. 96-
75-3) (provided for
in subheading
2921.42.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2080. 3-(4,5-DIHYDRO-3-METHYL-5-OXO-1H-PYRAZOL-1-
Y1)BENZENESULFONIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.38 3-(4,5-Dihydro-3-
methyl-5-oxo-1H-
pyrazol-1-y1)
benzenesulfonic
acid (CAS No. 119-
17-5) (provided for
in subheading
2933.19.43)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2081. 4-CHLORO-3-NITROBENZENESULFONIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.48 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfoni
c acid (CAS No. 121-
18-6) (provided for
in subheading
2904.90.47)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2082. 4-CHLORO-3-NITROBENZENESULFONIC ACID, MONOPOTASSIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.83 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfoni
c acid,
monopotassium salt
(CAS No. 6671-49-4)
(provided for in
subheading
2904.90.47)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2083. 4-CHLORO-3-NITROBENZENESULFONIC ACID, MONOSODIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.52 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfoni
c acid, monosodium
salt (CAS No. 17691-
19-9) (provided for
in subheading
2904.90.40)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2084. 2-METHYL-5-NITROBENZENESULFONIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.64 2-Methyl-5-
nitrobenzenesulfoni
c acid (CAS No. 121-
03-9) (provided for
in subheading
2904.90.20)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2085. 6-BROMO-2,4,DINITROANILINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.81 6-Bromo-2,4,
dinitroaniline (CAS
No. 1817-73-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.42.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2086. 4-CHLOROPYRIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.65 4-Chloropyridine
hydrochloride (CAS
No. 7379-35-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.39.61)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2087. 3-ETHOXYCARBONYL-AMINOPHENYL-N-PHENYL- CARBAMATE
(DESMEDIPHAM).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.31.12 3-Ethoxycarbonyl-
aminophenyl-N-
phenylcarbamate
(Desmedipham) (CAS
No. 13684-56-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.29.41)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2088. [S-(R*,R*)]-2,3-DIHYDROXY-BUTANEDIOIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.23 [S-(R*,R*)]-2,3-
dihydroxy-
butanedioic acid
(CAS No. 147-71-7)
(provided for in
subheading
2918.19.90 or
2918.90.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2089. (3S)-2,2-DIMETHYL-3-THIOMORPHOLINE CARBOXYLIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.19 (3S)-2,2-Dimethyl-3-
thiomorpholine
carboxylic acid
(CAS No. 84915-43-
5) (provided for
in subheading
2934.90.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2090. DIIODOMETHYL-P -TOLYLSULFONE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.90 Diiodomethyl-p-
tolylsulfone (CAS
No. 20018-09-1)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.10)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2091. 2-ETHOXY-2,3-DIHYDRO-3,3-DIMETHYL-5-BENZOFURANYL
METHANESULFONATE (ETHOFUMESATE).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.31.20 2-Ethoxy-2,3-
dihydro-3,3-
dimethyl-5-
benzofuranyl-
methanesulfonate
(ethofumesate)
singularly or in
mixture with
application
adjuvants (CAS No.
26225-79-6)
(provided for in
subheadings
2932.99.08 and
3808.30.15)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2092. SKATING BOOTS FOR USE IN THE MANUFACTURE OF IN-LINE ROLLER
SKATES.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.64.04 Skating boots for
use in the
manufacture of in-
line roller skates
(provided for in
subheading
6404.11.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2093. 2-4-DICHLORO-5-HYDRAZINO-PHENOL-MONOHY- DROCHLORIDE.
Subchapter II of Chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.30.98 2-4-Dichloro-5-
hydrazino-phenol-
monohydrochloride
(CAS No. 189573-21-
5) (provided for
in subheading
2928.00.25)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
98 ''.
SEC. 2094. 3-MERCAPTO-D-VALINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.66 3-Mercapto-D-valine
(CAS No. 52-67-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.45)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2095. 6-AMINO-1,3-NAPHTHALENEDISULFONIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.91 6-Amino-1,3-
naphthalenedisulfon
ic acid (CAS No.
118-33-2) (provided
for in subheading
2921.45.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2096. 6-AMINO-1,3-NAPHTHALENEDISULFONIC ACID, DISODIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.67 6-Amino-1,3-
naphthalenedisulfon
ic acid, disodium
salt (CAS No. 50976-
35-7) (provided for
in subheading
2921.45.90)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2097. 7-ACETYLAMINO-4-HYDROXY-2-NAPHTHALENE- SULFONIC ACID,
MONOSODIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.68 7-Acetylamino-4-
hydroxy-2-
naphthalenesulfonic
acid, monosodium
salt (CAS No. 42360-
29-2) (provided for
in subheading
2924.29.70)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2098. 4-BENZOYLAMINO-5-HYDROXY-2,7-NAPHTHALENE- DISULFONIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.40 4-Benzoylamino-5-
hydroxy-2,7-
naphthalenedisulfon
ic acid (CAS No.
117-46-4) (provided
for in subheading
2924.29.75)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2099. 4-BENZOYLAMINO-5-HYDROXY-2,7-NAPHTHALENE- DISULFONIC ACID,
MONOSODIUM SALT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.42 4-Benzoylamino-5-
hydroxy-2,7-
naphthalenedisulfon
ic acid, monosodium
salt (CAS No. 79873-
39-5) (provided for
in subheading
2924.29.70)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2100. P-ETHYLPHENOL.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.31.21 p-Ethylphenol (CAS
No. 123-07-9)
(provided for in
subheading
2907.19.20)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2101. PANTERA.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.29.09 (+/-)-
Tetrahydrofurfuryl
(R)-2-[4-(6-
chloroquinoxalin-2-
yloxy) phenoxy]
propanoate (CAS
No. 119738-06-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2909.30.40) and
any mixtures
containing the
same.............. Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2102. 3-METHYL- CARBONYL- AMINOPHENYL-3'-METHYL-CARBANILATE
(PHENMEDIPHAM).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.31.22 3-Methyl- carbonyl-
aminophenyl-3'-
methyl-carbanilate
(phenmedipham)
(CAS No. 13684-63-
4) (provided for
in subheading
2924.29.47)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2103. 2-AMINO-P-CRESOL.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.93 2-Amino-p-cresol
(CAS No. 95-84-1)
(provided for in
subheading
2922.29.10)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2104. 4-PHENOXYPYRIDINE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.69 4-Phenoxypyridine
(CAS No. 4783-86-
2) (provided for
in subheading
2933.90.82)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2105. P-NITROBENZOIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.70 p-Nitrobenzoic
acid (CAS No. 62-
23-7) (provided
for in subheading
2916.39.45)...... Free No change No change On or before 12/
31/99
''.
SEC. 2106. P-TOLUENESULFONAMIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.95 p-
Toluenesulfona
mide (CAS No.
70-55-3)
(provided for
in subheading
2935.00.95)... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/99
''.
SEC. 2107. TANNIC ACID.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.32.71 Tannic acid,
containing by
weight 50 percent
or more of tannic
acid (CAS No. 1401-
55-4) (provided for
in subheading
3201.90.10)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000 ''.
SEC. 2108. POLYMERS OF TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE, HEXAFLUOROPROPYLENE, AND
VINYLIDENE FLUORIDE.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.39.04 Polymers of
tetrafluoroethylene
(provided for in
subheading
3904.61.00),
hexafluoropropylene
and vinylidene
fluoride (provided
for in subheading
3904.69.50)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2109. METHYL 2-[[[[[4-(DIMETHYLAMINO)-6-(2,2,2-TRIFLUOROETHOXY)-
1,3,5-TRIAZIN-2-YL]- AMINO]CARBONYL]-
AMINO]SULFONYL]-3-METHYLBENZOATE (TRISULFURON
METHYL).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.38.11 Methyl 2-[[[[[4-
(dimethylamino)-6-
(2,2,2-
trifluoroethoxy)-
1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]-
amino]carbonyl]-
amino]sulfonyl]-3-
methylbenzoate
(trisulfuron
methyl) in mixture
with application
adjurants. (CAS No.
126535-15-7)
(provided for in
subheading
3808.30.15)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
99 ''.
SEC. 2110. SUSPENSION OF DUTY ON CERTAIN MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT.
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new subheadings:
`` 9902.84.79 Calendaring or
other rolling
machines for
rubber to be
used in the
production of
radial tires
designed for
off-the-
highway use
with a rim
measuring 86
cm or more in
diameter
provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or
parts thereof
(provided for
in subheading
8420.10.90,
8420.91.90
(part) or
8420.99.90
(part)) and
material
holding
devices or
similar
attachments
thereto....... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000
9902.84.81 Shearing
machines used
to cut
metallic
tissue to be
used in the
production of
radial tires
designed for
off-the-
highway use
with a rim
measuring 86
cm or more in
diameter
provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled
(provided for
in subheading
8462.31.00 or
subheading
8466.94.85
(part))....... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000
9902.84.83 Machine tools
for working
wire of iron
or steel to be
used in the
production of
radial tires
designed for
off-the-
highway use
with a rim
measuring 86
cm or more in
diameter
provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or
parts thereof
(provided for
in subheading
8463.30.00 or
8466.94.85
(part))....... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000
9902.84.85 Extruders to be
used in the
production of
radial tires
designed for
off-the-
highway use
with a rim
measuring 86
cm or more in
diameter
provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or
parts thereof
(provided for
in subheading
8477.20.00 or
8477.90.85
(part))....... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000
9902.84.87 Machinery for
molding,
retreading, or
otherwise
forming
uncured,
unvulcanized
rubber to be
used in the
production of
radial tires
designed for
off-the-
highway use
with a rim
measuring 86
cm or more in
diameter
provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or
parts thereof
(provided for
in subheading
8477.51.00 or
8477.90.85
(part))....... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000
9902.84.89 Sector mold
press machines
to be used in
the production
of radial
tires designed
for off-the-
highway use
with a rim
measuring 86
cm or more in
diameter
provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or
parts thereof
(provided for
in subheading
8477.51.00 or
subheading
8477.90.85
(part))....... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000
9902.84.91 Sawing machines
to be used in
the production
of radial
tires designed
for off-the-
highway use
with a rim
measuring 86
cm or more in
diameter
provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or
parts thereof
(provided for
in subheading
8465.91.00 or
subheading
8466.92.50
(part))....... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2000 ''.
SEC. 2111. SE2SI SPRAY GRANULATED (HOE S 4291).
Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the
following new heading:
`` 9902.39.07 A saturated
polyester in
primary form
(provided for
in subheading
3907.99.00)... Free No change No change On or before
12/31/2002 ''.
SEC. 2112. PERSONAL EFFECTS OF PARTICIPANTS IN CERTAIN WORLD ATHLETIC
EVENTS.
(a) In General.--Subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States is amended by inserting in numerical
sequence the following new heading:
`` 9902.98.08 Any of the
following
articles not
intended for
sale or
distribution
to the public:
personal
effects of
aliens who are
participants
in, officials
of, or
accredited
members of
delegations
to, the 1999
International
Special
Olympics, the
1999 Women's
World Cup
Soccer, the
2001
International
Special
Olympics, the
2002 Salt Lake
City Winter
Olympics, and
the 2002
Winter
Paralympic
Games, and of
persons who
are immediate
family members
of or servants
to any of the
foregoing
persons;
equipment and
materials
imported in
connection
with the
foregoing
events by or
on behalf of
the foregoing
persons or the
organizing
committees of
such events;
articles to be
used in
exhibitions
depicting the
culture of a
country
participating
in any such
event; and, if
consistent
with the
foregoing,
such other
articles as
the Secretary
of Treasury
may allow..... Free No change Free On or before
1/1/2003 ''.
(b) Taxes and Fees Not To Apply.--The articles described in heading
9902.98.08 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (as
added by subsection (a)) shall be free of taxes and fees which may be
otherwise applicable.
(c) No Exemption From Customs Inspections.--The articles described in
heading 9902.98.08 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States (as added by subsection (a)) shall not be free or otherwise
exempt or excluded from routine or other inspections as may be required
by the Customs Service.
SEC. 2113. EFFECTIVE DATE.
Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, the amendments made by
this title apply with respect to goods entered, or withdrawn from
warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th day after the date of
the enactment of this Act.
Subtitle B--Other Trade Provisions
SEC. 2501. EXTENSION OF CERTAIN TRADE BENEFITS OF INSULAR POSSESSIONS
OF THE UNITED STATES TO CERTAIN FINE JEWELRY.
(a) In General.--The additional U.S. notes to chapter 71 of the
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States are amended by adding
at the end the following new note:
``3. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision in additional U.S. note
5 to chapter 91, any article of jewelry provided for in
heading 7113 which is the product of the Virgin Islands,
Guam, or American Samoa (including any such article which
contains any foreign component) shall be eligible for the
benefits provided in paragraph (h) of additional U.S. note
5 to chapter 91, subject to the provisions and limitations
of that note and of paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this
note.
``(b) Nothing provided for in this note shall result in an increase
or a decrease in the aggregate amount referred to in
paragraph (h)(iii) of, or quantitative limitation otherwise
established pursuant to the requirements of, additional
U.S. note 5 to chapter 91.
``(c) Nothing provided for in this note shall be construed to permit
a reduction in the amount available to watch producers
under paragraph (h)(iv) of additional U.S. note 5 to
chapter 91.
``(d) The Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Interior
shall issue such regulations, not inconsistent with the
provisions of this note and additional U.S. note 5 to
chapter 91, as they determine necessary to carry out their
respective duties under this note. Such regulations shall
not be inconsistent with substantial transformation
requirements established by the United States Customs
Service but may define the circumstances under which
articles of jewelry shall be deemed to be `units' for
purposes of the benefits, provisions, and limitations of
additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 91.''.
(b) Conforming Amendments.--Additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 91 of
the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is amended--
(1) in subdivision (a), by inserting after ``chapter'' the
following: ``and any article of jewelry provided for in heading
7113 (under the terms of additional U.S. note 3 to chapter
71)''; and
(2) in subdivision (b), by inserting after ``watches)'' the
following: ``and any article of jewelry provided for in heading
7113''.
SEC. 2502. TARIFF TREATMENT FOR CERTAIN COMPONENTS OF SCIENTIFIC
INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS.
(a) In General.--U.S. Note 6 of subchapter X of chapter 98 of the
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is amended in
subdivision (a) by adding at the end the following new sentence: ``The
term `instruments and apparatus' under subheading 9810.00.60 includes
separable components of an instrument or apparatus listed in this
subdivision that are imported for assembly in the United States in such
instrument or apparatus where the instrument or apparatus, due to its
size, cannot be feasibly imported in its assembled state.''.
(b) Application of Domestic Equivalency Test to Components.--U.S.
Note 6 of subchapter X of chapter 98 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
of the United States is amended--
(1) by redesignating subdivisions (d) through (f) as
subdivisions (e) through (g), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subdivision (c) the following:
``(d)(i) If the Secretary of Commerce determines under this U.S. note
that an instrument or apparatus of equivalent scientific
value to the instrument or apparatus which, due to its size
cannot be feasibly imported in its assembled state, is
being manufactured in the United States, the Secretary
shall report the findings to the Secretary of the Treasury
and to the applicant institution and all components of the
instrument or apparatus shall remain dutiable.
``(ii) If the Secretary of Commerce determines that the instrument or
apparatus is not being manufactured in the United States,
the Secretary is authorized to determine further whether
any component of the instrument or apparatus is being
manufactured in the United States and shall report the
findings to the Secretary of the Treasury and to the
applicant institution, and any component found to be
domestically available shall remain dutiable.
``(iii) Any decision by the Secretary of the Treasury which allows
for duty-free entry of a component of an instrument or
apparatus which, due to its size cannot be feasibly
imported in its assembled state, shall be effective for a
specified maximum period, to be determined in consultation
with the Secretary of Commerce, taking into account both
the scientific needs of the importing institution and the
potential for development of comparable domestic
manufacturing capacity.''.
(c) Modifications of Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury and
the Secretary of Commerce shall make such modifications to their joint
regulations as are necessary to carry out the amendments made by this
section.
(d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall take
effect beginning 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 2503. LIQUIDATION OR RELIQUIDATION OF CERTAIN ENTRIES.
(a) Liquidation or Reliquidation of Entries.--Notwithstanding
sections 514 and 520 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1514 and
1520), or any other provision of law, the United States Customs Service
shall, not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this
Act, liquidate or reliquidate those entries made at Los Angeles,
California, and New Orleans, Louisiana, which are listed in subsection
(c), in accordance with the final decision of the International Trade
Administration of the Department of Commerce for shipments entered
between October 1, 1984, and December 14, 1987 (case number A-274-001).
(b) Payment of Amounts Owed.--Any amounts owed by the United States
pursuant to the liquidation or reliquidation of an entry under
subsection (a) shall be paid by the Customs Service within 90 days
after such liquidation or reliquidation.
(c) Entry List.--The entries referred to in subsection (a) are the
following:
Entry Number Date of Entry Port
322 00298563 12/11/86 Los Angeles,
California
322 00300567 12/11/86 Los Angeles,
California
86-2909242 9/2/86 New Orleans,
Louisiana
87-05457388 1/9/87 New Orleans,
Louisiana
SEC. 2504. FINISHED PETROLEUM DERIVATIVES DRAWBACK.
The Secretary of the Treasury shall convene a working group of
interested parties and, not later than March 31, 1999, publish
regulations and, if necessary, submit legislation to the Congress, to
modify and simplify the processing of finished petroleum derivatives
drawback claims.
SEC. 2505. DRAWBACK AND REFUND OF PACKAGING MATERIAL.
(a) In General.--Section 313(q) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.
1313(q)) is further amended--
(1) by striking ``Packaging material'' and inserting the
following:
``(1) In general.--Packaging material''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(2) Additional eligibility.--Packaging material produced in
the United States, which is used by the manufacturer or any
other person on or for articles which are exported or destroyed
under subsection (a) or (b), shall be eligible under such
subsection for refund, as drawback, of 99 percent of any duty,
tax,or fee imposed on the importation of such material used to
manufacture or produce the packaging material.''.
(b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by this section applies with
respect to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption,
on or after the 15th day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 2506. INCLUSION OF COMMERCIAL IMPORTATION DATA FROM FOREIGN-TRADE
ZONES UNDER THE NATIONAL CUSTOMS AUTOMATION
PROGRAM.
Section 411 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1411) is amended by
adding at the end the following:
``(c) Foreign-Trade Zones.--Not later than January 1, 1999, the
Secretary shall provide for the inclusion of commercial importation
data from foreign-trade zones under the Program.''.
SEC. 2507. LARGE YACHTS IMPORTED FOR SALE AT UNITED STATES BOAT SHOWS.
(a) In General.--The Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1304 et seq.) is
amended by inserting after section 484a the following:
``SEC. 484B. DEFERRAL OF DUTY ON LARGE YACHTS IMPORTED FOR SALE AT
UNITED STATES BOAT SHOWS.
``(a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any
vessel meeting the definition of a large yacht as provided in
subsection (b) and which is otherwise dutiable may be imported without
the payment of duty if imported with the intention to offer for sale at
a boat show in the United States. Payment of duty shall be deferred, in
accordance with this section, until such large yacht is sold.
``(b) Definition.--As used in this section, the term `large yacht'
means a vessel that exceeds 79 feet in length, is used primarily for
recreation or pleasure, and has been previously sold by a manufacturer
or dealer to a retail consumer.
``(c) Deferral of Duty.--At the time of importation of any large
yacht, if such large yacht is imported for sale at a boat show in the
United States and is otherwise dutiable, duties shall not be assessed
and collected if the importer of record--
``(1) certifies to the Customs Service that the large yacht
is imported pursuant to this section for sale at a boat show in
the United States; and
``(2) posts a bond, which shall have a duration of 6 months
after the date of importation, in an amount equal to twice the
amount of duty on the large yacht that would otherwise be
imposed under subheading 8903.91.00 or 8903.92.00 of the
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.
``(d) Procedures Upon Sale.--
``(1) Deposit of duty.--If any large yacht (which has been
imported for sale at a boat show in the United States with the
deferral of duties as provided in this section) is sold within
the 6-month period after importation--
``(A) entry shall be completed and duty (calculated
at the applicable rates provided for under subheading
8903.91.00 or 8903.92.00 of the Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States and based upon the value
of the large yacht at the time of importation) shall be
deposited with the Customs Service; and
``(B) the bond posted as required by subsection
(c)(2) shall be returned to the importer.
``(e) Procedures Upon Expiration of Bond Period.--
``(1) In general.--If the large yacht entered with deferral
of duties is neither sold nor exported within the 6-month
period after importation--
``(A) entry shall be completed and duty (calculated
at the applicable rates provided for under subheading
8903.91.00 or 8903.92.00 of the Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States and based upon the value
of the large yacht at the time of importation) shall be
deposited with the Customs Service; and
``(B) the bond posted as required by subsection
(c)(2) shall be returned to the importer.
``(2) Additional requirements.--No extensions of the bond
period shall be allowed. Any large yacht exported in compliance
with the bond period may not be reentered for purposes of sale
at a boat show in the United States (in order to receive duty
deferral benefits) for a period of 3 months after such
exportation.
``(f) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to
make such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the
provisions of this section.''.
(b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply
with respect to any large yacht imported into the United States after
the date that is 15 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 2508. REVIEW OF PROTESTS AGAINST DECISIONS OF CUSTOMS SERVICE.
