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A bill to provide for duty-free treatment of certain recreational performance outerwear, and for other purposes.
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S 1439 ISCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
111th CONGRESSCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
1st SessionCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
S. 1439CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
To provide for duty-free treatment of certain recreational performance outerwear, and for other purposes.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
July 10, 2009CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
July 10, 2009CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
Mr. WYDEN (for himself, Mr. CRAPO, Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. ENZI, and Mr. SCHUMER) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on FinanceCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
A BILLCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
To provide for duty-free treatment of certain recreational performance outerwear, and for other purposes.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the ‘United States Optimal Use of Trade to Develop Outerwear and Outdoor Recreation Act’ or the ‘U.S. OUTDOOR Act’.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
SEC. 2. FINDINGS.
Congress finds the following:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) The outdoor industry contributes $730,000,000,000 to the United States economy annually.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(2) Outdoor activities are vitally important to the health and well-being of the people of the United States.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(3) Duty rates on recreational performance apparel are among the highest duty rates imposed by the United States Government, with duties on some recreational performance apparel as high as 28.2 percent.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(4) The duties currently imposed by the United States on recreational performance apparel were set in an era during which high rates of duty were intended to protect the production of other apparel in the United States, and before the technologies and innovations that create today’s recreational performance apparel industry were developed.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(5) In July 2007, the International Trade Commission confirmed in USITC Publication 3937 that recreational performance apparel produced in the United States makes up less than 1 percent of the total recreational performance apparel market and therefore concluded that there is no commercially viable production of recreational performance apparel in the United States.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(6) On November 1, 2005, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements confirmed in the Federal Register that imports of certain recreational performance apparel do not contribute to domestic market disruption or adversely affect United States textile and apparel producers (70 Fed. Reg. 65889).CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(7) The elimination of duties on the importation of certain recreational performance apparel would provide an economic benefit to United States consumers of outdoor products and would promote increased participation in healthy and active lifestyles.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
SEC. 3. KNIT APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES.
(a) Definitions- The Additional U.S. Note to Chapter 61 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is amended--CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) in the heading, by striking ‘Additional U.S. Note’ and inserting ‘Additional U.S. Notes’; andCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(2) by adding at the end the following new notes:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘2. (a) For purposes of this chapter, the term ‘recreational performance outerwear’ means trousers (including, but not limited to, paddling pants, ski or snowboard pants, and ski or snowboard pants intended for sale as parts of ski-suits), coveralls and bib overalls, and jackets (including, but not limited to, full zip jackets, paddling jackets, ski jackets, and ski jackets intended for sale as parts of ski-suits), windbreakers, and similar articles (including padded, sleeveless jackets) predominately composed of knit fabrics of cotton, wool, hemp, bamboo, silk, or manmade fiber, or a combination of such fibers, that are either water-resistant or visibly coated, or both, with critically sealed seams, and with 5 or more of the following features:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(i) Insulation for cold weather protection.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ii) Pockets, at least one of which has a zippered, hook and loop, or other type of closure.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iii) Elastic, drawcord, or other means of tightening around the waist or leg hems, including hidden leg sleeves with a means of tightening at the ankle for trousers and tightening around the waist or bottom hem for jackets.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iv) Venting, not including grommet(s).CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(v) Articulated elbows or knees.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vi) Reinforcement in one of the following areas: the elbows, shoulders, seat, knees, or ankles or cuffs.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vii) Weatherproof closure at the waist or front.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(viii) Multi-adjustable hood or adjustable collar.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ix) Adjustable powder skirt, inner protective skirt, or adjustable inner protective cuff at sleeve hem.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(x) Construction at the arm gusset that utilizes fabric, design, or patterning to allow radial arm movement.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xi) Odor control technology.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
