[Federal Register Volume 67, Number 131 (Tuesday, July 9, 2002)]
[Notices]
[Page 45543]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 02-17058]


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INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION

[Investigation No. 332-443]


U.S.-Singapore FTA: Probable Economic Effects on the Economy as a 
Whole of Eliminating Tariffs on Certain Agricultural Products

AGENCY: International Trade Commission.

ACTION: Institution of investigation and invitation for written 
submissions.

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EFFECTIVE DATE: July 2, 2002.
SUMMARY: Following receipt of a request on June 19, 2002, from the 
United States Trade Representative (USTR), the Commission instituted 
investigation No. 332-443, U.S.-Singapore FTA: Probable Economic 
Effects on the Economy as a Whole of Eliminating Tariffs on Certain 
Agricultural Products, under section 332(g) of the Tariff Act of 1930 
(19 U.S.C. 1332(g)).
    Background: As requested by USTR, the Commission will assess the 
probable economic effects on the economy as a whole of eliminating 
tariffs on certain agricultural products from Singapore. A list of the 
products covered in this investigation may be obtained electronically 
from EDIS-ON-LINE, or from the Office of the Secretary at 202-205-2000. 
The Commission plans to submit its report by September 19, 2002. USTR 
indicated that portions of the report will be classified as 
``Confidential.''

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Industry-specific information may be 
obtained from Jonathan Coleman, Project Leader (202-205-3465 or 
[email protected]) or William Lipovsky, Chief Animal and Forest 
Products Branch (202-205-3330 or [email protected]), Office of 
Industries, U.S. International Trade Commission, Washington, DC, 20436. 
For information on the legal aspects of this investigation, contact 
William Gearhart of the Office of the General Counsel (202-205-3091 or 
[email protected]). Hearing-impaired individuals are advised that 
information on this matter can be obtained by contacting the TDD 
terminal on (202) 205-1810. General information concerning the 
Commission may also be obtained by accessing its internet server 
(http://www.usitc.gov). The public record for this investigation may be 
viewed on the Commission's electronic docket (EDIS-ON-LINE) at http://dockets.usitc.gov/eol/public/.
    Written Submissions: The Commission does not plan to hold a public 
hearing in connection with this investigation. However, interested 
parties are invited to submit written statements (original and 14 
copies) concerning the matters to be addressed by the Commission in its 
report on this investigation. Commercial or financial information that 
a submitter desires the Commission to treat as confidential must be 
submitted on separate sheets of paper, each clearly marked 
``Confidential Business Information'' at the top. All submissions 
requesting confidential treatment must conform with the requirements of 
section 201.6 of the Commission's rules of practice and procedure (19 
CFR 201.6). All written submissions, except for confidential business 
information, will be made available in the Office of the Secretary of 
the Commission for inspection by interested parties. The Commission may 
include such confidential business information in the report it sends 
to USTR. To be assured of consideration by the Commission, written 
statements relating to the Commission's report should be submitted to 
the Commission at the earliest practical date and should be received no 
later than the close of business on July 19, 2002. All submissions 
should be addressed to the Secretary, United States International Trade 
Commission, 500 E Street, SW., Washington, DC 20436. The Commission's 
rules do not authorize filing submissions with the Secretary by 
facsimile or electronic means. Persons with mobility impairments who 
will need special assistance in gaining access to the Commission should 
contact the Office of the Secretary at 202-205-2000.

List of Subjects

    Singapore, tariffs, and trade.

    Issued: July 2, 2002.

    By order of the Commission.
Marilyn R. Abbott,
Secretary to the Commission.
[FR Doc. 02-17058 Filed 7-8-02; 8:45 am]
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