Section 515(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1515(a)) is
amended by inserting after the third sentence the following: ``Within
30 days from the date an application for further review is filed, the
appropriate customs officer shall allow or deny the application and, if
allowed, the protest shall be forwarded to the customs officer who will
be conducting the further review.''.
SEC. 2509. ENTRIES OF NAFTA-ORIGIN GOODS.
(a) Refund of Merchandise Processing Fees.--Section 520(d) of the
Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1520(d)) is amended in the matter
preceding paragraph (1) by inserting ``(including any merchandise
processing fees)'' after ``excess duties''.
(b) Protest Against Decision of Customs Service Relating to NAFTA
Claims.--Section 514(a)(7) of such Act (19 U.S.C. 1514(a)(7)) is
amended by striking ``section 520(c)'' and inserting ``subsection (c)
or (d) of section 520''.
(c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section apply with
respect to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption,
on or after the 15th day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 2510. TREATMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MERCHANDISE HELD AT
CUSTOMS-APPROVED STORAGE ROOMS.
(a) In General.--Section 557(a)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19
U.S.C. 1557(a)(1)) is amended in the first sentence by inserting
``(including international travel merchandise)'' after ``Any
merchandise subject to duty''.
(b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by this section applies with
respect to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption,
on or after the 15th day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 2511. EXCEPTION TO 5-YEAR REVIEWS OF COUNTERVAILING DUTY OR
ANTIDUMPING DUTY ORDERS.
Section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)) is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``(7) Exclusions from computations.--(A) Subject to
subparagraph (B), there shall be excluded from the computation
of the 5-year period described in paragraph (1) and the periods
described in paragraph (6) any period during which the
importation of the subject merchandise is prohibited on account
of the imposition, under the International Emergency Economic
Powers Act or other provision of law, of sanctions by the
United States against the country in which the subject
merchandise originates.
``(B) Subparagraph (A) shall apply only with respect to
subject merchandise which originates in a country that is not a
WTO member.''.
I. INTRODUCTION
A. Purpose and Summary
The provisions in H.R. 4342, the Miscellaneous Trade and
Technical Corrections Act of 1988, fall into two titles. The
first title includes two provisions which would make clerical
corrections to the trade laws, remedying errors made as the
trade laws were amended and updating antiquated references to
the GATT.
The second title of H.R. 4342, the Miscellaneous Trade and
Technical Corrections Act of 1988, contains two subtitles. The
first subtitle contains 112 various duty suspensions and tariff
reductions. A large portion of the provisions in this section
would temporarily suspend the duty on a variety of anti-HIV/
AIDS and anti-cancer drugs. Other provisions temporarily
suspend the duties on a wide array of chemicals, including many
organic pigments which are environmentally benign substitutes
for pigments containing toxic heavy metals. The remainder of
the other duty suspensions is an assortment of chemicals and
miscellaneous equipment. The final provision in the first title
would provide for duty-free treatment to all participants, and
individuals associated with, the 1999 International Special
Olympics, the 1999 Women's World Cup Soccer, the 2001
International Special Olympics, the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter
Olympics, and the 2002 Winter Para-Olympic Games.
The second subtitle of Title II contains an array of
miscellaneous trade provisions. One provision would extend
trade benefits under the Production Incentive Certificate
program to jewelry makers in the insular possessions of the
United States. Another section defers the duty payments on
large previously owned yachts imported for resale until the
yacht is actually sold. Two other provisions include a
reliquidation to correct an error made by the Customs Service
and an exemption from five-year countervailing and antidumping
duty order reviews on merchandise which originates in countries
subject to an embargo. Other provisions in this subsection
involve a variety of issues, including scientific instruments,
finished petroleum derivatives, packaging material, NAFTA-
origin goods, and international travel merchandise.
This package of trade bills has been thoroughly evaluated
and commented on by all concerned parties, including the U.S.
Customs Service, the Department of Commerce, the International
Trade Commission, the United States Trade Representative, and
firms which may be jeopardized by a tariff suspension on a
product they produce domestically. The provisions in the bill
are non-controversial and revenue neutral, and many will enable
U.S. firms to produce goods in a more cost efficient manner.
B. Background and Need for Legislation
As part of the ongoing process of identifying technical
changes to improve the efficiency of the trade laws, a number
of legislative proposals have been submitted to the
Subcommittee on Trade by the Administration and the public for
possible consideration. In addition, Members have introduced
legislation to provide temporary suspensions of duty on
specific products.
On June 30, 1997, December 22, 1997, and March 26, 1998,
Chairman Crane requested written comments from parties
interested in miscellaneous trade proposals (No. Tr-10, No. Tr-
19, and No. Tr-23), technical corrections to trade laws, and
temporary suspensions of duty for specific products. In
response to these comments, the Trade Subcommittee prepared a
bill, including only those provisions which were non-
controversial based on the public comments and Administration
review, and were revenue neutral based on estimates by the
Congressional Budget Office.
C. Legislative History
Committee bill
H.R. 4342 was introduced by Messrs. Crane and Matsui on
July 29, 1998, and was referred to the Committee on Ways and
Means. H.R. 4342 contains essentially all of the provisions
from H.R. 2622, which was favorably reported by the Committee
on Ways and Means on October 31, 1997.
The Committee on Ways and Means met to consider H.R. 4342
on July 29, 1998. The Committee ordered the bill favorably
reported, as amended, by voice vote, with a quorum present.
II. EXPLANATION OF PROVISIONS
A. Title I--Miscellaneous Trade Corrections
1. Sec. 1001. Clerical Amendments
Explanation of provision
This provision makes clerical amendments to the trade laws
to bring them up to date with current institutions and
statutes.
Reason for change
The provision is necessary to bring trade law into
compliance with current terminology and statutes reached in new
agreements.
2. Sec. 1002. Obsolete References to GATT
Present law
In many instances, the U.S. Code still references the
General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT).
Explanation of provision
The provision will update several provisions of the U.S.
code to properly refer to the GATT and the World Trade
Organization (WTO).
Reason for change
After the Uruguay Round Agreements Act, the WTO replaced
the GATT. Various provisions need updating to end references to
obsolete institutions and statutes.
B. Title II--Temporary Duty Suspensions and Other Trade Provisions
Subtitle A: Temporary Duty Suspensions
1. Sec. 2001. 6-Chloro-4-(cyclopropylethynyl)-1,4-Dihydro-4-(trifluro-
methyl)-2H-3, 1-Benzoxazin-2-one
Present law
(6-Chloro-4-(cyclopropylethynyl)-1,4-Dihydro-4-(trifluro-
methyl)-2H-3, 1-Benzoxazin-2-one (CAS No. 154598-52-4) (as
provided for in subheading 2934.90.3000) is subject to a normal
trade relations (NTR) duty rate of 6.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for a certain anti-HIV and
anti-AIDS drug, (6-Chloro-4-(cyclopropylethynyl)-1,4-Dihydro-4-
(trifluro-methyl)-2H-3, 1-benzoxazin-2-one (CAS No. 154598-52-
4) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
This chemical is an active ingredient in an anti-HIV drug
which could simplify treatment for HIV patients and possibly
reduce the level of this virus in the bloodstream. The
provision would enable U.S. pharmaceutical companies importing
this chemical to lower their costs of production and increase
their competitiveness in the war against HIV and AIDS.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
2. Sec. 2002. 6-Chloro-4-(cyclopropylethynyl)-1,4-Dihydro-4-(trifluro-
methyl)-2H-3, 1-Benzoxazin-2-one
Present law
Oxirane, (S)-((triphenylmethoxy)methyl)- (CAS No. 129940-
50-7) (as provided for in subheading 2910.90.20) is subject to
an NTR duty rate of 5.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Oxirane, (S)-
((triphenylmethoxy)methyl)- (CAS No. 129940-50-7) as duty free
through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to offer a unique antiviral drug at a
lower cost to consumers. The drug is used to treat CMV
retinitis, a potentially blinding disease common in late-stage
AIDS patients.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
3. Sec. 2003. [R-(R*,R*)]-1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol-1,4-dimethanesulfonate
Present law
[R-(R*,R*)]-1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol-1,4-dimethanesulfonate
(CAS No. 1947-62-2) (as provided for in subheading 2905.49.50)
is subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for [R-(R*,R*)]-1,2,3,4-
Butanetetrol-1,4-dimethanesulfonate (CAS No. 1947-62-2) as duty
free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to offer a highly specialized
antiviral drug at a lower cost to the consumer. This synthetic
chemical is used in the production of a protease inhibitor used
to treat HIV/AIDS.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
4. Sec. 2004. (S) - N - [[5 - [2-(2-amino-4,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4-oxo-1II-
pyrimido[5,4 - b][1,4]thiazin - 6 - yl)ethyl] - 2 - thienyl]carbonyl]-
L-glutamic acid
Present law
(S) - N - [[5 - [2 - (2 - amino - 4,6,7,8 - tetrahydro - 4
- oxo - 1II - pyrimido[5,4-b][1,4]thiazin-6-yl)ethyl]-2-
thienyl]carbonyl]-L-glutamic acid (CAS No. 177575-17-6) (as
provided for in subheading 2934.90.90) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 6.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for (S)-N-[[5-[2-(2-amino-
4,6,7,8-tetrahydro - 4 - oxo - 1II-pyrimido[5,4 -
b][1,4]thiazin-6-yl)ethyl]-2-thienyl]carbonyl]-L-glutamic acid
(CAS No. 177575-17-6) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to continue production of an anti-
cancer drug, currently still in the trial stages, as cost-
effectively as possible.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
5. Sec. 2005.2-Amino-6-methyl-5-(4-pyri-dinylthio)-4(1H)-quinazolinone,
dihydrochloride
Present law
2 - Amino - 6 - methyl - 5 - (4 - pyri - dinylthio) -
4(1H)-quinazolinone, dihydrochloride (CAS No. 152946-68-4) (as
provided for in subheading 2933.59.70) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend amend subchapter II of chapter 99
of the HTS by inserting a new heading for 2-Amino-6-methyl-5-
(4-pyri-dinylthio)-4(1H)-quinazolinone, dihydrochloride (CAS
No. 152946-68-4) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to produce an anti-cancer drug
containing this chemical as cost effectively as possible.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
6. Sec. 2006. 9-[2-[[Bis[(pivaloyloxy)methoxy]phosphinyl]-
methoxy]ethyl]adenine
Present law
9 - [2 - [[Bis[(pivaloyloxy)methoxy]phosphinyl] - methoxy]
ethyl]adenine (CAS No. 142340-99-6) (as provided for in
subheading 2933.59.59) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 9-[2-[[Bis[(pivaloyloxy)
methoxy]phosphinyl]-methoxy]ethyl]adenine (CAS No. 142340-99-6)
as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to cost-effectively use this chemical
to produce a drug which treats HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
7. Sec. 2007. (R)-9-(2-Phosphonon methoxypropyl)adenine
Present law
(R)-9-(2-Phosphononmethoxypropyl)adenine (CAS No. 147127-
20-6) (as provided for in subheading 2933.59.59) is subject to
an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for (R)-9-(2-
Phosphononmethoxypropyl)adenine (CAS No. 147127-20-6) as duty
free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to continue to use this chemical to
cost-effectively produce an antiviral drug that has been proven
highly effective in treating a primate virus closely related to
AIDS.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
8. Sec. 2008. (R)-propylene carbonate
Present law
(R)-propylene carbonate (CAS No. 16606-55-6) (as provided
for in subheading 2920.90.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for (R)-propylene carbonate
(CAS No. 16606-55-6) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to continue to use this chemical to
cost-effectively produce an antiviral drug that has been proven
highly effective in treating a primate virus closely related to
AIDS.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
9. Sec. 2009. 9-(2-Hydroxy-ethyl)adenine
Present law
9-(2-Hydroxy-ethyl)adenine (CAS No. 707-99-3) (as provided
for in subheading 2933.59.95) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
6.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 9-(2-Hydroxy-
ethyl)adenine (CAS No. 707-99-3) as duty free through December
31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to continueto use this chemical to
cost-effectively produce a drug used for treating HIV/AIDS and
Hepatitis B.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
10. Sec. 2010. (R)-9-(2-hydroxypropyl) adenine
Present law
(R)-9-(2-hydroxypropyl) adenine (CAS No. 14047-28-0) (as
provided for in subheading 2933.59.95) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 6.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for (R)-9-(2-hydroxypropyl)
adenine (CAS No. 14047-28-0) as duty free through December 31,
1999.
Reason for Change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to continue to use this chemical to
cost-effectively produce an antiviral drug that has been proven
highly effective in treating a primate virus closely related to
AIDS.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
11. Sec. 2011. Chloromethyl-2-propyl carbonate
Present law
Chloromethyl-2-propyl carbonate (CAS No. 35180-01-9) (as
provided for in subheading 2920.90.50) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Chloromethyl-2-propyl
carbonate (CAS No. 35180-01-9) as duty free through December
31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to continue to use this chemical to
cost-effectively produce an antiviral drug that has been proven
highly effective in treating a primate virus closely related to
AIDS.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
12. Sec. 2012. (R)-chloropropanediol
Present law
(R)-chloropropanediol (CAS No. 57090-45-6) (as provided for
in subheading 2905.39.90) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
9.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for (R)-chloropropanediol
(CAS No. 57090-45-6) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to offer a unique antiviral drug at a
lower cost to consumers. The drug is used to treat CMV
retinitis, a potentially blinding disease common in late-stage
AIDS patients.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
13. Sec. 2013. Irganox 1520
Present law
Irganox 1520 (as provided for in subheading 2930.90.29 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a newheading for Irganox 1520 (CAS No.
110553-27-0) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and downstream
product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any
domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
14. Sec. 2014. Irganox 1425
Present law
Irganox 1425 (as provided for in subheading 2931.00.30 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Irganox 1425 (CAS No.
65140-9-2) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and downstream
product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any
domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
15. Sec. 2015. Irganox 565
Present law
Irganox 565 (as provided for in subheading 2933.69.60 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.5% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Irganox 565 (CAS No.
991-84-4) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and downstream
product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any
domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
16. Sec. 2016. Irganox 1520LR
Present law
Irganox 1520LR (as provided for in subheading 3812.30.60 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 2.2 cent/kg + 10.8%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Irganox 1520LR as duty
free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and downstream
product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any
domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
17. Sec. 2017. Irgacor 252LD
Present law
Irgacor 252LD (as provided for in subheading 2934.20.40 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Irgacor 252LD (CAS No.
95154-01-1) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and downstream
product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any
domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
18. Sec. 2018. Irgacor 1405
Present law
Irgacor 1405 (as provided for in subheading 2934.90.39 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Irgacor 1405 (CAS No.
171054-89-0) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and downstream
product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any
domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
19. Sec. 2019. 2-amino-4-(4-aminobenzoylamino)-benzenesulfonic acid
sodium salt
Present law
2-amino-4-(4-aminobenzoyl amino)-benzenesulfonic acid
sodium salt (as provided for in subheading 2930.90.29 of the
HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 2-amino-4-(4-
aminobenzoylamino)-benzenesulfonic acid sodium salt (CAS No.
167614-37-1) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The provision would enable American companies to reduce
costs, making the cotton textile industry more competitive
without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
20. Sec. 2020. 5-amino-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2,3-xylenesulfonamide
Present law
5-amino-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2,3-xylenesulfonamide, (as
provided for in subheading 2935.00.95 of the HTS) is subject to
an NTR duty rate of 2.2 cents/kg + 13.4% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 5-amino-N-(2-
hydroxyethyl)-2,3-xylenesulfonamide (CAS No. 25797-78-8) as
duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The provision would allow American firms to make the
automotive and textiles industries more competitive without
jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer. The dyes manufactured
from this product are intended for domestic and expanding
export markets.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
21. Sec. 2021. 3-amino-2,-(sulfatoethyl sulfonyl) ethyl benzamide
Present law
3-amino-2,-(sulfatoethyl sulfonyl) ethyl benzamide (as
provided for in subheading 2930.90.29 of the HTS) is subject to
an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 3-amino-2,-(sulfato-
ethylsulfonyl) ethyl benzamide (CAS No. 121315-20-6) as duty
free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The provision would make the U.S. automotive and textiles
industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic
manufacturer. The dyes manufactured from this product are
intended for domestic and expanding export markets.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
22. Sec. 2022. ACM
Present law
ACM (as provided for in subheading 2931.00.90.30 of the
HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for the organo-phosphorus
compound ACM (CAS No. 167004-78-6) as duty free through
December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
ACM is an essential ingredient in manufacturing glufosinate
ammonium, a broad-spectrum herbicide widely used in corn and
soybean cultivation. The cost to import ACM currently comprises
about 90 percent of the total cost of manufacturing glufosinate
ammonium. Suspension of this duty would substantially lower
U.S. agricultural firms' costs of production and thereby
improve competitiveness.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
23. Sec. 2023. C.I. Pigment Yellow 109
Present law
C.I. Pigment Yellow 109 (as provided for in subheading
3204.17.04 of the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.9%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for the synthetic organic
coloring matter C.I. Pigment Yellow 109 (CAS No. 106276-79-3)
as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and downstream
product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any
domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
24. Sec. 2024. C.I. Pigment Yellow 110
Present law
C.I. Pigment Yellow 110 (as provided for in subheading
3204.17.04 of the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.9%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for the synthetic organic
coloring matter C.I. Pigment Yellow 110 (CAS No. 106276-80-6)
as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would enable U.S. chemical companies to
reduce costs, making the chemicals industry and other
downstream product industries more competitive without
jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
25. Sec. 2025. Halofenozide
Present law
Halofenozide (as provided for in subheading 2928.00.25 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for halofenozide (CAS No.
112226-61-6) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The provision would reduce the costs of any U.S. company
which imports halofenozide to produce an insecticide, which is
used by commercial turf farms, golf courses, growers of
ornamental plants and trees, and the professional and home lawn
care trade. There is no domestic production of halofenozide.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
26. Sec. 2026. -Bromo--nitrostyrene
Present law
-Bromo--nitrostyrene (as provided for in
subheading 2904.90.47 of the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty
rate of 2.2 cent/kg + 11.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for -Bromo-
-nitrostyrene (CAS No. 7166-19-0) as duty free through
December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension provision would reduce
production costs for chemical companies producing the
fertilizer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
27. Sec. 2027. Beta Hydroxyalkylamide
Present law
Beta Hydroxyalkylamide (as provided for in subheading
3824.90.90 of the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 5% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for beta hydroxyalkylamide
(CAS No. 6334-25-4) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The provision would remove the duty on a chemical for which
there is no known domestic production and would reduce costs
for American companies.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
28. Sec. 2028. 2,6-Dimethyl-m-dioxan-4-ol acetate
Present law
2,6-Dimethyl-m-dioxan-4-ol acetate (as provided for in
subheading 2932.99.90 of the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty
rate of 3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 2,6-Dimethyl-m-dioxan-4-
ol acetate (CAS No. 000828-00-2) as duty free through December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow U.S. chemical
companies to reduce production costs of products incorporating
this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
29. Sec. 2029. Grilamid TR90
Present law
Grilamid TR90 (as provided for in subheading 3908.90.70 of
the HTS) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 0.4 cent/kg + 6.7%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Grilamid TR90 (CAS No.
163800-66-6) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The provision would remove the duty on Grilamid TR90, for
which there is no known domestic producer.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
30. Sec. 2030. C.I. Pigment Yellow 181
Present law
C.I. Pigment Yellow 181 (CAS No. 074441-05-7) (as provided
for in subheading 3204.17.60 ) is subject to an NTR duty rate
of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend amend subchapter II of chapter 99
of the HTS by inserting a new heading for C.I. Pigment Yellow
(CAS No. 074441-05-7) as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable manufacturers to
cost-effectively produce plastics colored by this pigment.
There is no known domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
31. Sec. 2031. Butanamide 2,2,-[3,3,-dichloro[1,1,-biphenyl]-4,4,-
diyl)bis(azo)] bis[N-(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)-3-oxo
Present law
Butanamide, 2,2, - [3,3, - dichloro[1,1, - biphenyl] -
4,4,-diyl)bis(azo)]bis[N-(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-
yl) - 3 - oxo (CAS No. 078245-94-0) (provided for in subheading
3204.17.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Butanamide, 2,2,-[3,3,-
dichloro[1,1,-biphenyl] - 4,4, - diyl)bis(azo)]bis[N-(2,3-
dihydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)-3-oxo (CAS No. 078245-94-0)
as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable manufacturers to
cost-effectively produce plastics using use this pigment is a
coloring agent. There is no domestic production of this
pigment.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
32. Sec. 2032. Butanamide, N,N,-(3,3,dimethyl[1,1,-biphenyl]-4,4,-
diyl)bis[2-[2,4-dichlorophenyl)azo]-3-oxo-
Present law
Butanamide, N,N,-(3,3,dimethyl[1,1,-biphenyl]-4,4,-
diyl)bis[2-[2,4-dichlorophenyl)azo]-3-oxo-(CAS No. 005979-28-2)
(as provided for in subheading 3204.17.04 ) is subject to an
NTR duty rate of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Butanamide, N,N,-
(3,3,dimethyl[1,1, - biphenyl]-4,4,-diyl)bis[2-[2,4-
dichlorophenyl)azo]-3-oxo-(CAS No. 005979-28-2) as duty free
through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable manufacturers to
cost-effectively produce plastics colored by this pigment.
There is no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
33. Sec. 2033. C.I. Pigment Yellow 154
Present law
C.I. Pigment Yellow 154 (CAS No. 068134-22-5) (as provided
for in subheading 3204.17.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for C.I. Pigment Yellow 154
(CAS No. 068134-22-5) as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment in making automotive
coatings. There is no domestic production of this product.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
34. Sec. 2034. C.I. Pigment Yellow 180
Present law
C.I. Pigment Yellow 180 (CAS No. 077804-81-0) (as provided
for in subheading 3204.17.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for C.I. Pigment Yellow 180
(CAS No. 077804-81-0) as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment in making packaging for
foods intended to be heated. There is no domestic production of
this product.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
35. Sec. 2035. C.I. Pigment Yellow 191
Present law
C.I. Pigment Yellow 191 (CAS No. 043035-18-3) (as provided
for in subheading 3204.17.60 ) is subject to an NTR duty rate
of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for C.I. Pigment Yellow 191
(CAS No. 043035-18-3) as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment in making packaging for
foods intended to be heated. There is no domestic production of
this product.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
36. Sec. 2036. KN001
Present law
KN001 (CAS No. 189573-21-5) (as provided for in subheading
2928.00.2500) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.6% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for KN001 (a hydrochloride),
2-4-Dichloro-5-hydrazino-phenol-monohydrochloride (CAS No. 189-
573-21-5) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to produce herbicides in which this chemical is an active
ingredient. There is no domestic production of this chemical at
this time.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
37. Sec. 2037. DEMT
Present law
DEMT, N,n-diethyl-m-toluidine (CAS No. 91-67-8) (as
provided for in subheading 2921.43.80) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 1.4 cents/kg + 13.9% ad valorem. There is a
current suspension of the duty on this product in effect until
January 1, 1999 under HTS subheading 9902.32.12.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for DEMT, N,n-diethyl-m-
toluidine (CAS No. 91-67-8) as duty free through December 31,
2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to continue cost-effectively producing certain photographic
equipment. There is no known domestic production of this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
38. Sec. 2038. IN-w4280
Present law
IN-W4280, (2,4-dichloro-5-hydroxy-phenylhydrazine) (CAS No.
39807-21-1) (asprovided for in subheading 2928.00.2500) is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for IN-W4280, (2,4-dichloro-
5-hydroxy-phenylhydrazine) (CAS No. 39807-21-1) as duty free
through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to continue cost-effectively producing herbicides in which this
chemical is an ingredient. There is no known domestic
production of this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
39. Sec. 2039. 2-Chloro-N-[2,6-dinitro-4-(tri-fluoromethyl) phenyl]-N-
ethyl-6-fluorobenzenemethanamine
Present law
2-Chloro-N-[2,6-dinitro-4-(tri-fluoromethyl) phenyl]-N-
ethyl-6-fluorobenzenemethanamine (CAS No. 62924-70-3) (as
provided for in subheading 2924.29.90) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 2-chloro-N-[2,6-dinitro-
4-(tri-fluoromethyl) phenyl]-N-ethyl-6-fluorobenzenemethanamine
(CAS No. 62924-70-3) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. farmers to
more cost-effectively regulate the growth of tobacco plants.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
40. Sec. 2040. Propanoic Acid, 2-[4-[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-
pyridinyl)oxy]phenoxy]-,2-propynyl ester)
Present law
Propanoic acid, 2-[4-[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-
pyridinyl)oxy]phenoxy]-,2-propynyl ester) (CAS No. 105512-06-9)
(as provided for in subheading 2918.90.20.50) is subject to an
NTR duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Propanoic acid, 2-[4-
[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-pyridinyl)oxy]phenoxy]-,2-propynyl ester)
(CAS No. 105512-06-9) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
continue cost-effectively producing herbicides incorporating
this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
41. Sec. 2041. Active Ingredient in an Herbicide
Present law
2,4-Dichloro-3,5-dinitrobenzotrifluoride (CAS No. 29091-09-
6) (as provided for in subheading 2910.90.20) is subject to an
NTR duty rate of 5.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 2,4-Dichloro-3,5-
dinitrobenzotrifluoride (CAS No. 29091-09-6) as duty free
through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
42. Sec. 2042. Acetic Acid [(5-chloro-8-quinolinyl)oxy]-, 1-methylhexyl
ester
Present law
Acetic acid, [(5-chloro-8-quinolinyl)oxy]-, 1-methylhexyl
ester (CAS No. 99607-70-2) (as provided for in subheading
2933.40.30) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 12.3% ad valorem
+ 2.2 cents/kilogram.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Acetic acid, [(5-chloro-
8-quinolinyl)oxy]-, 1-methylhexyl ester (CAS No. 99607-70-2) as
duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
43. Sec. 2043. Acetic Acid, [[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-[(tetrahydro-3-oxo-
1H, 3H-[1,3,4] thiadiazolo [3,4-a] pyridazin-1-
ylidene)amino]phenyl]thio] methyl ester
Present law
Acetic acid, [[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-[(tetrahydro-3-oxo-1H,
3H-[1,3,4] thiadiazolo [3,4-a] pyridazin-1-
ylidene)amino]phenyl]thio]-, methyl ester (CAS No. 117337-19-6)
(as provided for in subheading 2934.90.15) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Acetic acid, [[2-chloro-
4-fluoro-5-[(tetrahydro-3-oxo-1H, 3H-[1,3,4] thiadiazolo [3,4-
a] pyridazin-1-ylidene)amino]phenyl]thio]-, methyl ester (CAS
No. 117337-19-6) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produceherbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
44. Sec. 2044. Chloroacetone
Present law
Chloroacetone (CAS No. 78-95-5) (as provided for in
subheading 2914.19.00) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 4% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Chloroacetone (CAS No.
78-95-5) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
45. Sec. 2045. Sodium N-methyl-N-oleyol taurate
Present law
Sodium N-methyl-N oleoyl taurate (CAS No. 137-20-2) (as
provided for in subheading 2904.10.50) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 4.2% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for sodium N-methyl-N oleoyl
taurate (CAS No. 137-20-2) as duty free through December 31,
2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides and detergents which
incorporate this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
46. Sec. 2046. Dialkylnaphthalene sulfonic acid sodium salt
Present law
Dialkylnaphthalene sulfonic acid sodium salt (CAS No.
25638-17-9) (as provided for in subheading 2904.10.10) is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 5.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for dialkylnaphthalene
sulfonic acid sodium salt (CAS No. 25638-17-9) as duty free
through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
47. Sec. 2047. O-(6-chloro-3-phenyl-4-pyridazinyl)-S-octyl-
carbonothioate
Present law
O-(6-chloro-3-phenyl-4-pyridazinyl)-S-octyl-carbonothioate
(CAS No. 55512-33-9) (as provided for in subheading 3808.30.15)
is subject to an NTR duty rate of .4 cents/kg + 7.1% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for O-(6-chloro-3-phenyl-4-
pyridazinyl)-S-octyl-carbonothioate (CAS No. 55512-33-9) as
duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
48. Sec. 2048. 4-Cyclopropyl-6-methyl-2-phenylamino-pyrimidine
Present law
4-Cyclopropyl-6-methyl-2-phenylamino-pyrimidine (CAS No.
121552-61-2) (as provided for in subheading 2933.59.15 ) is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 4-Cyclopropyl-6-methyl-
2-phenylamino-pyrimidine (CAS No. 121552-61-2) as duty free
through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce fungicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
49. Sec. 2049. O,O-Dimethyl-S-[5-methoxy-2-oxo-1,3,4-thiadiazol-3(2H)-
yl-methyl]-dithiophosphate
Present law
O,O-Dimethyl-S-[5-methoxy-2-oxo-1,3,4-thiadiazol-3(2H)-yl-
methyl]-dithiophosphate (CAS No. 950-37-8) (as provided for in
subheading 2934.90.90) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.8%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for O,O-Dimethyl-S-[5-
methoxy-2-oxo-1,3,4-thiadiazol-3(2H)-yl-methyl]-dithiophosphate
(CAS No. 950-37-8) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce fungicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
50. Sec. 2050. Ethyl [2-(4-phenoxyphenoxy) ethyl] carbamate
Present law
Ethyl [2-(4-phenoxyphenoxy) ethyl] carbamate (CAS No.
79127-80-3) (as provided for in subheading 2924.10.80) is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for (Ethyl [2-(4-
phenoxyphenoxy) ethyl] carbamate (CAS No. 79127-80-3) as duty
free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce insect growth regulators which
incorporate this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
51. Sec. 2051. 3-(6-Methoxy-4-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-1-[2-(2-
chloroethoxy)-phenylsulfonyl]urea
Present law
3-(6-Methoxy - 4 - methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl) - 1 - [2-(2-
chloroethoxy)-phenylsulfonyl]urea (CAS No. 82097-50-5) (as
provided for in subheading 3808.30.15) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of .4 cents/kg + 7.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 3-(6-Methoxy-4-methyl-
1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-1-[2-(2-chloroethoxy)-phenylsulfonyl]urea
(CAS No. 82097-50-5) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce broadleaf herbicides which
incorporate this chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
52. Sec. 2052.[[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-[(tetrahydro-3-oxo-1H, 3H-[1,3,4]
thiadiazolo [3,4-a] pyridazin-1-ylidene)amino]phenyl]thio]-, methyl
ester
Present law
[(2S,4R)/(2R,4S)]/[(2R,4R)/(2S,4S) - 1 - (2 - [4-(4-chloro-
phenoxy)-2-chlorophenyl] - 4-methyl-1,3-diaxolan-2-yl-methyl)-
1H-1,2,4-triazole (CAS No. 119446-68-3) (as provided for in
subheading 2934.90.12) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.3%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for [(2S,4R)/(2R,4S)] /
[(2R,4R)/(2S,4S) - 1 - (2-[4-(4-chloro-phenoxy) - 2-
chlorophenyl]-4-methyl-1,3-diaxolan-2-yl-methyl)-1H-1,2,4-
triazole (CAS No. 119446-68-3) as duty free through December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce fungicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
53. Sec. 2053. Substrates of synthetic quartz or synthetic fused silica
Present law
Synthetic quartz substrates imported into the United States
in bulk or in forms or packages for retail sale (as provided
for in subheading 7006.00.40) are subject to an NTR duty rate
of 4.9% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter III of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for synthetic quartz
substrates imported into the United States in bulk or in forms
or packages for retail sale (provided for in subheading
7006.00.40) with a tariff rate of 1 percent through December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The tariff reduction would enable U.S. companies which
import these substrates to compete more cost-effectively in the
market.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
54. Sec. 2054. KL540
Present law
Methyl-4-trifluoromethoxyphenyl-N-(chlorocarbonyl)
carbamate, known as KL540 (CAS No. 173903-15-6) (as provided
for in subheading 2924.29.70) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Methyl-4-
trifluoromethoxyphenyl-N-(chlorocarbonyl) carbamate, known as
KL540 (CAS No. 173903-15-6) as duty free through December 31,
2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce insecticides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
55. Sec. 2055. Methyl thioglycolate
Present law
Methyl thioglycolate (CAS No. 2365-48-2) (as provided for
in subheading 2930.90.90) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for methyl thioglycolate
(CAS No. 2365-48-2) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
56. Sec. 2056. Tebufenozide
Present law
Tebufenozide, N-tert-butyl-N'-(4ethylbenzoyl)-3,5-dimethyl
benzoylhydrazide (CAS No. 112410-23-8) (as provided for in
subheading 2928.00.25) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.6%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Tebufenozide, N-tert-
butyl-N'-(4ethylbenzoyl)-3,5-dimethylbenzoylhydrazide (CAS No.
112410-23-8) as duty free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce insecticides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
57. Sec. 2057. Organic luminescent pigments, dyes, and fibers for
security applications, and 4-hexylresorcinol
Present law
Organic luminescent pigments, dyes, and fibers for security
applications (as provided for in subheading 3204.90.00) are
subject to an NTR duty rate of 5.9% ad valorem. 4-
Hexylresorcinol (CAS No. 136-77-6) (as provided for in
subheading 2907.29.90) is subject to an NTR duty of 5.8% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for organic luminescent
pigments, dyes, and fibers for security applications as duty
free through December 31, 2001, and for 4-Hexylresorcinol (CAS
No. 136-77-6) as duty free through December 31, 2001.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
more cost-effectively produce items requiring security and
anti-counterfeiting elements for which these chemicals are
suited.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
58. Sec. 2058. DPX-e6758
Present law
DPX-E6758, phenyl (4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yl) carbamate
(CAS No. 89392-03-0) (as provided for in subheading 2933.59.70)
is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for DPX-E6758, phenyl (4,6-
dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yl) carbamate (CAS No. 89392-03-0) as duty
free through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
59. Sec. 2059. Benzenepropanol.4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-alpha-methyl-
Present law
Benzenepropanal 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-alpha-methyl- (CAS
No. 80-54-6) (as provided for in subheading 2912.29.60.00) is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.0% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Benzenepropanal 4-(1,1-
dimethylethyl)-alpha-methyl- (CAS No. 80-54-6) with a duty rate
of 6% ad valorem through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary tariff reduction would enable U.S. firms to
more cost effectively incorporate this subject chemical into
fragrances often found in fabric softeners and perfumes.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
60. Sec. 2060. Elimination of duty on Ziram
Present law
Ziram (as provided for in subheading 3808.20.28) is subject
to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subheading 3808.20.24 of the HTS
by striking ``and Metiram'' and inserting ``Metiram; and
Ziram''.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively produce herbicides which incorporate this
chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
61. Sec. 2061. Ethylene, tetrafluoro-polymer with ethylene (ETFE)
Present law
Ethylene, tetrafluoro-polymer with ethylene (ETFE) (as
provided for in subheading 3904.69.50.00) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of .4 cents/kg + 6.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Ethylene, tetrafluoro-
polymer with ethylene (ETFE) with a reduced duty rate of 3.3%
ad valorem through December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary tariff reduction would enable U.S. companies
to more cost-effectively use the subject chemical in wide
applications, including coating electrical wires, insulating
aircraft fuel tanks and hydraulic systems, and acting as a
vapor barrier in automobiles to help comply with the Clean Air
Act.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
62. Sec. 2062. C.I. Pigment Red 187
Present law
2-Naphthalenecarboxamide, 4-[[5-[[[4-(Aminocarbonyl)
phenyl] amino]carbonyl] - 2 - methoxyphenyl]azo] - N - (5-
chloro-2,4-dimeth oxyphenyl)-3-hydroxy (CAS No. 059487-23-9)
(as provided for in subheading 3204.17.60) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 2-
Naphthalenecarboxamide, 4-[[5-[[[4-(Aminocarbonyl) phenyl]
amino]carbonyl]-2-methoxy phenyl]azo]-N-(5-chloro-2,4-
dimethoxyphenyl)-3-hydroxy (CAS No. 059487-23-9) as duty free
through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The Temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment in its primary application
of making packaging for foods intended to be heated or for
coloring plastics which are processed at extreme temperatures.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
63. Sec. 2063. Benzenesulfonic acid, 4-[[3-[[2-hydroxy-3-[[(4-
methoxyphenyl) amino)carbonyl]-1-naphthalenyl]azo]-4-
methylbenzoyl]amino]-,calcium salt (2:1)
Present law
Benzenesulfonic acid, 4-[[3-[[2-hydroxy-3-[[(4-
methoxyphenyl) amino) carbonyl] - 1 - naphthalenyl]azo] - 4 -
methylbenzoyl]amino]-,calcium salt (2:1) (CAS No. 043035-18-3)
(as provided for in subheading 3204.17.60) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Benzenesulfonic acid, 4-
[[3-[[2-hydroxy - 3 - [[(4-methoxyphenyl) amino)carbonyl] - 1 -
naphthalenyl]azo]-4-methylbenzoyl]amino]-,calcium salt (2:1)
(CAS No. 043035-18-3) as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The Temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment in its primary application
of making packaging for foods intended to be heated or for
coloring plastics which are processed at extreme temperatures.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
64. Sec. 2064. C.I. Pigment Red 185
Present law
2-Naphthalenecarboxamide, N-(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-yl) - 3 - hydroxy - 4 - [[2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-
[(methylamino)sulphonyl]phenyl]azo]- (CAS No. 051920-12-8) (as
provided for in subheading 3204.17.04 ) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 2-
Naphthalenecarboxamide, N-(2,3 - dihydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-
5-yl)-3-hydroxy-4-[[2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-
[(methylamino)sulphonyl]phenyl]azo]-(CAS No. 051920-12-8) as
duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment in its primary application
of making packaging for foods intended to be heated or for
coloring plastics which are processed at extreme temperatures.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
65. Sec. 2065. C.I. Pigment Red 208.
Present law
Benzoic acid, 2-[[3-[[(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-
yl)amino]carbonyl] - 2 - hydroxy - 1 - naphthalenyl]azo]-,butyl
ester (CAS No. 031778-10-6) (as provided for in subheading
3204.17.04) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 11.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Benzoic acid, 2-[[3-
[[(2,3-dihydro - 2 -oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)amino]carbonyl]-2-
hydroxy-1-naphthalenyl]azo]-,butyl ester (CAS No. 031778-10-6)
as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The Temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment in its primary application
of making packaging for foods intended to be heated or for
coloring plastics which are processed at extreme temperatures.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
66. Sec. 2066. C.I. Pigment Red 188
Present law
Benzoic acid, 4-[[(2,5-dichlorophenyl)amino]carbonyl]-2-
[[2-hydroxy-3-[[(2 - methoxyphenyl)amino]carbonyl]-1-
naphthalenyl]azo]-, methyl ester (CAS No. 061847-48-1) (as
provided for in subheading 3204.17.04) is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 6.9% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Benzoic acid, 4-[[(2,5-
dichlorophenyl)amino]carbonyl] - 2 - [[2 - hydroxy - 3 - [[(2-
methoxyphenyl)amino]carbonyl]-1-naphthalenyl]azo]-, methyl
ester (CAS No. 061847-48-1) as duty free through December 31,
2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
to cost-effectively use this pigment for such applications as
agricultural and industrial coatings.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
67. Sec. 2067. Certain Weaving Machines
Present law
Power weaving machines (looms), shuttle type, for weaving
fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm but not exceeding 4.9m (as
provided for in subheading 8446.21.50), if entered without off-
loom or large loom take-ups, drop wires, heddles, reeds,
harness frames or beams are subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Power weaving machines
(looms), shuttle type, for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding
30 cm but not exceeding 4.9m (as provided for in subheading
8446.21.50), if entered without off-loom or large loom take-
ups, drop wires, heddles, reeds, harness frames or beams, as
duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension for these machines would
enable U.S. companies to become more cost-effective in the
above specified fabric market without hurting any domestic
industry.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
68. Sec. 2068. Chloromethyl Pivalate
Present law
Chloromethyl Pivalate (CAS No. 18997-19-8) (as provided for
in subheading 2915.90.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
3.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Chloromethyl Pivalate
(CAS No. 18997-19-8) as duty free through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable pharmaceutical
companies to more cost-effectively produce anti-HIV and anti-
AIDS drugs which contain the subject chemical.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
69. Sec. 2069. 9-[2-(R)-[[Bis[(isopropoxycarbonyl)oxymethoxy]-
phosphinoyl] methoxy]propyl]adenine fumarate (1:1)
Present law
9 - [2 - (R) - [[Bis[(isopropoxycarbonyl)oxymethoxy] -
phosphinoyl] methoxy]propyl]adenine fumarate (1:1) (as provided
for in subheading 2933.59.59) is subject to an NTR duty rate of
3.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 9-[2-(R)-
[[Bis[(isopropoxycarbonyl)oxymethoxy]-
phosphinoyl]methoxy]propyl] adenine fumarate (1:1) as duty free
through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to pursue production of an antiviral
drug which has been proven highly effective in combating a
primate virus closely related to AIDS.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
70. Sec. 2070. Diethyl p-toluene sulfonyloxymethylphosphonate
Present law
Diethyl p-toluene sulfonyloxymethylphosphonate (CAS No.
31618-90-3) (as provided for in subheading 2933.59.80) is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 2.2 cents /kg + 12.3% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for Diethyl p-toluene
sulfonyloxymethylphosphonate (CAS No. 31618-90-3) as duty free
through December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S.
pharmaceutical companies to continue cost-effectively producing
a drug containing this chemical which is used for treating HIV/
AIDS and Hepatitis B.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
71. Sec. 2071. C.I. Pigment Yellow 175
Present law
1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2-[[1-[[(2,3-di-hydro-2-oxo-
1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)amino carbonyl]-2-oxypropyl]azo]-,
dimethyl ester (CAS No. 035636-63-6) (as provided for in
subheading 3204.17.60) is subject to an NTR rate of 11.6% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic
acid, 2-[[1-[[(2,3-di-hydro-2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)amino
carbonyl]-2-oxypropyl]azo]-, dimethyl ester (CAS No. 035636-63-
6) as duty freethrough December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
cost-effectively produce automotive coatings which are the
primary use for this environmentally sound, organic pigment.
There was no domestic production of the subject chemical
between 1995-1997.
Effective date
The provision would be effective as it applies to goods
entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or
after the 15th day after the date of enactment.
72. SEC. 2072. Anti-hiv/anti-aids drugs
Present law
3-(Acetyloxy)-2-methyl-Benzoic acid is subject to an NTR
duty of 11.4% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) by inserting a new heading
9902.32.05 for the chemical 3-(Acetyloxy)-2-methyl-Benzoic acid
(CAS No. 168899-58-9) (provided for in subheading 2918.29.65)
used in the production of anti-HIV/anti-AIDS drugs, as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
more cost-effectively develop a new, more efficient
manufacturing route for nelfinavir, a recently approved anti-
HIV protease inhibitor drug. As there is no known domestic
production of this chemical, all necessary quantities must be
imported.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
73. SEC. 2073. Anti-cancer drugs
Present law
(S)-N-[[5-[2-(2 - amino-4,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4-oxo-1H-
pyrimido[5,4-b] [1,4]thiazin-6-yl)ethyl]-2-thienyl]carbonyl]-L-
glutamic acid diethyl ester is subject to an NTR duty of 3.7%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.16 for the chemical (S)-
N-[[5-[2 - (2 - amino - 4,6,7,8 - tetrahydro - 4 - oxo - 1H -
pyrimido[5,4 - b] [1,4]thiazin- 6-yl)ethyl]-2-
thienyl]carbonyl]-L-glutamic acid diethyl ester (CAS No.
177575-19-8) (provided for in subheading 2930.90.90) used in
the production of anti-cancer drugs, as temporarily duty free
until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
more cost-effectively develop and produce anti-cancer drugs
using this chemical that are currently undergoing testing.
There is no known significant domestic production of this
chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
74. SEC. 2074. 2-amino-5-bromo-6-methyl-4-(1h)-quinazolinone
Present law
2-Amino-5-bromo-6-methyl-4-(1H)-quinazolinone is subject to
an NTR duty rate of 7.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.20 for the chemical 2-
Amino-5-bromo-6-methyl-4-(1H)-quinazolinone (CAS No. 147149-89-
1) (provided for in subheading 2933.90.97) used in the
production of anti-cancer drugs, as temporarily duty free until
December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
more cost-effectively develop and produce anti-cancer drugs
using this chemical that are currently undergoing testing.
There is no known significant domestic production of this
chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
75. SEC. 2075. 2-amino-6-methyl-5-(4-pyridinylthio)-4-(1h)-
quinazolinone.
Present law
2-Amino-6-methyl-5-(4-pyridinylthio)-4-(1H)-quinazolinone
is subject to an NTR duty rate of 7.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.21 for the chemical 2-
Amino-6-methyl-5-(4-pyridinylthio)-4-(1H)-quinazolinone (CAS
No. 147149-76-6) (provided for in subheading 2933.90.97) used
in the production of anti-cancer drugs as temporarily duty free
until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
more cost-effectively develop and produce anti-cancer drugs
using this chemical that are currently undergoing testing.
There is no known significant domestic production of this
chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
76. SEC. 2076. 2-amino-5-nitrothiazole
Present law
2-Amino-5-nitrothiazole is subject to an NTR duty rate of
7.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.60 for 2-Amino-5-
nitrothiazole (CAS No. 121-66-4) (provided for in subheading
2934.10.90) as temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
77. SEC. 2077. 2-amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt
Present law
2-Amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 1.7 cents/kg + 15.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.32 for 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt (CAS No. 30693-53-9)
(provided for in subheading 2921.42.90) as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
78. SEC. 2078. 2-amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monoammonium salt
Present law
2-Amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monoammonium salt is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 1.7 cents/kg + 15.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.34 for 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monoammonium salt (CAS No. 4346-51-
4) (provided for in subheading 2921.42.90) as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
79. SEC. 2079. 2-amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid
Present law
2-Amino-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 1.7 cents/kg + 15.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.36 for 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic acid (CAS No. 96-75-3) (provided for in
subheading 2921.42.90) as temporarily duty free until December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
80. SEC. 2080. 3-(4,5-dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1h-pyrazol-1-yl)
benzenesulfonic acid
Present law
3-(4,5,-Dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1H-pyrazol-1-yl)
benzenesulfonic acid is subject to an NTR duty rate of
2.6 cents/kg + 13.3% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.38 for 3-(4,5,-Dihydro-
3-methyl-5-oxo-1H-pyrazol-1-yl) benzenesulfonic acid (CAS No.
119-17-5) (provided for in subheading 2933.19.43) as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
81. SEC. 2081. 4-chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid
Present law
4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 2.6 cents/kg + 12.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.48 for 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfonic acid (CAS No. 121-18-6) (provided for in
subheading 2904.90.47) as temporarily duty free until December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
82. SEC. 2082. 4-chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monopotassium salt
Present law
4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monopotassium salt is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 2.6 cents/kg + 12.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.50 for 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monopotassium salt (CAS No. 6671-49-
4) (provided for in subheading 2904.90.47) as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
83. SEC. 2083. 4-chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt
Present law
4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 11.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.52 for 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt (CAS No. 17691-19-9)
(provided for in subheading 2904.90.40) as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
84. SEC. 2084. 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid
Present law
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenesulfonic acid is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 9.2% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.54 for 2-Methyl-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic acid (CAS No. 121-03-9) (provided for in
subheading 2904.90.20) as temporarily duty free until December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
85. SEC. 2085. 6-bromo-2,4,dinitroaniline
Present law
6-Bromo-2,4,dinitroaniline is subject to an NTR duty rate
of 1.7 cents /kg + 15.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.22 for 6-Bromo-
2,4,dinitroaniline (CAS No. 1817-73-8) (provided for in
subheading 2921.42.90) as temporarily duty free until December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
86. SEC. 2086. 4-chloropyridine hydrochloride
Present law
4-Chloropyridine hydrochloride is subject to an NTR duty
rate of 2.6 cents /kg +13.3% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.17 for the chemical 4-
Chloropyridine hydrochloride (CAS No. 7379-35-3) (provided for
in heading 2933.39.61) used in the production of anti-cancer
drugs, as temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The duty suspension will allow for more efficient
production of three newly-developed anti-cancer drugs using
this chemical, which are currently undergoing testing. There is
no known significant domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
87. SEC. 2087. 3-ethoxycarbonyl-aminophenyl-n-phenylcarbamate
(desmedipham)
Present law
3-ethoxycarbonyl-aminophenyl-n-phenylcarbamate (Desmedi-
pham) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.31.12 for 3-ethoxycarbonyl-
aminophenyl-n-phenylcarbamate (Desmedipham) (CAS No. 13684-56-
5) (provided for in subheading 2924.29.41) as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
88. SEC. 2088. [s-(r*,r*)]-2,3-dihydroxy-butanedioic acid
Present law
[S-(R*,R*)]-2,3-dihydroxy-Butanedioic acid is subject to an
NTR duty rate of 4% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.23 for the chemical [S-
(R*,R*)]-2,3-dihydroxy-Butanedioic acid (CAS No. 147-71-7)
(provided for in subheadings 2918.19.90 or 2918.90.50) used in
the production of anti-HIV/anti-AIDS drugs, as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The duty suspension will allow for more cost-effective
development of a new, more efficient manufacturing route for
nelfinavir, a recently approved anti-HIV protease inhibitor
drug. As there is no known domestic production of this
chemical, all necessary quantities must be imported.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
89. SEC. 2089. (3s)-2,2-dimethyl-3-thiomorpholine carboxylic acid
Present law
(3S)-2,2-Dimethyl-3-thiomorpholine carboxylic acid is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 7.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.19 for the chemical
(3S)-2,2-Dimethyl-3-thiomorpholine carboxylic acid (CAS No.
84915-43-5) (provided for in heading 2934.90.90) used in the
production of anti-cancer drugs, as temporarily duty free until
December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The provision would allow for more cost-effective
production of three newly-developed anti-cancer drugs which are
currently undergoing testing. There was no known significant
domestic production of this chemical during the past five
years.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
90. SEC. 2090. Diiodomethyl-p-tolylsulfone
Present law
Diiodomethyl-p-tolylsulfone is subject to an NTR duty rate
of 10.7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.90 for Diiodomethyl-p-
tolylsulfone (CAS No. 20018-09-1) (provided for in heading
2930.90.10) as temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
This chemical is used as a preservative by industries
engaged in the production, storage, and use of products subject
to microbial degradation. There is no domestic production of
this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
91. SEC. 2091. 2-ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranyl-
methanesulfonate (ethofumesate)
Present law
2-Ethoxy - 2,3 - dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranyl-
methanesulfonate (ethofumesate) as provided for in HTS
subheading 2932.99.08 is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.6% ad
valorem; as provided for in HTS subheading 3808.30.15 is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 0.7c/kg +7.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.31.20 for 2-Ethoxy-2,3-
dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-5-benzofuranyl-methanesulfonate
(ethofumesate) (CAS No. 26225-79-6) (provided for in
subheadings 2932.99.08 and 3808.30.15) as temporarily duty free
until December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
92. SEC. 2092. Skating boots for use in the manufacture of in-line
roller skates
Present law
Skating boots for use in the manufacture of in-line roller
skates described in HTS subheading 6404.11.90 have an NTR duty
rate of 20% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.64.04 for skating boots for
use in the manufacture of in-line roller skates (provided for
in subheading 6404.11.90) as temporarily duty free until
December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
Skating boots used for in-line skates are subject to a 20%
duty. However, imports of completely-assembled in-line skates
containing such boots enter free of duty, resulting in a tariff
inversion which gives importers of in-line skates a competitive
edge over U.S. producers of in-line skates. This provision
would correct the inversion and encourage U.S. production of
in-line skates.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
93. SEC. 2093. 2-4-dichloro-5-hydrazino-phenol-monohydrochloride
Present law
2-4-Dichloro-5-hydrazino-phenol-monohydrochloride is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new subheading under heading 9902.30.98 for
2-4-Dichloro-5-hydrazino-phenol-monohydrochloride (CAS No.
189573-21-5) (provided for in subheading 2928.00.25) as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 1998.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
94. SEC. 2094. 3-mercapto-d-valine
Present law
3-Mercapto-D-valine is subject to an NTR duty rate of 4.2%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.18 for 3-Mercapto-D-
valine (CAS No. 52-67-5) (provided for in subheading
2930.90.45) used in the production of anti-cancer drugs, as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
95. SEC. 2095. 6-amino-1,3-naphthalenedisulfonic acid
Present law
6-Amino-1,3-napthalenedisulfonic acid is subject to an NTR
duty rate of 1.7 cents/kg + 15.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.91 for 6-Amino-1,3-
napthalenedisulfonic acid (CAS No. 118-33-2) (provided for in
subheading 2921.45.90) as temporarily duty free until December
31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
96. SEC. 2096. 6-amino-1,3-naphthalenedisulfonic acid, disodium salt
Present law
6-Amino-1,3-napthalenedisulfonic acid, disodium salt is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 1.7 cents/kg +15.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.92 for 6-Amino-1,3-
napthalenedisulfonic acid, disodium salt (CAS No. 50976-35-7)
(provided for in subheading 2921.45.90) as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce moderate production costs, operate more
efficiently, and pass savings on to downstream users and
consumers. There is no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
97. SEC. 2097. 7-acetylamino-4-hydroxy-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid,
monosodium salt
Present law
7-Acetylamino-4-hydroxy-2-napthalenesulfonic acid,
monosodium salt is subject to an NTR duty rate of 11.4% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.30 for 7-Acetylamino-4-
hydroxy-2-napthalenesulfonic acid, monosodium salt (CAS No.
42360-29-2) (provided for in subheading 2924.29.70) as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
98. SEC. 2098. 4-benzoylamino-5- hydroxy-2,7-naphthalenedisulfonic acid
Present law
4-Benzoylamino-5-hydroxy-2,7-napthalenedisulfonic acid is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 2.6 cents/kg + 14.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.40 for 4-Benzoylamino-5-
hydroxy-2,7-napthalenedisulfonic acid (CAS No. 117-46-4)
(provided for in subheading 2924.29.75) as temporarily duty
free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce productioncosts, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is no
domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
99. SEC. 2099. 4-benzoylamino-5- hydroxy-2,7-naphthalenedisulfonic
acid, monosodium salt
Present law
4-Benzoylamino-5-hydroxy-2,7-napthalenedisulfonic acid,
monosodium salt is subject to an NTR duty rate of 11.4% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.42 for 4-Benzoylamino-5-
hydroxy-2,7-napthalenedisulfonic acid, monosodium salt, (CAS
No. 79873-39-5) (provided for in subheading 2924.29.70) as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
100. SEC. 2100. P-ethylphenol
Present law
p-Ethylphenol is subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.4% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.31.21 for p-Ethylphenol
(CAS. No. 123-07-9) (provided for in subheading 2907.19.20) as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective Date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
101. SEC. 2101. Pantera
Present law
Pantera is subject to an NTR duty rate of 11.1% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.09 for (+/-)-
Tetrahydrofurfuryl (R)-2-[4-(6-chloroquinoxaline-2-yloxy)
phenoxy] propanoate (referred to as Pantera) (CAS No. 119738-
06-6) (provided for in subheading 2909.30.40) as temporarily
duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
102. SEC. 2102. 3-methyl-carbonyl-aminophenyl-3'-methyl-carbanilate
(phenmedipham)
Present law
3-Methyl-carbonyl-aminophenyl-3'-methyl-carbanilate is
subject to an NTR duty rate of 11% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.31.22 for 3-Methyl-
carbonyl-aminophenyl-3,-methyl-carbanilate (referred to as
phenmedipham) (CAS No. 13684-63-4) (provided for in subheading
2924.29.47) as temporarily duty free until December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
103. SEC. 2103. 2-amino-p-cresol
Present law
2-Amino-p-cresol is subject to an NTR duty rate of 5.8% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.93 for 2-Amino-p-cresol
(CAS No. 95-84-1) (provided for in subheading 2922.29.10) as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
10. SEC. 2104. 4-phenoxypyridine
Present law
4-Phenoxypyridine is subject to an NTR duty rate of 2.6
cents/kg +13.3% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.15 for the chemical 4-
Phenoxypyridine (CAS No. 4783-86-2) (provided for in subheading
2933.90.82) used in the production of anti-cancer drugs, as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The chemical is used in the production of newly-developed
anti-cancer drugs which are currently undergoing testing. The
duty suspension will allow for more economical development of
these drugs. There is no known significant domestic production
of this chemical.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
105. SEC. 2105. P-nitrobenzoic acid
Present law
p-Nitrobenzoic acid is subject to an NTR duty rate of 11.4%
ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.94 for p-Nitrobenzoic
acid (CAS No. 62-23-7) (provided for in subheading 2916.39.45)
as temporarily duty free until December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There
are currently no known domestic producers of this chemical and
no known commercially viable substitutes for this product in
downstream applications.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
106. SEC. 2106. P-toluenesulfonamide
Present law
p-Toluenesulfonamide is subject to an NTR duty rate of 2.6
cents/kg +14.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.95 for p-
Toluenesulfonamide (CAS No. 70-55-3) (provided for in heading
2935.00.95) as temporarily duty free until December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this product.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
107. SEC. 2107. Tannic Acid
Present law
Tannic acid is subject to an NTR duty rate of 1.5% ad
valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.28 for Tannic acid,
containing by weight 50 percent or more of tannic acid (CAS No.
1401-55-4) (provided for in subheading 3201.90.10) as
temporarily duty free until December 31, 2000.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this product.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
108. SEC. 2108. Polymers of tetrafluoroethylene, hexafluoropropylene,
and vinylidene fluoride
Present law
Polymers of tetrafluoroethylene, hexafluoropropylene, and
vinylidene flouride are subject to an NTR duty rate of
0.9 cents/kg +7% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.39.04 for polymers of
tetrafluoroethylene (provided for in subheading 3904.61.00)
hexa- fluoropropylene, and vinylidene flouride (provided for in
subheading 3904.69.50) as temporarily duty free until December
31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this product.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
109. SEC. 2109. Methyl 2-[[[[[4- (dimethylamino)-6-(2,2,2-
trifluoroethoxy)- 1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]- amino]carbonyl]-
amino]sulfonyl]-3-methylbenzoate (trisulfuron methyl)
Present law
Methyl 2-[[[[[4-(dimethylamino)-6-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-
1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]-amino]carbonyl]-amino]sulfonyl]-3-
methylbenzoate is subject to an NTR duty rate of 0.7 cents/kg
+7.8% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS to insert a new heading 9902.38.08 for Methyl 2 - [[[[[4 -
(dimethylamino)-6-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]-
amino]carbonyl]-amino]sulfonyl]-3-methylbenzoate in mixture
with application adjuvants. (CAS No. 126535-15-7) (provided for
in heading 3808.30.15) as temporarily free of duty until
December 31, 1999.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would allow American
companies to reduce production costs, operate more efficiently,
and pass savings on to downstream users and consumers. There is
no domestic production of this product.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
110. Sec. 2110. Suspension of Duty on Certain Manufacturing Equipment
Present law
This machinery, used to produce tires for large equipment
is classified under the following HTS subheadings and subject
to the following NTR duty rates:
8462.00.00, 4.4% ad valorem;
8465.10.00, 2.6% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the
HTS by inserting new headings 9902.84.79, 9902.84.81,
9902.84.83, 9902.84.85, 9902.84.87, 9902.84.89, 9902.84.91 to
provide for duty free treatment of certain machinery used to
produce the tires.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. companies
which use this machinery to more cost-effectively compete in
the large tire industry. There is no U.S. producer of the
subject machinery in the specifications provided.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
111. Sec. 2111. SE2SI Spray Granulated (HOE S 4291).
Present law
SE2SI Spray Granulated (HOE S 4291) (as provided for in
subheading 3907.99.00) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 1.9
cents + 8.0% ad valorem.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend subchapter II of chapter 99 of
the HTS by inserting a new heading for SE2SI Spray Granulated
(HOE S 4291) as duty free through December 31, 2002.
Reason for change
The temporary duty suspension would enable U.S. firms to
cost-effectively use this chemical as a surfactant ingredient
in manufacturing household/chemical products.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
112. Sec. 2112. Personal Effects of Participants in Certain World
Athletic Events
Present law
Present law provides for no duty exclusion for items of
participants in any of the listed events.
Explanation of provision
The provision would provide for duty free entry of the
personal effects of participants in, officials of, or members
of delegations to, the 1999 International Special Olympics, the
1999 Women's World Cup soccer, the 2001 International Special
Olympics, the 2002 Salt Lake city Winter Olympics, and the 2002
Winter Paralympic Games.
Reason for change
The duty suspension on the participants in these events
helps facilitate the organization and administration of these
athletic events and fosters international cooperation.
Effective date
The amendment made by this section applies with respect to
goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on
or after the 15th day after date of the enactment of this Act.
113. SEC. 2113. Effective date
Unless otherwise indicated, the provisions in this title
would apply to articles, entered, or withdrawn from warehouse
for consumption, on or after the 15th day after the date of
enactment.
Subtitle B--Other Trade Provisions
1. Sec. 2501. Extension of certain trade benefits of insular
possessions of the United States to certain fine jewelry
Present law
Note 5 in Chapter 91 of the HTS currently allows producers
of watches located in the U.S. insular possessions to benefit
from the Production Incentive Certificate (PIC) system, which
currently allows watch producers to import specified quantities
of watches, watch movements, and some watch components duty
free and to claim duty refunds for watches, watch movements,
and watch parts.
Explanation of provision
This provision would amend the HTS to extend to certain
fine jewelry the same trade benefits enjoyed by watch makers in
U.S. insular possessions under the PIC program.
Reason for change
The provision would allow jewelry producers (assemblers) in
the U.S. insular possessions to take advantage of the
production incentives that have been granted to watch producers
since 1983. Jewelry and watch producers and assemblers would
share the benefits that already exist; the provision would not
increase or decrease benefits already in effect or alter
quantitative limits on imports. Watch producers would not
experience a reduction in their benefits. Instead, jewelry
producers would be able to take advantage of unused
certificates and unfilled import quantities available
presumably after watch producers had made use of benefits
available to them. In addition, watch producers could also
produce jewelry under the program.
Effective date
The provision applies with respect to goods entered, or
withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after the 15th
day after the date of the enactment of this Act.
2. SEC. 2502. Tariff treatment for certain components of scientific
instruments and apparatus.
Present law
Separate components of certain large scientific instruments
or apparatus that are imported for assembly under those
circumstances in which the instrument or apparatus, due to its
size, cannot be imported in its assembled state, are subject to
separate NTR duty rates, even though the larger scientific
apparatus of which the components are a part would receive
duty-free treatment, were they imported as part of a single,
finished scientific instrument or apparatus.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend U.S. Note 6, subchapter X,
chapter 98 of the HTS to clarify that separate components of
certain large scientific instruments and apparatus would be
provided the same tariff treatment as those large scientific
instruments and apparatus. The term ``instruments and
apparatus'' under subheading 9810.00.60 would include separable
components of an instrument or apparatus that are imported for
assembly under those circumstances in which the instrument or
apparatus, due to its size, cannot be imported in its assembled
state. The provision also would amend the procedures by which
the Secretaries of Treasury and Commercewould determine whether
or not to grant such duty-free treatment.
Reason for change
The provision is needed to permit duty-free treatment for
separate components of certain large scientific instruments or
apparatus that are imported for assembly under circumstances in
which the instrument, due to its size, cannot be imported in
its assembled state, even though the larger scientific
apparatus of which the components are a part would receive
duty-free treatment, were they imported as part of a single,
finished scientific instrument or apparatus.
Effective date
The effective date shall be 120 days following enactment.
3. Sec. 2503. Liquidation or reliquidation of certain entries
Present law
Certain entries at the ports of Los Angeles and New Orleans
in 1986 and 1987 were liquidated not in accordance with a
Department of Commerce anti-dumping determination.
Explanation of provision
The provision would provide for reliquidation of certain
entries made at Los Angeles and New Orleans, in accordance with
the final decision of the Department of Commerce for shipments
entered between October 1, 1984, and December 14, 1987 (case
number A-274-001).
Reason for change
The provision would liquidate these entries in compliance
with the Department of Commerce rulings.
Effective date
The provision shall apply as of the date of the enactment
of this Act.
4. SEC. 2504. Finished petroleum derivatives drawback
Present law
Section 313(p)(2)(A)(iv) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19
U.S.C. 1313(p)(2)(A)(iv)) provides for substitution drawback
for finished petroleum derivatives.
Explanation of provision
The provision would require the Secretary of the Treasury
to convene a working group of interested parties and, not later
than March 31, 1998, publish regulations and, if necessary,
submit legislation to the Congress, to modify and simplify the
processing of finished petroleum derivatives drawback claims.
Reason for change
Section 313 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1313) was
amended by the North American Free Trade Agreements (NAFTA)
Implementation Act [P.L. 103-182] to provide special accounting
and attribution rules for drawback on petroleum products. The
provision was intended to allow the petroleum industry to
account for selected petroleum products on a quantitative
basis, relieving Customs and industry of the problem of
``tracking molecules'' for the attribution of drawback.
However, Customs' interpretation of 19 U.S.C. 1313(p)(2)(a)(iv)
requires companies to track delivery of the actual imported
petroleum in possession of the exporter. As such, companies are
required to ``track molecules.'' The proposed amendment would
require the Secretary of the Treasury to convene a working
group of interested parties and, not later than March 31, 1998
publish regulations and, if necessary, submit legislation to
the Congress, to modify and simplify the processing of finished
petroleum derivatives drawback claims. The Committee believes
that the working group should seek to fulfill the original
intent of the Customs Modernization Act that selected petroleum
products should be tracked on a quantitative basis for purposes
of substitution drawback.
Effective date
The provision would be effective as of the date of
enactment.
5. SEC. 2505. Drawback and refund of packaging material
Present law
Section 313 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1313) was
amended by the North American Free Trade Agreement
Implementation Act [P.L. 103-182] to insert a new subsection
(q) allowing drawback of packaging materials, where the
packaging is ``used'' by filling prior to exportation.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend section 313(q) of the Tariff Act
of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1313(q)) by inserting a new paragraph for
drawback-eligible packaging material filled prior to
exportation. The provision would state that packaging materials
produced in the United States, which are used by the
manufacturer or any other person for articles which are
exported or destroyed, would be eligible for a drawback refund
of 99 percent of any duty, tax, or fee imposed on the
importation of materials used to manufacture the packaging
materials.
Reason for change
Under current law, individuals are ineligible to receive
drawback on packaging materials used on items which are
subsequently exported. The amendment would permit drawback on
packaging materials used by a person other than the
manufacturer of the container.
Effective date
The provision would be effective as it applies to goods
entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or
after the 15th day after the date of enactment.
6. SEC. 2506. Inclusion of commercial importation data from foreign-
trade zones under the national customs automation program
Present law
Section 411 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1411)
established the National Customs Automation Program (NCAP),
including a program for the automation of electronic filing.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend section 411 of the Tariff Act of
1930 (19 U.S.C. 1411) relating to the NCAP, to require Customs
to provide, no later than January 1, 1999, for the inclusion
under the program of commercial importation data from foreign
trade zones.
Reason for change
Customs has not developed a system for the automation of
electronic filing of importation data from foreign-trade zones.
The provision would establish a deadline for the development
and implementation of such a system.
Effective date
The provision would be effective as of the date of
enactment.
7. Sec. 2507. Large yachts imported for sale at United States boat
shows
Present law
The Tariff Act of 1930 requires that large yachts be
subject to the NTR duty rate of 1.5% at the time of
importation, as specified in subheading 8903.92.00 of the HTS.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend the Tariff Act of 1930 by
inserting a new section 484b to provide that large previously
owned yachts which would otherwise be dutiable, may be imported
without the payment of duty if imported with the intention to
offer for sale at a boat show in theU.S. Payment of duty would
be deferred until such a large yacht is sold, not to exceed a period of
six months.
Reason for change
The provision would remove the disincentives under the
current law which frequently discourage the sale of large
previously owned yachts domestically by requiring the duty to
be paid at the time of importation, whether the yacht is
eventually sold or not. Removing the disincentives would allow
for more large vessel sales, which could pump tens of thousands
of dollars into local economies because of related expenditures
such as the cost of a supporting crew, docking fees, boat
repairs, and supplies.
Effective date
The provision shall apply with respect to a large yacht
entered into the United States after the date that is 15 days
after the date of enactment of this Act.
8. SEC. 2508. Review of protests against decisions of customs service
Present law
Section 515(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.
1515(a)) provides for administrative review of protests against
decisions by the Customs Service.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend section 515(a) of the Tariff Act
of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1515(a)) to provide that, within 30 days
from the date an application for further review is filed, the
appropriate Customs officer shall allow or deny the application
and, if allowed, forward the protest to the Customs officer who
will be conducting the further review.
Reason for change
The provision would require timely processing by Customs
officers of applications for further review, thus facilitating
trade.
Effective date
The provision would apply with respect to applications for
further review filed on or after the date of enactment.
9. SEC. 2509. Entries of nafta-origin goods
Present law
Section 520(d) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.
1520(d)), outlines the statutory authority by which a good
qualifies for a NAFTA preference under the NAFTA rules of
origin. Under the NAFTA Implementation Act [P.L. 103-182],
merchandise processing fees (MPFs) are not imposed on goods
originating in NAFTA countries. To claim a NAFTA preference, an
importer must provide a valid certificate of origin. Importers
often pay duties and the MPF on a good they know is NAFTA-
eligible, with the expectation that the MPF will be refunded
later as an excess duty when NAFTA-eligibility is proven.
However, Customs has taken the position that MPFs are not
refundable excess duties under section 520(d).
Section 514(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.
1514(a)) outlines the statutory authority for filing protests
against decisions of the Customs Service relating to claims for
a NAFTA preference. An importer may not claim a NAFTA
preference before receiving a valid certificate of origin
issued by the exporter. Many importers do not have a
certificate of origin at the time goods are entered, and
subsequently file post-entry claims when a valid certificate of
origin is received. If the entry is liquidated before receiving
a certificate of origin, importers generally protest the
liquidation under section 514. However, this action prevents
the liquidation from becoming final before the valid NAFTA-
eligibility claim is made. Customs has taken the position that
protests under section 514 are inapplicable to NAFTA claims,
and that such claims must be filed under section 520(d) of the
Tariff Act of 1930 within one year from the date of entry.
Explanation of provision
Section (a) of this provision would amend section 520(d) of
the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1520(d)) to clarify that MPFs
may be refunded along with excess duties if NAFTA-eligibility
is proven.
Section (b) of this provision would amend section 514(a) of
the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1514(a)) to ensure that if an
importer is entitled to a NAFTA preference, there is a method
for obtaining a refund of the duties paid at the time of entry.
The provision would clarify that importers may use the
protest procedure under section 514.
Reason for change
Section (a) of this provision is necessary to clarify that
MPFs may be refunded along with excess duties if NAFTA-
eligibility is proven. Section (b) of this provision is
necessary to ensure that if an importer is entitled to a NAFTA
preference, there is a method for obtaining a refund of the
duties paid at the time of entry.
The provision is also necessary to clarify that importers
may use the protest procedure under section 514. Both of these
provisions would facilitate NAFTA trade.
Effective date
The provision would be effective as it applies to goods
entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or
after the 15th day after the date of enactment.
10. SEC. 2510. Treatment of international travel merchandise held at
customs-approved storage rooms
Present law
Section 557(a)(1) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.
1557(a)(1)) authorizes entry of dutiable merchandise in
Customs-approved bonded warehouses and requires its withdrawal
within 5 years for consumption upon payment of duties or for
exportation.
Explanation of provision
The provision would amend section 557(a)(1) of the Tariff
Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1557(a)(1)) to include International
Travel Merchandise (ITM) among the merchandise which may be
retained in a bonded warehouse for 5 years from the date of
importation, thereby replacing the Customs Approved Storage
Room (CASR) concept.
Reason for change
International Travel Merchandise (ITM) consists of in-
flight merchandise sold on board international air carriers
after departure from U.S. Customs territory. Presently, ITM is
imported into the United States under bond and moved to CASRs,
where merchandise is stored, repackaged and under Customs
supervision. A Customs regulation applies a six-month limit to
goods placed in CASRs. The amendment would apply the same 5-
year time limit to ITM as currently applies to merchandise in
bonded warehouses. This change would make ITM appropriate for
storage in a bonded warehouse for up to five years, replacing
the CASR concept.
The Committee's intent is to recognize that ITM operations
are not duty-free enterprises, subject to section 1555(b) of
the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1555(b)), but wholly unique
business enterprise. The Committee intends that Customs
provide, through regulations, for the application of the
benefits, privileges, and responsibilities of other classes of
bonded warehouses in a new ``Class X'' category, which
recognizes the unique features of ITM operations.
Effective date
The provision would be effective as it applies to goods
entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or
after the 15th day after the date of enactment.
11. Sec. 2511. Exception to 5-year reviews of countervailing duty or
antidumping duty orders
Present law
Section 751(C) of the Tariff Act of 1930 maintains that
five year reviews of countervailing duty or antidumping duty
orders must be conducted and does not exclude merchandise
prohibited from importation into the United States because of
trade sanctions imposed against the country in which the
merchandise originates.
Explanation of provision
The provision would provide that five-year reviews of
countervailing duty or antidumping duty orders would not be
conducted if the merchandise subject to the orders was
prohibited from importation into the United States because of
trade sanctions imposed against the country in which the
merchandise originates, by amending section 751(c) of the
Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)).
Reason for change
This provision will ensure that sunset reviews are not used
inappropriately in those limited circumstances in which imports
of the subject merchandise have been banned by an embargo.
Effective date
This provision shall apply as of the date of the enactment
of this Act.
III. VOTE OF THE COMMITTEE
In compliance with clause 2(l)(2)(B) of the Rules of the
House of Representatives, the following statement is made
concerning the vote of the Committee in its consideration of
the bill H.R. 4342.
Motion to report the bill
The bill H.R. 4342 was ordered favorably reported, as
amended, by voice vote on July, 29, 1998, with a quorum
present.
IV. BUDGET EFFECTS OF THE BILL
A. Committee Estimate on Budgetary Effects
In compliance with clause 7(a) of rule XIII of the Rules of
the House of Representatives, the following statement is made
concerning the effects on the budget of H.R. 4342. The
Committee agrees with the estimate prepared by the
Congressional Budget Office, which is included below.
B. Statement Regarding New Budget Authority and Tax Expenditures
In compliance with subdivision (B) of clause 2(l)(3) of
rule XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the
Committee states that the provisions of H.R. 4342, do not
involve any new budget authority, or any increase or decrease
in revenues or tax expenditures.
C. Cost Estimate Prepared by the Congressional Budget Office
In compliance with subdivision (C) of clause 2(l)(3) of
rule XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives, requiring
a cost estimate prepared by the Congressional Budget Office,
the following report prepared by CBO is provided:
U.S. Congress,
Congressional Budget Office,
Washington, DC, July 31, 1998.
Hon. Bill Archer,
Chairman, Committee on Ways and Means,
House of Representatives, Washington, DC.
Dear Mr. Chairman: The Congressional Budget Office has
prepared the enclosed cost estimate for H.R. 4342, The
Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Correction Act of 1998.
If you wish further details on this estimate, we will be
pleased to provide them. The CBO staff contact is Hester
Grippando.
Sincerely,
James L. Blum
(For June E. O'Neill, Director).
Enclosure.
H.R. 4342--Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Correction Act of 1998
H.R. 4342 would make technical corrections and
miscellaneous amendments to certain trade laws. Title I
clarifies existing statutes of the United States Customs code.
Title II creates temporary duty suspensions on certain
intermediary products and chemicals imported into the United
States. CBO estimates that each of these provisions would
reduce government revenues by less than $500,000 each year.
Therefore, none of the provisions would have a significant
impact on the budget. Because enacting H.R. 4342 would affect
receipts, pay-as-you-go procedures would apply.
Section 252 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit
Control Act sets up pay-as-you-go procedures for legislation
affecting direct spending or receipts. The net changes in
outlays and governmental receipts that are subject to pay-as-
you-go procedures are shown in the following table. For the
purposes of enforcing pay-as-you-go procedures, only the
effects in the current year, the budget year, and the
succeeding four years are counted.
[By fiscal year, in millions of dollars]
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1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
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Changes in outlays.................
(10) Not applicable
Changes in receipts................ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
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The proposed legislation contains no intergovernmental or
private sector mandates as defined in the Unfunded Mandates
Reform Act of 1995, and would impose no costs on state, local
or tribunal governments.
This estimate was prepared by Hester Grippando (revenues),
Pepper Santalucia (impact on state, local and tribal
governments), and Lesley Frymier (impact on the private
sector).
This estimate was approved by Frank Sammartino, Assistant
Director for Tax Analysis.
V. OTHER MATTERS TO BE DISCUSSED UNDER THE RULES OF THE HOUSE
A. Committee Oversight Findings and Recommendations
With respect to subdivision (A) of clause 2(l)(3) of rule
XI of the rules of the House of Representatives, the Committee
concludes that the actions taken in this legislation are
appropriate given its oversight of international trade and
Customs matters.
B. Summary of Findings and Recommendations of the Committee on
Government Reform and Oversight
With respect to subdivision (D) of clause 2(l)(3) of rule
XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives, the Committee
states that no oversight findings or recommendations have been
submitted to the Committee by the Committee on Government
Reform and Oversight with respect to the subject matter
contained in H.R. 4342.
C. Constitutional Authority Statement
With respect to clause 2(l)(4) of rule XI of the Rules of
the House of Representatives, relating to Constitutional
Authority, the Committee states that the Committee's action in
reporting the bill is derived from Article 1 of the
Constitution, Section 8 (``The Congress shall have power to lay
and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the
debts and to provide for * * * the general Welfare of the
United States * * *).
VI. CHANGES IN EXISTING LAW MADE BY THE BILL, AS REPORTED
In compliance with clause 3 of rule XIII of the Rules of the
House of Representatives, changes in existing law made by the
bill, as reported, are shown as follows (existing law proposed
to be omitted is enclosed in black brackets, new matter is
printed in italic, existing law in which no change is proposed
is shown in roman):
TRADE ACT OF 1974
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of
the United States of America in Congress assembled, That this
Act, with the following table of contents, may be cited as the
``Trade Act of 1974''.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
* * * * * * *
TITLE IV--TRADE RELATIONS WITH COUNTRIES NOT CURRENTLY RECEIVING
NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT
Sec. 401. Exception of the products of certain countries or areas.
* * * * * * *
[Sec. 410. East-West Trade Statistics Monitoring System.
[Sec. 411. East-West Foreign Trade Board.]
* * * * * * *
TITLE VIII--TARIFF TREATMENT OF PRODUCTS OF, AND OTHER SANCTIONS
AGAINST, UNCOOPERATIVE MAJOR DRUG PRODUCING OR DRUG-TRANSIT COUNTRIES
Sec. 801. Short title.
Sec. 802. Tariff treatment of products of uncooperative major drug
producing or drug-transit countries.
Sec. 803. Sugar quota.
Sec. 804. Progress reports.
Sec. 805. Definitions.
TITLE I--NEGOTIATING AND OTHER AUTHORITY
* * * * * * *
CHAPTER 4--OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE
SEC. 141. OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE.
(a) * * *
(b)(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(3) [Limitation on appointments.--]A person who has directly
represented, aided, or advised a foreign entity (as defined by
section 207(f)(3) of title 18, United States Code) in any trade
negotiation, or trade dispute, with the United States may not
be appointed as United States Trade Representative or as a
Deputy United States Trade Representative.
* * * * * * *
CHAPTER 5--CONGRESSIONAL PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO PRESIDENTIAL
ACTIONS
* * * * * * *
SEC. 154. SPECIAL RULES RELATING TO CONGRESSIONAL PROCEDURES.
(a) * * *
(b) [For purposes of sections 203(c), and 407(c)(2), the 90-
day period] For purposes of sections 203(c) and 407(c)(2), the
90-day period referred to in such sections shall be computed by
excluding--
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
TITLE II--RELIEF FROM INJURY CAUSED BY IMPORT COMPETITION
* * * * * * *
CHAPTER 2--ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE FOR WORKERS
* * * * * * *
Subchapter B--Program Benefits
PART I--TRADE READJUSTMENT ALLOWANCES
* * * * * * *
SEC. 233. LIMITATIONS ON TRADE READJUSTMENT ALLOWANCES.
(a)(1) * * *
(2) A trade readjustment allowance shall not be paid for any
week occurring after the close of the 104-week period that
begins with the first week following the week in which the
adversely affected worker was most recently totally separated
from adversely affected employment--
(A) within the period which is described in section
231(a)(1), and
(B) with respect to which the worker meets the
requirements of section 231(a)(2).
* * * * * * *
TITLE IV--TRADE RELATIONS WITH COUNTRIES NOT CURRENTLY RECEIVING
NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT
* * * * * * *
SEC. 406. MARKET DISRUPTION.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(e) For purposes of this section--
(1) * * *
(2)(A) Market disruption exists within a domestic
industry whenever imports of an article, like or
directly competitive with an article produced by such
domestic industry, are increasing rapidly, either
absolutely or relatively, so as to be a significant
cause of material injury, or threat thereof, to such
domestic industry.
(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A):
(i) Imports of an article shall be considered
to be increasing rapidly if there has been a
significant increase in such imports (either
actual or relative to domestic production)
during a recent period of time.
(ii) The term ``significant cause'' refers to
a cause which contributes significantly to the
material injury of the domestic industry, but
need not be equal to or greater than any other
cause.
(C) The Commission, in determining whether market
disruption exists, shall consider, among other
factors--
(i) the volume of imports of the merchandise
which is the subject of the investigation;
(ii) the effect of imports of the merchandise
on prices in the for like or directly
competitive articles;
(iii) the impact of imports of such
merchandise on domestic producers of like or
directly competitive articles; and
(iv) evidence of disruptive pricing
practices, or other efforts to unfairly manage
trade patterns.
* * * * * * *
[SEC. 411. EAST-WEST FOREIGN TRADE BOARD.
[(a) The President shall establish an East-West Foreign Trade
Board (hereinafter referred to as the ``Board'') to monitor
trade between persons and agencies of the United States
Government and between persons and agencies of the United
States Government and nonmarket economy countries or
instrumentalities of such countries to insure that such trade
will be in the national interest of the United States.
[(b)(1) Any person who exports technology vital to the
national interest of the United States to a nonmarket economy
county or an instrumentality of such country, and any agency of
the United States which provides credits, guarantees or
insurance to such country or such instrumentality in an amount
in excess of $5,000,000 during any calendar year, shall file a
report with the Board in such form and manner as the Board
requires which describes the nature and terms of such export or
such provision.
[(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), if the total amount of
credits, guarantees and insurance which an agency of the United
States provides to all nonmarket economy countries and the
instrumentalities of such countries exceeds $5,000,000 during a
calendar year, then all subsequent provisions of credits,
guarantees or insurance in any amount, during such year shall
be reported to the Board under the provisions of paragraph (1).
[(c) The Board shall submit to Congress a quarterly report on
trade between the United States and nonmarket economy countries
and instrumentalities of such countries. Such report shall
include a review of the status of negotiations of bilateral
trade agreements between the United States and such countries
under this title, the activities of joint trade commissions
created pursuant to such agreements, the resolution of
commercial disputes between the United States and such
countries, any exports from such countries which have caused
disruption of United States markets, and recommendations for
the promotion of east-west trade in the national interest of
the United States.]
* * * * * * *
TITLE V--GENERALIZED SYSTEM OF PREFERENCES
* * * * * * *
SEC. 503. DESIGNATION OF ELIGIBLE ARTICLES.
(a) Eligible Articles.--
(1) * * *
(2) Rule of origin.--
(A) General rule.--The duty-free treatment
provided under this title shall apply to any
eligible article which is the growth, product,
or manufacture of a beneficiary developing
country if--
(i) that article is imported directly
from a beneficiary developing country
into the customs territory of the
United States; and
(ii) the sum of--
(I) * * *
[(II) the direct costs of
processing operations performed
in such beneficiary developing
country or such member
countries, is not less than 35
percent of the appraised value
of such article at the time it
is entered.]
(II) the direct costs of
processing operations performed
in such beneficiary developing
country or such member
countries,
is not less than 35 percent of the
appraised value of such article at the
time it is entered.
* * * * * * *
TITLE VIII--TARIFF TREATMENT OF PRODUCTS OF, AND OTHER SANCTIONS
AGAINST, UNCOOPERATIVE MAJOR DRUG PRODUCING OR DRUG-TRANSIT COUNTRIES
* * * * * * *
SEC. 802. TARIFF TREATMENT OF PRODUCTS OF UNCOOPERATIVE MAJOR DRUG
PRODUCING OR DRUG-TRANSIT COUNTRIES.
(a) * * *
(b)(1)(A) Subject to paragraph (3), subsection (a) shall not
apply with respect to a country if the President determines and
certifies to the Congress, at the time of the submission of the
report required by section [481(e)] 489 of the Foreign
Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2291h), that--
(i) * * *
* * * * * * *
SEC. 804. PROGRESS REPORTS.
The President shall include as a part of the annual report
required under section [481(e)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act
of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2291(e)(1))] 489 of the Foreign Assistance
Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2291h) an evaluation of progress that
each major drug producing country and each major drug-transit
country has made during the reporting period in achieving the
objectives set forth in section 802(b).
SEC. 805. DEFINITIONS.
For purposes of this title--
(1) continuity of a session of Congress is broken
only by an adjournment of the Congress sine die, and
the days on which either House is not in session
because of an adjournment of more than three days to a
day certain are excluded in the computation of the
period indicated;
(2) the term ``major drug producing country'' means a
country that illicitly produces during a fiscal year 5
metric tons or more of opium or opium derivative, 500
metric tons or more of coca, or 500 metric tons or more
of marijuana; [and]
* * * * * * *
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SECTION 13031 OF THE CONSOLIDATED OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT OF
1985
SEC. 13031. FEES FOR CERTAIN CUSTOMS SERVICES.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(e) Provision of Customs Services.--(1) Notwithstanding
section 451 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1451) or any
other provision of law (other than paragraph (2)), the customs
services required to be provided to passengers upon arrival in
the United States shall be adequately provided in connection
with scheduled airline flights at customs serviced airports
when needed and at no cost (other than the fees imposed under
subsection (a)) to airlines and airline passengers.
* * * * * * *
(f) Disposition of Fees.--(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(3)(A) The Secretary of the Treasury, in accordance with
section 524 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and subject to
subparagraph (B), shall directly reimburse, from the fees
collected under subsection (a) (other than subsection (a) (9)
or (10)), each appropriation for the amount paid out of that
appropriation for the costs incurred by the Secretary--
(i) in--
(ii) to the extent funds remain available after
making reimbursements under clause (i), in providing
salaries for full-time and part-time inspectional
personnel and equipment that enhance customs services
for those persons or entities that are required to pay
fees under paragraphs (1) through (8) of subsection (a)
(distributed on a basis proportionate to the fees
collected under [subsection (a)(1) through (a)(8)]
paragraphs (1) through (8) of subsection (a), and
* * * * * * *
(C)(i) * * *
(ii) The excess of collections over inspectional overtime and
preclearance costs (under subparagraph (A)(i)) reimbursed for
fiscal years 1989 and 1990 shall be available in fiscal year
1991 and subsequent fiscal years for the purposes described in
subparagraph (A)(ii), except that $30,000,000 of such excess
shall remain without fiscal year limitation in a contingency
fund and, in any fiscal year in which receipts are insufficient
to cover the costs described in subparagraph (A) (i) and (ii),
shall be used for--
(I) the costs of providing the services described in
[paragraph (A)(i)] subparagraph (A)(i), and
* * * * * * *
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ACT OF JUNE 18, 1934
(Commonly referred to as the ``Foreign Trade Zones Act'')
AN ACT To provide for the establishment, operation, and maintenance of
foreign-trade zones in ports of entry of the United States, to expedite
and encourage foreign commerce, and for other purposes.
* * * * * * *
Sec. 3. (a) Foreign and domestic merchandise of every
description, except such as is prohibited by law, may, without
being subject to the customs laws of the United States, except
as otherwise provided in this Act, be brought into a zone and
may be stored, sold, exhibited, broken up, repacked, assembled,
distributed, sorted, graded, cleaned, mixed with foreign or
domestic merchandise, or otherwise manipulated, or be
manufactured except as otherwise provided in this Act, and be
exported, destroyed, or sent into customs territory of the
United States therefrom, in the original packageor otherwise;
but when foreign merchandise is so sent from a zone into customs
territory of the United States it shall be subject to the laws and
regulations of the United States affecting imported merchandise:
Provided, That whenever the privilege shall be requested and there has
been no manipulation or manufacture effecting a change in tariff
classification, the appropriate customs officer shall take under
supervision any lot or part of a lot of foreign merchandise in a zone,
cause it to be appraised and taxes determined and duties liquidated
thereon. Merchandise so taken under supervision may be stored,
manipulated, or manufactured under the supervision and regulations
prescribed by the Secretary of the Treasury, and whether mixed or
manufactured with domestic merchandise or not may, under regulations
prescribed by the Secretary of the Treasury, be exported or destroyed,
or may be sent into customs territory upon the payment of such
liquidated duties and determined taxes thereon. If merchandise so taken
under supervision has been manipulated or manufactured, such duties and
taxes shall be payable on the quantity of such foreign merchandise used
in the manipulation or manufacture of the entered article. Allowance
shall be made for recoverable and irrecoverable waste; and if
recoverable waste is sent into customs territory, it shall be dutiable
and taxable in its condition and quantity and at its weight at the time
of entry. Where two or more products result from the manipulation or
manufacture of merchandise in a zone the liquidated duties and
determined taxes shall be distributed to the several products in
accordance with their relative value at the time of separation with due
allowance for waste as provided for above: Provided further, That
subject to such regulations respecting identity and the safeguarding of
the revenue as the Secretary of the Treasury may deem necessary,
articles, the growth, product, or manufacture of the United States, on
which all internal-revenue taxes have been paid, if subject thereto,
and articles previously imported on which duty and/or tax has been
paid, or which have been admitted free of duty and tax, may be taken
into a zone from the customs territory of the United States, placed
under the supervision of the appropriate customs officer, and whether
or not they have been combined with or made part, while in such zone,
of other articles, may be brought back thereto free of quotas, duty, or
tax: Provided further, That if in the opinion of the Secretary of the
Treasury their identity has been lost, such articles not entitled to
free entry by reason of noncompliance with the requirements made
hereunder by the Secretary of the Treasury shall be treated when they
reenter customs territory of the United States as foreign merchandise
under the provisions of the tariff and internal-revenue laws in force
at that time: Provided further, That under the rules and regulations of
the controlling Federal agencies, articles which have been taken into a
zone from customs territory for the sole purpose of exportation,
destruction (except destruction of distilled spirits, wines, and
fermented malt liquors), or storage shall be considered to be exported
for the purpose of--
(1) the draw-back, warehousing, and bonding, or any
other provisions of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended,
and the regulations thereunder; and
(2) the statutes and bonds exacted for the payment of
draw-back, refund, or exemption from liability for
internal-revenue taxes and for the purposes of the
internal-revenue laws generally and the regulations
thereunder.
Such a transfer may also be considered an exportation for the
purposes of other Federal laws insofar as Federal agencies
charged with the enforcement of those laws deem it advisable.
Such articles may not be returned to customs territory for
domestic consumption except where the Foreign-Trade Zones Board
deems such return to be in the public interest, in which event
the articles shall be subject to the provisions of paragraph
1615(f) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended: Provided
further, That no operation involving any foreign or domestic
merchandise brought into a zone which operation would be
subject to any provision or provisions of section 1807, chapter
15, chapter 16, chapter 17, chapter 21, chapter 23, chapter 24,
chapter 25, chapter 26, or chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue
Code if performed in customs territory, or involving the
manufacture of any article provided for in paragraph 367 or
paragraph 368 of the Tariff Act of 1930, shall be permitted in
a zone except those operations (other than rectification of
distilled spirits and wines, or the manufacture or production
of alcoholic products unfit for beverage purposes) which were
permissible under this Act prior to July 1, 1949: Provided
further, That articles produced or manufactured in a zone and
exported therefrom shall on subsequent importation into the
customs territory of the United States be subject to the import
laws applicable to like articles manufactured in a foreign
country, except that articles produced or manufactured in a
zone exclusively with the use of domestic merchandise, the
identity of which has been maintained in accordance with the
second proviso of this section, may, on such importation, be
entered as American goods returned: Provided further, That no
merchandise that consists of goods subject to NAFTA drawback,
as defined in section 203(a) of the North American Free Trade
Agreement Implementation Act, that is manufactured or otherwise
changed in condition shall be exported to a NAFTA country, as
defined in section 2(4) of that Act, without an assessment of a
duty on the merchandise in its condition and quantity, and at
its weight, at the time of its exportation (or if the privilege
in the first proviso to this subsection was requested, an
assessment of a duty on the merchandise in its condition and
quantity, and at its weight, at the time of its admission into
the zone) and the payment of the assessed duty before the 61st
day after the date of exportation of the article, except that
upon the presentation, before such 61st day, of satisfactory
evidence of the amount of any customs duties paid or owed to
the NAFTA country on the article, the customs duty may be
waived or reduced (subject to section 508(b)(2)(B) of the
Tariff Act of 1930) in an amount that does not exceed the
lesser of (1) the total amount of customs duties paid or owed
on the merchandise on importation into the United States, or
(2) the total amount of customs duties paid on the article to
the NAFTA country: Provided further, That if Canada ceases to
be a NAFTA country and the suspension of the operation of the
United States-Canada Free-TradeAgreement thereafter terminates,
with the exception of drawback eligible goods under section 204(a) of
the United States-Canada Free-Trade Agreement Implementation Act of
1988, no article manufactured or otherwise changed in condition (except
a change by cleaning, testing or repacking) shall be exported to Canada
during the period such Agreement is in operation without the payment of
a duty that shall be payable on the article in its condition and
quantity, and at its weight, at the time of its exportation to Canada
unless the privilege in the first proviso to this subsection was
requested.[.]
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Sec. 9. The Board shall cooperate with the State,
subdivision, and municipality in which the zone is located in
the exercise of their police, sanitary, and other powers in and
in connection with the free zone. It shall also cooperate with
the United States Customs Service, the [Post Office Department,
the Public Health Service, the Bureau of Immigration] United
States Postal Service, the Public Health Service, the
Immigration and Naturalization Service, and such other Federal
agencies as have jurisdiction in ports of entry described in
section 2.
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TRADE AGREEMENTS OF 1979
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS; PURPOSES.
(a) * * *
(b) Table of Contents.--
Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents; purposes.
Sec. 2. Approval of trade agreements.
Sec. 3. Relationship of trade agreements to United States law.
TITLE I--COUNTERVAILING AND ANTIDUMPING DUTIES
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TITLE IV--TECHNICAL BARRIERS TO TRADE (STANDARDS)
* * * * * * *
Subtitle B--Functions of Federal Agencies
Sec. 411. Functions of [Special Representative] Trade Representative.
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Subtitle E--Standards and Measures Under the North American Free Trade
Agreement
Chapter 1--Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures
Sec. 461. General.
Sec. 462. Inquiry point.
Sec. 463. Chapter definitions.
Chapter 2--Standards-related Measures
Sec. 471. General.
Sec. 472. Inquiry point.
Sec. 473. Chapter definitions.
Chapter 3--Subtitle Definitions
Sec. 481. Definitions.
Subtitle F--International Standard-Setting Activities
Sec. 491. Notice of United States participation in international
standard-setting activities.
Sec. 492. Equivalence determinations.
Sec. 493. Definitions.
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MISCELLANEOUS TRADE AND TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS ACT OF 1996
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SEC. 3. OTHER TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.
(a) In General.--
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(9) Debt collection.--Section [631(a)] 631 of the
Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. [1631(a)] 1631) is
amended by adding at the end the following new
subsection:
``(c) Payment of Costs.--The debtor shall be assessed and pay
any and all costs associated with collection efforts pursuant
to this section. Notwithstanding section 3302(b) of title 31,
United States Code, any sum so collected shall be used to pay
the costs of debt collection services.''.
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SEC. 50. TWINE, CORDAGE, ROPES, AND CABLES.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(c) Effective Date.--
(1) * * *
(2) Retroactive application.--Notwithstanding section
514 of the Tariff Act of 1930, or any other provision
of law, upon a request filed with the Customs Service
not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment
of this Act, any entry, or withdrawal from warehouse
for consumption, of an article described in subheading
5607.50.25 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States (as added by subsection (a)) that was
made--
(A) after December 31, 1988; and
(B) before the 15th day after the date of the
enactment of this Act;
shall be liquidated or reliquidated as though the
amendment made by subsection (a) applied to such entry
or withdrawal from warehouse.
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SECTION 8 OF THE ACT OF AUGUST 5, 1935
AN ACT To protect the revenue of the United States and provide measures
for the more effective enforcement of the laws respecting the revenue,
to prevent smuggling, to authorize customs-enforcement areas, and for
other purposes.
[Sec. 8. (a) If the master of any vessel of the United
States, not exceeding five hundred net tons, allows such vessel
to be laden at any foreign port or other place without the
United States with any merchandise destined to the United
States and consisting of any spirits, wines, or other alcoholic
liquors, (sea stores excepted), which facts may be evidenced by
the testimony or depositions of foreign administrative
officials or certified copies of their records or by other
sufficient evidence, without certificate issued for the
importation of such merchandise into the United States as
required by section 7, the master of such vessel shall, in
addition to any other penalties provided by law, be liable to a
penalty equal to the value of the said merchandise but not less
than $1,000 and such vessel and such merchandise shall be
seized and forfeited.
[(b) Whoever, being a citizen of the United States or a
master or a member of the crew of a vessel of the United
States, if such vessel does not exceed five hundred net tons,
shall, with intent to defraud the revenue of the United States,
procure, or aid or assist in procuring, any merchandise
destined to the United States and consisting of any spirits,
wines, or other alcoholic liquors, without certificate issued
for the importation thereof into the United States as required
by section 7, to be laden upon such vessel at any foreign port
or other place without the United States, which facts may be
evidenced by the testimony or depositions of foreign
administrative officials or certified copies of their records
or by other sufficient evidence, shall, in addition to any
other penalties provided by law, be liable to a fine of not
more than $1,000 or to imprisonment for not more than two
years, or to both such fine and imprisonment.]
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TARIFF ACT OF 1930
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TITLE III--SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Part I--Miscellaneous
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SEC. 313. DRAWBACK AND REFUNDS.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(q) Packaging Material.--[Packaging material]
(1) In general.--Packaging material, when used on or
for articles or merchandise exported or destroyed under
subsection (a), (b), (c), or (j), shall be eligible
under such subsection for refund, as drawback, of 99
percent of any duty, tax, or fee imposed under Federal
law on the importation of such material.
(2) Additional eligibility.--Packaging material
produced in the United States, which is used by the
manufacturer or any other person on or for articles
which are exported or destroyed under subsection (a) or
(b), shall be eligible under such subsection for
refund, as drawback, of 99 percent of any duty, tax, or
fee imposed on the importation of such material used to
manufacture or produce the packaging material.
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TITLE IV--ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
PART I--DEFINITIONS AND NATIONAL CUSTOMS AUTOMATION PROGRAM
* * * * * * *
Subpart B--National Customs Automation Program
SEC. 411. NATIONAL CUSTOMS AUTOMATION PROGRAM.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(c) Foreign-Trade Zones.--Not later than January 1, 1999, the
Secretary shall provide for the inclusion of commercial
importation data from foreign-trade zones under the Program.
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Part II--Report, Entry, and Unlading of Vessels and Vehicles
* * * * * * *
SEC. 431. MANIFEST--REQUIREMENT, FORM, AND CONTENTS.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(c)(1) [Except as provided in subparagraph (2), the following
information, when contained in such vessel or aircraft
manifest, shall be available for public disclosure:] Except as
provided in paragraph (2), the following information, when
contained in such vessel or aircraft manifest, shall be
available for public disclosure:
(A) * * *
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SEC. 441. EXCEPTIONS TO VESSEL ENTRY AND CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS.
The following vessels shall not be required to make entry
under section 434 or to obtain clearance under section 4197 of
the Revised Statutes of the United States (46 U.S.C. App. 91):
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
[(6) Tugs documented under chapter 121 of title 46, United
States Code, with a Great Lakes endorsement when towing vessels
which are required by law to enter and clear.]
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Part III--Ascertainment, Collection, and Recovery of Duties
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SEC. 484B. DEFERRAL OF DUTY ON LARGE YACHTS IMPORTED FOR SALE AT UNITED
STATES BOAT SHOWS.
(a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law,
any vessel meeting the definition of a large yacht as provided
in subsection (b) and which is otherwise dutiable may be
imported without the payment of duty if imported with the
intention to offer for sale at a boat show in the United
States. Payment of duty shall be deferred, in accordance with
this section, until such large yacht is sold.
(b) Definition.--As used in this section, the term ``large
yacht'' means a vessel that exceeds 79 feet in length, is used
primarily for recreation or pleasure, and has been previously
sold by a manufacturer or dealer to a retail consumer.
(c) Deferral of Duty.--At the time of importation of any
large yacht, if such large yacht is imported for sale at a boat
show in the United States and is otherwise dutiable, duties
shall not be assessed and collected if the importer of record--
(1) certifies to the Customs Service that the large
yacht is imported pursuant to this section for sale at
a boat show in the United States; and
(2) posts a bond, which shall have a duration of 6
months after the date of importation, in an amount
equal to twice the amount of duty on the large yacht
that would otherwise be imposed under subheading
8903.91.00 or 8903.92.00 of the Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States.
(d) Procedures Upon Sale.--
(1) Deposit of duty.--If any large yacht (which has
been imported for sale at a boat show in the United
States with the deferral of duties as provided in this
section) is sold within the 6-month period after
importation--
(A) entry shall be completed and duty
(calculated at the applicable rates provided
for under subheading 8903.91.00 or 8903.92.00
of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States and based upon the value of the large
yacht at the time of importation) shall be
deposited with the Customs Service; and.
(B) the bond posted as required by subsection
(c)(2) shall be returned to the importer.
(e) Procedures Upon Expiration of Bond Period.--
(1) In general.--If the large yacht entered with
deferral of duties is neither sold nor exported within
the 6-month period after importation--
(A) entry shall be completed and duty
(calculated at the applicable rates provided
for under subheading 8903.91.00 or 8903.92.00
of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States and based upon the value of the large
yacht at the time of importation) shall be
deposited with the Customs Service; and
(B) the bond posted as required by subsection
(c)(2) shall be returned to the importer.
(2) Additional requirements.--No extensions of the
bond period shall be allowed. Any large yacht exported
in compliance with the bond period may not be reentered
for purposes of sale at a boat show in the United
States (in order to receive duty deferral benefits) for
a period of 3 months after such exportation.
(f) Regulations.--The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized
to make such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry
out the provisions of this section.
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SEC. 514. PROTEST AGAINST DECISIONS OF THE CUSTOMS SERVICE.
(a) Finality of Decisions.--Except as provided in subsection
(b) of this section, section 501 (relating to voluntary
reliquidations), section 516 (relating to petitions by domestic
interested parties), and section 520 (relating to refunds and
errors) of this Act, decisions of the Customs Service,
including the legality of all orders and findings entering into
the same, as to--
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(7) the refusal to reliquidate an entry under
[section 520(c)] subsection (c) or (d) of section 520
of this Act;
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Sec. 515. Review of Protests.--
(a) Administrative Review and Modification of Decisions.--
Unless a request for an accelerated disposition of a protest is
filed in accordance with subsection (b) of this section the
appropriate customs officer, within two years from the date a
protest was filed in accordance with section 514 of this Act,
shall review the protest and shall allow or deny such protest
in whole or in part. Thereafter, any duties, charge, or
exaction found to have been assessed or collected in excess
shall be remitted or refunded and any drawback found due shall
be paid. Upon the request of the protesting party, filed within
the time allowed for the filing of a protest under section 514
of this Act, a protest may be subject to further review by
another appropriate customs officer, under the circumstances
and in the form and manner that may be prescribed by the
Secretary in regulations, but subject to the two-year
limitation prescribed in the first sentence of this subsection.
Within 30 days from the date an application for further review
is filed, the appropriate customs officer shall allow or deny
the application and, if allowed, the protest shall be forwarded
to the customs officer who will be conducting the further
review. Notice of the denial of any protest shall be mailed in
the form and manner prescribed by the Secretary.
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SEC. 520. REFUNDS AND ERRORS.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(d) Notwithstanding the fact that a valid protest was not
filed, the Customs Service may, in accordance with regulations
prescribed by the Secretary, reliquidate an entry to refund any
excessduties (including any merchandise processing fees) paid
on a good qualifying under the rules of origin set out in section 202
of the North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act for which
no claim for preferential tariff treatment was made at the time of
importation if the importer, within 1 year after the date of
importation, files, in accordance with those regulations, a claim that
includes--
(1) * * *
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SEC. 557. ENTRY FOR WAREHOUSE--WAREHOUSE PERIOD--DRAWBACK.
(a)(1) Any merchandise subject to duty (including
international travel merchandise), with the exception of
perishable articles and explosive substances other than
firecrackers, may be entered for warehousing and be deposited
in a bonded warehouse at the expense and risk of the owner
purchaser, importer, or consignee. Such merchandise may be
withdrawn, at any time within 5-years from the date of
importation, for consumption upon payment of the duties and
charges accruing thereon at the rate of duty imposed by law
upon such merchandise at the date of withdrawal; or may be
withdrawn for exportation or for transportation and exportation
to a foreign country, or for shipment or for transportation and
shipment to the Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Wake Island,
Midway Islands, Kingman Reef, Johnston Island, or the island of
Guam, without the payment of duties thereon, or for
transportation and rewarehousing at another port or elsewhere,
or for transfer to another bonded warehouse at the same port;
except that--
(A) * * *
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SEC. 558. NO REMISSION OR REFUND AFTER RELEASE OF MERCHANDISE.
(a) * * *
(b) When articles are exported or destroyed under customs
supervision after once having been released from customs
custody, as provided for in subsection [(c)] (h) of section 304
of this Act, such exportation or destruction shall not exempt
such articles from the payment of duties other than the marking
duty provided for in such subsection [(c)] (h).
* * * * * * *
SEC. 584. FALSITY OR LACK OF MANIFEST--PENALTIES.
(a) General Rule.--(1) * * *
(2) If any of such merchandise so found consists of heroin,
morphine, or cocaine, isonipecaine, or opiate, the master of
such vessel or person in charge of such vehicle or the owner of
such vessel or vehicle or any person directly or indirectly
responsible for heroin, morphine, cocaine; isonipecaine, or
opiate being in such merchandise shall be liable to a penalty
of $1,000 for each ounce thereof so found. If any of such
merchandise so found consists of smoking opium, opium prepared
for smoking, or marihuana, the master of such vessel or person
in charge of such vehicle or the owner of such vessel or
vehicle or any person directly or indirectly responsible for
smoking opium, opium prepared for smoking, or marihuana being
in such merchandise shall be liable to a penalty of $500 for
each ounce thereof so found. If any of such merchandise so
found consists of crude opium, the master of such vessel or
person in charge of such vehicle or the owner of such vessel or
vehicle or any person directly or indirectly responsible for
crude opium being in such merchandise shall be liable to a
penalty of $200 for each ounce thereof so found. Such penalties
shall, notwithstanding the proviso in section 594 of this Act
(relating to the immunity of vessels or vehicles used as common
carriers), constitute a lien upon such vessel which may be
enforced by a libel in rem; except that the master or owner of
a vessel used by any person as a common carrier in the
transaction of business as such common carrier shall not be
liable to such penalties and the vessel shall not be held
subject to the lien, if it appears to the satisfaction of the
court that neither the master nor any of the officers
(including licensed and unlicensed officers and petty officers)
nor the owner of the vessel knew, and could not, by the
exercise of the highest degree of care and diligence, have
known, that such narcotic drugs were on board. Clearance of any
such vessel may be withheld until such penalties are paid or
until a bond, satisfactory to the Customs Service, is given for
the payment thereof. The provisions of this paragraph shall not
prevent the forfeiture of any such vessel or vehicle under any
other provision of law. As used in this paragraph, the terms
``opiate'' and ``marihuana'' shall have the same meaning given
those terms by sections [102(17) and 102(15), respectively, of
the Controlled Substances Act] 102(18) and 102(16),
respectively, of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C.
802(18) and 802(16)).
(3) If any of such merchandise (sea stores excepted), the
importation of which into the United States is prohibited, [or
which consists of any spirits, wines, or other alcoholic
liquors for the importation of which into the United States a
certificate is required under section 7 of the Anti-Smuggling
Act and the required certificate be not shown,] be so found
upon any vessel not exceeding five hundred net tons, the vessel
shall, in addition to any other penalties herein or by law
provided, be seized and forfeited[, and, if any manifested
merchandise (sea stores excepted) consisting of any such
spirits, wines, or other alcoholic liquors be found upon any
such vessel and the required certificate be not shown, the
master of the vessel shall be liable to the penalty herein
provided in the case of merchandise not duly manifested:
Provided, That if the Customs Service shall be satisfied that
the certificate required for the importation of any spirits,
wines, or other alcoholic liquors was issued and was lost or
mislaid without intentional fraud, or was defaced by accident,
or is incorrect by reason of clerical error or other mistake,
said penalties shall not be incurred.].
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TITLE VII OF THE TARIFF ACT OF 1930
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SEC. 751. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW OF DETERMINATIONS.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(c) Five-Year Review.--
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(7) Exclusions from computations.--(A) Subject to
subparagraph (B), there shall be excluded from the
computation of the 5-year period described in paragraph
(1) and the periods described in paragraph (6) any
period during which the importation of the subject
merchandise is prohibited on account of the imposition,
under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act
or other provision of law, of sanctions by the United
States against the country in which the subject
merchandise originates.
(B) Subparagraph (A) shall apply only with respect to
subject merchandise which originates in a country that
is not a WTO member.
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SECTION 621 OF THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT IMPLEMENTATION
ACT
SEC. 621. PENALTIES FOR FRAUD, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, AND NEGLIGENCE; PRIOR
DISCLOSURE.
Section 592 (19 U.S.C. 1592) is amended--
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(4) by amending subsection (c)(4)--
(A) by striking ``time of disclosure or
within thirty days, or such longer period as
the appropriate customs officer may provide,
after notice by the appropriate customs officer
of his'' in subparagraph (A)(i) and by striking
out ``time of [disclosure within 30 days]
disclosure, or within 30 days, or such longer
period as the appropriate customs officer may
provide, after notice by the appropriate
customs officer of his'' in subparagraph (B),
and inserting in each place ``time of
disclosure, or within 30 days (or such longer
period as the Customs Service may provide)
after notice by the Customs Service of its'';
and
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FOREST RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND SHORTAGE RELIEF ACT OF 1990
TITLE IV--EXPORTS OF UNPROCESSED TIMBER
SEC. 487. SHORT TITLE.
This title may be cited as the ``Forest Resources
Conservation and Shortage Relief Act of 1990''.
SEC. 488. FINDINGS AND PURPOSES.
(a) * * *
(b) Purposes.--The purposes of this title are--
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(3) to take action necessary, to meet the goals of
Article XI 2.(a) of the [General Agreement on Tariffs
and Trade] GATT 1994 (as defined in section 2(1)(B) of
the Uruguay Round Agreements Act), to ensure sufficient
supplies of certain forest resources or products which
are essential to the United States;
* * * * * * *
(5) to effect measures aimed at meeting these
objectives in conformity with the obligations of the
United States under the [General Agreement on Tariffs
and Trade] WTO Agreement and the multilateral trade
agreements (as such terms are defined in paragraphs (9)
and (4), respectively, of section 2 of the Uruguay
Round Agreements Act).
* * * * * * *
SEC. 491. RESTRICTION ON EXPORTS OF UNPROCESSED TIMBER FROM STATE AND
OTHER PUBLIC LANDS.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(g) Presidential Authority.--The President is authorized,
after suitable notice and a public comment period of not less
than 120 days, to suspend the provisions of this section if a
panel of experts has reported to the [Contracting Parties to
the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] Dispute Settlement
Body of the World Trade Organization (as the term ``World Trade
Organization'' is defined in section 2(8) of the Uruguay Round
Agreements Act), or a ruling issued under the formal dispute
settlement proceeding provided under any other trade agreement
finds, that the provisions of this section are in violation of,
or inconsistent with, United States obligations under that
trade agreement.
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SECTION 1403 OF THE INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ACT
Sec. 1403. (a) * * *
(b) The Secretary of the Treasury shall instruct the United
States Executive Directors of the multilateral development
banks to use the voice and vote of the United States in the
respective banks--
(1) to oppose financing by the respective bank of
projects which produce, or will produce, commodities,
products, or minerals for export if--
(A) the commodity, product, or mineral is
subsidized in a manner which is inconsistent
with Article XVI.3 of the [General Agreement on
Tariffs and Trade or Article 10 of the
Agreements on Interpretation and Application of
Articles VI, XVI, and XXIII of the General
Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] GATT 1994 as
defined in section 2(1)(B)of the Uruguay Round
Agreements Act, or Article 3.1(a) of the Agreement on Subsidies and
Countervailing Measures referred to in section 101(d)(12) of that Act;
and
* * * * * * *
(2) to oppose financing by the respective bank for
production of a commodity, product, or mineral for
export which--
(A) * * *
(B) when exported, is likely to cause injury
to United States producers within the meaning
of [Article 6 of the Agreement on
Interpretation and Application of Articles VI,
XVI, and XXIII of the General Agreement on
Tariffs and Trade] Article 15 of the Agreement
on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures
referred to in subparagraph (A).
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SECTION 49 OF THE BRETTON WOODS AGREEMENTS ACT
trade provisions
Sec. 49. (a)(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(3) As part of this effort, the Secretary of the Treasury
shall also instruct the United States Executive Director of
each of the banks and of the Fund to encourage close
cooperation between their staff and the [GATT Secretariat]
Secretariat of the World Trade Organization (as the term
``World Trade Organization'' is defined in section 2(8) of the
Uruguay Round Agreements Act).
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SECTION 8 OF THE FISHERMEN'S PROTECTIVE ACT OF 1967
Sec. 8. (a)(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(4) Upon receipt of any certification made under paragraph
(1) or (2), the President may direct the Secretary of the
Treasury to prohibit the bringing or the importation into the
United States of any products from the offending country for
any duration as the President determines appropriate and to the
extent that such prohibition is sanctioned by the [General
Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] World Trade Organization (as
defined in section 2(8) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act) or
the multilateral trade agreements (as defined in section 2(4)
of that Act).
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SECTION 102 OF THE UNITED STATES-HONG KONG POLICY ACT OF 1992
SEC. 102. PARTICIPATION IN MULTILATERAL ORGANIZATIONS, RIGHTS UNDER
INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENTS, AND TRADE STATUS.
It is the sense of the Congress that the following, which are
based in part on the relevant provisions of the Joint
Declaration, should be the policy of the United States with
respect to Hong Kong after June 30, 1997:
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(3) The United States should respect Hong Kong's status as a
separate customs territory, and as [contracting party to the
General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] WTO member country (as
defined in section 2(10) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act),
whether or not the People's Republic of China participates in
the [latter organization] World Trade Organization (as defined
in section 2(8) of that Act).
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SECTION 607 OF THE NOAA FLEET MODERNIZATION ACT
SEC. 607. RESTRICTION WITH RESPECT TO CERTAIN SHIPYARD SUBSIDIES.
(a) * * *
(b) * * *
(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(8) Any export subsidy identified in the Illustrative
List of Export Subsidies in the Annex to the [Agreement
on Interpretation and Application of Articles VI, XVI,
and XXIII of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade
or any other export subsidy that may be prohibited as a
result of the Uruguay Round of trade negotiations]
Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures
referred to in section 101(d)(12) of the Uruguay Round
Agreements Act, or any other export subsidy prohibited
by that agreement.
* * * * * * *
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ENERGY POLICY ACT OF 1992
* * * * * * *
TITLE X--REMEDIAL ACTION AND URANIUM REVITALIZATION
* * * * * * *
Subtitle B--Uranium Revitalization
SEC. 1011. OVERFEED PROGRAM.
(a) * * *
(b) Use of Domestic Uranium.--Uranium purchased by the
Corporation for purposes of this section shall be of domestic
origin and purchased from domestic uranium producers to the
extent permitted under the [General Agreement on Tariffs and
Trade] multilateral trade agreements (as defined in section
2(4) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act) and the United
States-Canada Free Trade Agreement.
* * * * * * *
SEC. 1017. REGULATORY TREATMENT OF URANIUM PURCHASES.
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(c) Savings Provision.--This section may not be construed to
authorize the Secretary to take any action in violation of the
[General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] multilateral trade
agreements (as defined in section 2(4) of the Uruguay Round
Agreements Act) or the [United States-Canada Free Trade
Agreement] North American Free Trade Agreement.
* * * * * * *
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SECTION 400AA OF THE ENERGY POLICY AND CONSERVATION ACT
SEC. 400AA. ALTERNATIVE FUEL USE BY LIGHT DUTY FEDERAL VEHICLES.
(a) Department of Energy Program.--(1) * * *
* * * * * * *
(3)(A) * * *
* * * * * * *
(F) At least 50 percent of the alternative fuels used in
vehicles acquired pursuant to this section shall be derived
from domestic feedstocks, except to the extent inconsistent
with the [General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] multilateral
trade agreements as defined in section 2(4) of the Uruguay
Round Agreements Act. The Secretary shall issue regulations to
implement this requirement. For purposes of this subparagraph,
the term ``domestic'' has the meaning given such term in
section 301(7) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992.
(G) Except to the extent inconsistent with the [General
Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] multilateral trade agreements
as defined in section 2(4) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act,
vehicles acquired under this section shall be motor vehicles
manufactured in the United States or Canada.
* * * * * * *
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SECTION 50103 OF TITLE 49, UNITED STATES CODE
Sec. 50103. Contract preference for domestic firms
(a) * * *
* * * * * * *
(c) Nonapplication.--Subsection (b) of this section does not
apply if--
(1) compelling national security considerations
require that subsection (b) of this section not apply;
or
(2) the Trade Representative decides that making the
contract would violate the [General Agreement on
Tariffs and Trade] multilateral trade agreements (as
defined in section 2(4) of the Uruguay Round Agreements
Act) or an international agreement to which the United
States is a party.
* * * * * * *
(e) Report.--The Administrator shall submit a report to
Congress on--
(1) contracts to which this section applies that are
made with foreign firms in the fiscal years ending
September 30, 1991, and September 30, 1992;
(2) the number of contracts that meet the
requirements of subsection (b) of this section, but
that the Trade Representative decides would violate the
[General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade] multilateral
trade agreements (as defined in section 2(4) of the
Uruguay Round Agreements Act) or an international
agreement to which the United States is a party; and
(3) * * *
* * * * * * *
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HARMONIZED TARIFF SCHEDULE OF THE UNITED STATES
* * * * * * *
CHAPTER 71--NATURAL OR CULTURED PEARLS, PRECIOUS OR SEMIPRECIOUS
STONES, PRECIOUS METALS, METALS CLAD WITH PRECIOUS METAL, AND ARTICLES
THEREOF; IMITATION JEWELRY; COIN
* * * * * * *
ADDITIONAL U.S. NOTES
1. * * *
* * * * * * *
3. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision in additional U.S.
note 5 to chapter 91, any article of jewelry
provided for in heading 7113 which is the product
of the Virgin Islands, Guam, or American Samoa
(including any such article which contains any
foreign component) shall be eligible for the
benefits provided in paragraph (h) of additional
U.S. note 5 to chapter 91, subject to the
provisions and limitations of that note and of
paragraphs (b), (c), and (d) of this note.
(b) Nothing provided for in this note shall result in an
increase or a decrease in the aggregate amount
referred to in paragraph (h)(iii) of, or
quantitative limitation otherwise established
pursuant to the requirements of, additional U.S.
note 5 to chapter 91.
(c) Nothing provided for in this note shall be construed to
permit a reduction in the amount available to watch
producers under paragraph (h)(iv) of additional
U.S. note 5 to chapter 91.
(d) The Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Interior
shall issue such regulations, not inconsistent with
the provisions of this note and additional U.S.
note 5 to chapter 91, as they determine necessary
to carry out their respective duties under this
note. Such regulations shall not be inconsistent
with substantial transformation requirements
established by the United States Customs Service
but may define the circumstances under which
articles of jewelry shall be deemed to be ``units''
for purposes of the benefits, provisions, and
limitations of additional U.S. note 5 to chapter
91.
* * * * * * *
CHAPTER 91--CLOCKS AND WATCHES AND PARTS THEREOF
* * * * * * *
ADDITIONAL U.S. NOTES
1. * * *
* * * * * * *
5. Products of Insular Possessions
(a) Except as provided in paragraphs (b) through (ij) of this
note, any article provided for in this chapter and
any article of jewelry provided for in heading 7113
(under the terms of additional U.S. note 3 to
chapter 71) which is the product of the Virgin
Islands, Guam and American Samoa (hereinafter
referred to as the ``insular possessions'') and
which contains any foreign component shall be
subject to duty:
* * * * * * *
(b) Watch movements and articles (including watch straps,
watch bands, and watch bracelets assembled onto
watches) and any article of jewelry provided for in
heading 7113 that are produced or manufactured in a
United States insular possession which contain any
foreign component may be admitted free of duty
without regard to the value of the foreign
materials such watches contain if they conform with
the provisions of this note, but the total quantity
of such articlesentered free of duty shall not
exceed the amount established by or pursuant to paragraph (d) of this
note.
* * * * * * *
CHAPTER 98--SPECIAL CLASSIFICATIONS PROVISIONS
* * * * * * *
Subchapter X--Importations of Religious, Educational, Scientific and
Other Institutions
* * * * * * *
U.S. NOTES
1. * * *
* * * * * * *
6. (a) The term ``instruments and apparatus'' (subheading
9810.00.60) embraces only instruments and apparatus
which are both provided for and dutiable in:
(i) * * *
* * * * * * *
but the term does not include materials or supplies, nor does
it include ordinary equipment for use in building
construction or maintenance or for use in
supporting activities of the institution such as
its administrative offices or its eating or
religious facilities. The term ``instruments and
apparatus'' under subheading 9810.00.60 includes
separable components of an instrument or apparatus
listed in this subdivision that are imported for
assembly in the United States in such instrument or
apparatus where the instrument or apparatus, due to
its size, cannot be feasibly imported in its
assembled state.
* * * * * * *
(d)(i) If the Secretary of Commerce determines under this U.S.
note that an instrument or apparatus of equivalent
scientific value to the instrument or apparatus
which, due to its size cannot be feasibly imported
in its assembled state, is being manufactured in
the United States, the Secretary shall report the
findings to the Secretary of the Treasury and to
the applicant institution and all components of the
instrument or apparatus shall remain dutiable.
(ii) If the Secretary of Commerce determines that the
instrument or apparatus is not being manufactured
in the United States, the Secretary is authorized
to determine further whether any component of the
instrument or apparatus is being manufactured in
the United States and shall report the findings to
the Secretary of the Treasury and to the applicant
institution, and any component found to be
domestically available shall remain dutiable.
(iii) Any decision by the Secretary of the Treasury which
allows for duty-free entry of a component of an
instrument or apparatus which, due to its size
cannot be feasibly imported inits assembled state,
shall be effective for a specified maximum period, to be determined in
consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, taking into account both
the scientific needs of the importing institution and the potential for
development of comparable domestic manufacturing capacity.
[(d)] (e) Subheading 9810.00.60 shall not apply with respect to
any instrument or apparatus unless a bona fide
order therefor has been placed, by the institution
making the application under this U.S. note, on or
before the sixtieth day following the day on which
a finding of the Secretary of Commerce favorable to
the institution has become final and conclusive.
[(e)] (f) Within 20 days after the publication in the Federal
Register of a finding by the Secretary of Commerce
under paragraph (c) of this U.S. note, an appeal
may be taken from said finding only upon a question
of law and only to the United States Court of
Appeals for the Federal Circuit:
(i) * * *
* * * * * * *
[(f)] (g) The Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of
Commerce may prescribe joint regulations to carry
out their functions under this note.
* * * * * * *
CHAPTER 99--TEMPORARY LEGISLATION; TEMPORARY MODIFICATIONS ESTABLISHED
PURSUANT TO TRADE LEGISLATION; ADDITIONAL IMPORT RESTRICTIONS
ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO SECTION 22 OF THE AGRICULTURAL ADJUSTMENT ACT,
AS AMENDED
* * * * * * *
Subchapter II--Temporary Reductions in Rates of Duty
* * * * * * *
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Rates of duty
------------------------------------------------------
Heading/ Article description 1 Effective period
subheading ----------------------------------- 2
General Special
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
* * * * * *
9902.29.04. Sodium N-methyl-N
oleoyl taurate. (CAS
No. 137-20-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2904.10.50).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.05. Dialkylnaphthalene
sulfonic acid sodium
salt. (CAS No. 25638-
17-9) (provided for
in subheading
3402.11.40).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.85. Organic luminescent
pigments, dyes, for
security applications
(excluding daylight
florescent pigments
and dyes) (provided
for in subheading
3204.90.00).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2001
* * * * * *
9902.29.09. (+/-)-
Tetrahydrofurfuryl
(R)-2-[4-(6-
chloroquinoxalin-2-
yloxy) phenoxy]
propanoate (CAS No.
119738-06-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2909.30.40) and any
mixtures containing
the same............. Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.10. 2,4 dichloro 3,5
dinitro
benzotrifluoride.
(CAS No. 29091-09-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2910.90.20).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.29.21. Chloroacetone. (CAS
No. 78-95-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2914.19.00).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.29.23. Propanoic acid, 2-[4-
[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-
pyridinyl)oxy]-
phenoxy]-2-propynyl
ester. (CAS No.
105512-06-9)
(provided for in
subheading
2918.90.20.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.24. 2-chloro-N-[2,6-
dinitro-4-
(trifluoromethyl)phen
yl]-N-ethyl-6-
fluorobenzenemethanam
ine. (CAS No. 62924-
70-3) (provided for
in subheading
2921.49.95).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.29.28. Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-
2-benzoyl-2-(1,1-
dimethylethyl)
hydrazide (CAS No.
112226-61-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2928.00.25).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.29.33. Acetic acid, [(5-
chloro-8-
quinolinyl)oxy]-, 1-
methylhexyl ester.
(CAS No. 99607-70-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.90.82.90)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.34. Acetic acid, [[2-
chloro-4-fluoro-5-
[(tetrahydro-3-oxo-
1H, 3H-[1,3,4]
thiadiazolo [3,4-a]
pyridazin-1-
ylidene)amino]
phenyl]thio]-, methyl
ester. (CAS No.
117337-19-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.15).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.35. 4-Cyclopropyl-6-methyl-
2-phenylamino-
pyrimidine. (CAS No.
121552-61-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.15).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.36. O,O-Dimethyl-S-[5-
methoxy-2-oxo-1,3,4-
thiadiazol-3(2H)-yl-
methyl]-
dithiophosphate. (CAS
No. 950-37-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.37. (Ethyl [2-(4-
phenoxyphenoxy)
ethyl] carbamate.
(CAS No. 79127-80-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.10.80).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.29.38. [(2S,4R)/(2R,4S)]/
[(2R,4R)/(2S,4S)-1-(2-
[4-(4-chloro-phenoxy)-
2-chlorophenyl]-4-
methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-
yl-methyl)-1H-1,2,4-
triazole. (CAS No.
119446-68-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.12).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.29.50. Ethylene, tetrafluoro
copolymer with
ethylene (ETFE)
(provided for in
subheading
3904.69.5000)........ 3.3% No change No change On or before 12/31/00
9902.29.51. N-tert-butyl-N'-(4-
ethylbenoyl)-3,5-
dimethylbenoylhydrazi
de (CAS No. 112410-23-
8) (provided for in
subheading
2928.00.25).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.29.57. Benzenepropanal, 4-
(1,1-dimethylethyl)-
alpha-methyl- (CAS
No. 80-54-6 provided
for in subheading
2912.29.60.00)....... 6% No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.29.95. Phosphinic acid, [3-
(acetyloxy)-3-
cyanopropyl]methyl-,
butyl ester (CAS No.
167004-78-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2931.00.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.30.05. 2-4-dichlon-5-
hydrozyhydrazine
hydrochloride (CAS
No. 189573-21-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2928.00.25).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/00
* * * * * *
9902.30.90. 3-amino-2-
(sulfatoethyl
sulfonyl) ethyl
benzamide (CAS No.
121315-20-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.29).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.30.91. 2-amino-4-(4-
aminobenzoyl amino)-
benzenesulfonic acid
sodium salt (CAS No.
167614-37-1)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.29).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.30.98. 2-4-Dichloro-5-
hydrazino-phenol-
monohydrochloride
(CAS No. 189573-21-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2928.00.25).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/98
* * * * * *
9902.31.12. 3-Ethoxycarbonyl-
aminophenyl-N-
phenylcarbamate
(Desmedipham) (CAS
No. 13684-56-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.29.41).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.31.20. 2-Ethoxy-2,3-dihydro-
3,3-dimethyl-5-
benzofuranyl-
methanesulfonate
(ethofumesate)
singularly or in
mixture with
application adjuvants
(CAS No. 26225-79-6)
(provided for in
subheadings
2932.99.08 and
3808.30.15).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.31.21. p-Ethylphenol (CAS No.
123-07-9) (provided
for in subheading
2907.19.20).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.31.22. 3-Methyl- carbonyl-
aminophenyl-3'-methyl-
carbanilate
(phenmedipham) (CAS
No. 13684-63-4)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.29.47).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.32.00. C.I. Pigment Yellow
109 Benzoic acid,
2,3,4,5-tetrachloro-6-
cyano-,methyl ester,
reaction product with
2-methyl-1,3-
benzenediamine and
sodium methoxide (CAS
No. 106276-79-3)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.32.04. Butanamide, N,N-
(3,3dimethyl [1,1-
biphenyl] -4,4-diyl)
bis[2-[2,4-
dichlorophenyl)azo]-3-
oxo- (C.I. Pigment
Yellow 16) (provided
for in subheading
3204.17.04).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
9902.32.05. C.I. Pigment Yellow
110 Benzoic acid,
2,3,4,5-tetrachloro-6-
cyano-,methyl ester,
reaction products
with p-
phenylenediamine and
sodium methoxide (CAS
No. 106276-80-6)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.32.08. 2-naphthalene-
carboxaminde N-(2,3-
Dihydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-yl)-5-
methyl-4-[(methyl
amino) sulphonyl]
phenyl]azo] (Pigment
Red 185) (provided
for in subheading
3204.17.04).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
* * * * * *
9902.32.10. Benzoic acid, 2-[[3-
[[(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-
1H-benzimidazol-5-
yl)amino]carbonyl]-2-
hydroxy-1-
naphthalenyl]azo]-,
butyl ester (Pigment
Red 208) (provided
for in subheading
3204.17.04).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
* * * * * *
9902.32.14. 2,4-bis[(octylthio)
methyl]-o-cresol (CAS
No. 110553-27-0)
provided for in
subheading
2930.90.29).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999
9902.32.15. 5-Amino-N-(2-
hydroxyethyl)-2,3-
xylenesulfonamide
(CAS No. 25797-78-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2935.00.95).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.16. Calcium bis[monoethyl
(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-
hydroxybenzyl)phospho
nate]-(Cas No. 65140-
91-2) provided for in
subheading
2931.00.30).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999
* * * * * *
9902.32.18. 4-[[4,6-bis(octylthio)-
1,3,5-triazine-2-
yl]amino]-2,6-bis(1,1-
dimethylethyl)phenol
(CAS No. 991-84-4)
provided for in
subheading
2933.69.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999
9902.32.19. (3S)-2,2-Dimethyl-3-
thiomorpholine
carboxylic acid (CAS
No. 84915-43-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.20. C.I. Pigment Yellow
181 N-[4-
(aminocarbonyl)phenyl
]-4-[[1[[(2,3-dihydro-
2-oxo-1H-benzimidazol-
5-yl)amino] carbonyl]-
2-
oxopropyl]azo]benzami
de (CAS No. 074441-05-
7) (provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
9902.32.21. 2-Amino-6-methyl-5-(4-
pyridinylthio)-4-(1H)-
quinazolinone (CAS
No. 147149-76-
6)(provided for in
subheading
2933.90.97).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.22. C.I. Pigment Yellow
180 Butanamide, 2,2-
[1-2,-ethanediylbis-
(oxy-2,1-
phenyleneazo) ]bis[N-
(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-yl)-3-
oxo- (provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
9902.32.23. [S-(R*,R*)]-2,3-
dihydroxy-butanedioic
acid (CAS No. 147-71-
7) (provided for in
subheading 2918.19.90
or 2918.90.50)....... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.24. [R-(R*,R*)]-1,2,3,4-
Butanetetrol-1,4-
dimethanesulfonate
(CAS No. 1947-62-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2905.49.50).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.32.25. (S)-N-[[5-[2-(2-amino-
4,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4-
oxo-1H-pyrimido[5,4-
b][1,4]thiazin-6-
yl)ethyl]-2-
thienyl]carbonyl]-L-
glutamic acid (CAS
No. 177575-17-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.32.26. 2-amino-6-methyl-5-(4-
pyridinylthio)-4-(1H)-
quinazolinone,
dihydrochloride (CAS
No. 152946-68-4)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.70).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.32.27. C.I. Pigment Yellow
154 Butanamide, N-
(2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-yl)-3-
oxo-2-[[2-(trifluoro-
methyl)phenyl]azo]-
(CAS No. 068134-22-5)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
9902.32.28. Benzenesulfonic acid,
4-chloro-2-[[5-
hydroxy-3-methyl-1-(3-
sulfophenyl)-1H-
pyrazol-4-yl]azo]-5-
methyl-,calcium salt
(1:1) (C.I. Pigment
Yellow 191) (provided
for in subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
* * * * * *
9902.32.30. (2-Benzothiazolylthio)
butanedioic acid (CAS
No. 95154-01-1)
(Pigment Red 181)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.20.40........... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999
* * * * * *
9902.32.32. 4-methyl--oxo-
benzenebutanoic acid
compounded with 4-
ethylmorpholine (2:1)
(CAS No. 171054-89-0)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.39).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999
9902.32.33. Butanamide, 2,2-[3,3-
dichloro[1,1-
biphenyl]-4,4-
diyl)bis(azo)]bis[N-
2,3-dihydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-yl)-3-
oxo (Pigment Orange
72) (provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
9902.32.34. 1,4-
Benzenedicarboxylic
acid, 2-[[1-[[(2,3-di-
hydro-2-oxo-1H-
benzimidazol-5-
yl)amino carbonyl]-2-
oxopropyl]azo]-,
dimethyl ester
(Pigment Yellow 175)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
* * * * * *
9902.32.36. 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic
acid (CAS No. 96-75-
3) (provided for in
subheading
2921.42.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.38. 3-(4,5-Dihydro-3-
methyl-5-oxo-1H-
pyrazol-1-y1)
benzenesulfonic acid
(CAS No. 119-17-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.19.43).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.40. 4-Benzoylamino-5-
hydroxy-2,7-
naphthalenedisulfonic
acid (CAS No. 117-46-
4) (provided for in
subheading
2924.29.75).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.42. 4-Benzoylamino-5-
hydroxy-2,7-
naphthalenedisulfonic
acid, monosodium salt
(CAS No. 79873-39-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.29.70).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.48. 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfonic
acid (CAS No. 121-18-
6) (provided for in
subheading
2904.90.47).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.50. N,N-diethyl-m-
toluidine (DEMT) (CAS
No. 91-67-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.43.80).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.51. 2,4-dichloro-5-hydroxy-
phenylhydrazine (CAS
No. 39807-21-1)
(provided for in
subheading
2928.00.5000)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/00
9902.32.52. 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfonic
acid, monosodium salt
(CAS No. 17691-19-9)
(provided for in
subheading
2904.90.40).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.54. Methyl4-
trifluoromethoxypheny
l-N- (chlorocarbonyl)
carbamate (CAS No.
173903-15-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.29.70).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.56. 6-Chloro-4-
(cyclopropylethynyl)-
1, 4-Dihydro-4-
(trifluromethyl)-2H-
3, 1-Benzoxazin-2-one
(CAS No. 154598-52-4)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.90.3000)........ Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.58. Methyl thioglycolate
(CAS No. 2365-48-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.59. (S)-N-[[5-[2-(2- Amino-
4,6,7,8-tetra- hydro-
4-oxo- 1H- pyrimido
[5,4-b] [1,4] thiazin-
6-yl)ethyl]-2-
thienyl] carbonyl]-L-
glutamic acid diethyl
ester (CAS No. 177575-
19-8) (provided for
in subheading
2930.90.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.60. 2-Amino-5-bromo-6-
methyl-4-(1H)-
quinazolinone (CAS
No. 147149-89-1)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.90.97).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.61. 2-Amino-5-
nitrothiazole (CAS
No. 121-66-4)
(provided for in
subheading
2934.10.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.62. 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic
acid, monosodium salt
(CAS No. 30693-53-9)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.42.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.63. 2-Amino-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic
acid, monoammonium
salt (CAS No. 4346-51-
4) (provided for in
subheading
2921.42.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.64. 2-Methyl-5-
nitrobenzenesulfonic
acid (CAS No. 121-03-
9) (provided for in
subheading
2904.90.20).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.65. 4-Chloropyridine
hydrochloride (CAS
No. 7379-35-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.39.61).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.66. 3-Mercapto-D-valine
(CAS No. 52-67-5)
(provided for in
subheading
2930.90.45).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.67. 6-Amino-1,3-
naphthalenedisulfonic
acid, disodium salt
(CAS No. 50976-35-7)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.45.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.68. 7-Acetylamino-4-
hydroxy-2-
naphthalenesulfonic
acid, monosodium salt
(CAS No. 42360-29-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2924.29.70).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.69. 4-Phenoxypyridine (CAS
No. 4783-86-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.90.82).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.70. p-Nitrobenzoic acid
(CAS No. 62-23-7)
(provided for in
subheading
2916.39.45).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.32.71. Tannic acid,
containing by weight
50 percent or more of
tannic acid (CAS No.
1401-55-4) (provided
for in subheading
3201.90.10).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.32.80. Benzoic acid, 4-[[(2,5-
dichlorophenyl)
amino]carbonyl]-2-[[2-
hydroxy-3-[[(2-
methoxyphenyl)
amino]carbonyl]-1-
naphthalenyl]-,
methyl ester
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.04).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
9902.32.81. 6-Bromo-2,4,
dinitroaniline (CAS
No. 1817-73-8)
(provided for in
subheading
2921.42.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.82. 2-naphthalene-
carboxamide 4-[[5-
[[[4-(Aminocarbonyl)
phenyl]
amino]carbonyl]-2-
methoxyphenyl]azo]-N-
(5-chloro-2,4-
dimethoxyphenyl)-3-
hydroxy (Pigment Red
181) (provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
9902.32.83. 4-Chloro-3-
nitrobenzenesulfonic
acid, monopotassium
salt (CAS No. 6671-49-
4) (provided for in
subheading
2904.90.47).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.84. 3-(Acetyloxy)-2-methyl-
benzoic acid (CAS No.
168899-58-9)
(provided for in
subheading
2918.29.65).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.85. Organic luminescent
pigments, dyes, for
security applications
(excluding daylight
florescent pigments
and dyes) (provided
for in subheading
3204.90.00).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2001
9902.32.86. Benzenesulfonic acid,
4-[[3-[[2-hydroxy-3-
[[4-
methoxyphenyl)amino]c
arbonyl]-1-naphtha-
lenyl]azo]-4-
methylbenzoyl]amino]-
, calcium salt (2:1)
(Pigment Red 247)
(provided for in
subheading
3204.17.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
* * * * * *
9902.32.90. Diiodomethyl-p-
tolylsulfone (CAS No.
20018-09-1) (provided
for in subheading
2930.90.10).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.91. 6-Amino-1,3-
naphthalenedisulfonic
acid (CAS No. 118-33-
2) (provided for in
subheading
2921.45.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.92. -Bromo--nitrostyrene (CAS
No. 7166-19-0)
(provided for in
subheading
2904.90.47).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.93. 2-Amino-p-cresol (CAS
No. 95-84-1)
(provided for in
subheading
2922.29.10).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.94. 2,6-Dimethyl-m-dioxan-
4-ol acetate (CAS No.
000828-00-2)
(provided for in
subheading
2932.99.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.32.95. p-Toluenesulfonamide
(CAS No. 70-55-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2935.00.95).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.33.01. 9-[2-[[Bis
[(pivaloyloxy)
methoxy] phosphinyl]-
methoxy]
ethyl]adenine (CAS
No. 142340-99-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.59).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.02. 9-[2-(R)-[[Bis
[[isopropoxycarbonyl)
oxymethoxy]phosphinoy
l] methoxy]propyl]
adenine fumarate
(1:1) (CAS No. 202138-
50-9) (provided for
in subheading
2933.59.59).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.03. (R)-9-[-2-(Phos
phononmethoxy
propyl)adenine (CAS
No. 147127-20-6)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.95).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.04. (R)-Propylene
carbonate (CAS No.
16606-55-6) (provided
for in subheading
2920.90.50).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.05. 9-(2-
Hydroxyethyl)adenine
(CAS No. 707-99-3)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.95).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.06. (R)-9-(2-
Hydroxypropyl)adenine
(CAS No. 14047-28-0)
(provided for in
subheading
2933.59.95).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.07. Chloromethyl-2-propyl
carbonate (CAS No.
35180-01-9) (provided
for in subheading
2920.90.50).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.33.09. Oxirane, (S)-
Triphenylmethyloxy)me
thyl)- (CAS No.
129940-50-7)
(provided for in
subheading
2910.90.20).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.10. Chloromethyl Pivalate
(CAS No. 18997-19-8)
(Provided for in
subheading
2915.90.50).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
9902.33.11. Diethyl p-toluene
sulfonyloxymenthylpho
sphonate (CAS No.
31618-90-3) (Provided
for in subheading
2933.59.80).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.33.59. Phenyl (4, 6-dimethoxy-
pyrimidin-2-yl)
carbamate (CAS No.
89392-0) (provided
for in subheading
2933.59.70).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.38.08. O-(6-chloro-3-phenyl-4-
pyridazinyl)-S-octyl-
carbonothioate. (CAS
No. 55512-33-9)
(provided for in
subheading
3808.30.15).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
9902.38.09. 3-(6-Methoxy-4-methyl-
1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-1-
[2-(2-chloroethoxy)-
phenylsulfonyl]-urea.
(CAS No. 82097-50-5)
(provided for in
subheading
3808.30.15).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.38.11. Methyl 2-[[[[[4-
(dimethylamino)-6-
(2,2,2-
trifluoroethoxy)-
1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]-
amino]carbonyl]-
amino]sulfonyl]-3-
methylbenzoate
(trisulfuron methyl)
in mixture with
application
adjurants. (CAS No.
126535-15-7)
(provided for in
subheading
3808.30.15).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.38.13. 2,4-bis[(octylthio)
methyl]-o-cresol;
epoxidized
triglyceride
(provided for in
subheading
3812.30.60).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
1999
* * * * * *
9902.38.25. N,N,N',N'-tetrakis (2-
hydroxyethyl) hexane
diamide (Beta
Hydroxyalkylamide)
(CAS No. 6334-25-4)
(provided for in
subheading
3824.90.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.39.04. Polymers of
tetrafluoroethylene
(provided for in
subheading
3904.61.00),
hexafluoropropylene
and vinylidene
fluoride (provided
for in subheading
3904.69.50).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.39.07. A saturated polyester
in primary form
(provided for in
subheading
3907.99.00).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2002
* * * * * *
9902.39.12. Dodecanedioic acid,
polymer with 4,41-
methylenebis (2-
methylcyclohexanamine
) (CAS No. 163800-66-
6) (provided for in
subheading
3908.90.70).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.64.04. Skating boots for use
in the manufacture of
in-line roller skates
(provided for in
subheading
6404.11.90).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.83.10. Weaving machines
(looms) for weaving
fabrics of a width
exceeding 30 cm,
shuttle type: power
looms for weaving
fabrics of a width
not exceeding 4.9 m,
if imported without
off-loom or large
loom take-ups, drop
wires, heddles,
reeds, harness
frames, and beams
(provided for in
subheading
8446.21.50).......... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/99
* * * * * *
9902.84.79. Calendaring or other
rolling machines for
rubber to be used in
the production of
radial tires designed
for off-the-highway
use with a rim
measuring 86 cm or
more in diameter
provided for in
subheading 4011.20.10
or subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or parts
thereof (provided for
in subheading
8420.10.90,
8420.91.90 (part) or
8420.99.90 (part))
and material holding
devices or similar
attachments thereto.. Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.84.81. Shearing machines used
to cut metallic
tissue to be used in
the production of
radial tires designed
for off-the-highway
use with a rim
measuring 86 cm or
more in diameter
provided for in
subheading 4011.20.10
or subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled (provided
for in subheading
8462.31.00 or
subheading 8466.94.85
(part)).............. Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.84.83. Machine tools for
working wire of iron
or steel to be used
in the production of
radial tires designed
for off-the-highway
use with a rim
measuring 86 cm or
more in diameter
provided for in
subheading 4011.20.10
or subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or parts
thereof (provided for
in subheading
8463.30.00 or
8466.94.85 (part))... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.84.85. Extruders to be used
in the production of
radial tires designed
for off-the-highway
use with a rim
measuring 86 cm or
more in diameter
provided for in
subheading 4011.20.10
or subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or parts
thereof (provided for
in subheading
8477.20.00 or
8477.90.85 (part))... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.84.87. Machinery for molding,
retreading, or
otherwise forming
uncured, unvulcanized
rubber to be used in
the production of
radial tires designed
for off-the-highway
use with a rim
measuring 86 cm or
more in diameter
provided for in
subheading 4011.20.10
or subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or parts
thereof (provided for
in subheading
8477.51.00 or
8477.90.85 (part))... Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.84.89. Sector mold press
machines to be used
in the production of
radial tires designed
for off-the-highway
use with a rim
measuring 86 cm or
more in diameter
provided for in
subheading 4011.20.10
or subheading
4011.91.50 or
subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or parts
thereof (provided for
in subheading
8477.51.00 or
subheading 8477.90.85
(part)).............. Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.84.91. Sawing machines to be
used in the
production of radial
tires designed for
off-the-highway use
with a rim measuring
86 cm or more in
diameter provided for
in subheading
4011.20.10 or
subheading 4011.91.50
or subheading
4011.99.40,
numerically
controlled, or parts
thereof (provided for
in subheading
8465.91.00 or
subheading 8466.92.50
(part)).............. Free No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
9902.98.08. Any of the following
articles not intended
for sale or
distribution to the
public: personal
effects of aliens who
are participants in,
officials of, or
accredited members of
delegations to, the
1999 International
Special Olympics, the
1999 Women's World
Cup Soccer, the 2001
International Special
Olympics, the 2002
Salt Lake City Winter
Olympics, and the
2002 Winter
Paralympic Games, and
of persons who are
immediate family
members of or
servants to any of
the foregoing
persons; equipment
and materials
imported in
connection with the
foregoing events by
or on behalf of the
foregoing persons or
the organizing
committees of such
events; articles to
be used in
exhibitions depicting
the culture of a
country participating
in any such event;
and, if consistent
with the foregoing,
such other articles
as the Secretary of
Treasury may allow... Free No change Free On or before 1/1/2003
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* * * * * *
9903.70.06. Substrates of
synthetic quartz or
synthetic fused
silica imported into
the United States in
bulk or in forms or
packages for retail
sale (provided for in
subheading
7006.00.40).......... 1% No change No change On or before 12/31/
2000
* * * * * *
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