The term ‘recreational performance outerwear’ does not include occupational outerwear or garments with an outer surface predominantly of looped pile.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(b) For purposes of this Note, the following terms have the following meanings:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(i) The term ‘water-resistant’ means that a garment must have a water resistance (see ASTM designations D 3779-81 and D 7017) such that, under a head pressure of 600 millimeters, not more than 1.0 gram of water penetrates after two minutes when tested in accordance with the current version of AATCC Test Method 35. The water resistance of the garment is the result of a rubber or plastics application to the outer shell, lining, or inner lining.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ii) The term ‘visibly coated’ refers to fabric that is impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics, such as fabrics described in Note 2 to chapter 59.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iii) The term ‘sealed seams’ means seams that have been covered by means of taping, gluing, bonding, cementing, fusing, welding, or a similar process so that water cannot pass through the seams when tested in accordance with the current version of AATCC Test Method 35.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iv) The term ‘critically sealed seams’ means--CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(A) for jackets, sealed seams that are sealed at the front and back yokes, or at the shoulders, arm holes, or both, where applicable; andCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(B) for trousers, sealed seams that are sealed at the front (up to the zipper or other means of closure) and back rise.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(v) The term ‘insulation for cold weather protection’ means insulation with either synthetic fill, down, a laminated thermal backing, or other lining for thermal protection from cold weather.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vi) The term ‘venting’ refers to closeable or permanent constructed openings in a garment (excluding front, primary zipper closures and grommet(s)) to allow increased expulsion of built-up heat during outdoor activities. In a jacket, such openings are often positioned on the underarm seam of a garment but may also be placed along other seams in the front or back of a garment. In trousers, such openings are often positioned on the inner or outer leg seams of a garment but may also be placed along other seams in the front or back of a garment.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vii) The term ‘articulated elbows or knees’ refers to the construction of a sleeve (or pant leg) to allow improved mobility at the elbow (or knee) through the use of extra seams, darts, gussets, or other means.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(viii) The term ‘reinforcement’ refers to the use of a double layer of fabric or section(s) of fabric that is abrasion-resistant or otherwise more durable than the predominant or face fabric of the garment.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ix) The term ‘weatherproof closure’ means a closure (including, but not limited to, laminated or coated zippers, storm flaps, or other weatherproof construction) that has been reinforced or engineered in a manner to reduce the penetration or absorption of moisture or air through an opening in the garment.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(x) The term ‘multi-adjustable hood or adjustable collar’ means a draw cord, adjustment tab, or elastic incorporated into the hood or collar construction to allow volume adjustments around a helmet, the crown of the head, neck, or face.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xi) The terms ‘adjustable powder skirt’ and ‘inner protective skirt’ refer to a partial lower inner lining with means of tightening around the waist for additional protection from the elements.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xii) The term ‘arm gusset’ means construction at the arm of a gusset that utilizes an extra fabric piece in the under arm usually diamond- or triangular-shaped, design, or pattern to allow radial arm movement.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xiii) The term ‘radial arm movement’ refers to unrestricted, 180-degree range of motion for the arm while wearing performance outerwear.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xiv) The term ‘odor control technology’ means an additive in a fabric or garment capable of adsorbing, absorbing, or reacting with human odors, or effective in reducing odor-causing bacteria, including but not limited to activated carbon, silver, copper, or any combination thereof.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xv) The term ‘occupational outerwear’ means outerwear garments, including uniforms, designed or marketed for use in the workplace or at a worksite to provide durable protection from cold or inclement weather and/or workplace hazards, such as fire, electrical, abrasion, or chemical hazards, or impacts, cuts, punctures, or similar hazards.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘3. For purposes of this chapter, the importer of record shall specify upon entry whether garments claimed as recreational performance outerwear have an outer surface that is water-resistant, visibly coated, or a combination thereof, and shall further enumerate the specific features that make the garments eligible to be classified as recreational performance outerwear.’.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(b) Tariff Classifications- Chapter 61 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is amended as follows:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) By striking subheading 6101.20.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6101.20 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6101.30:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6101.20 Of cotton: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6101.20.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 50% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6101.20.10 Other 15.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3.2% (MA)15.5% (AU) 50% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(2) By striking subheading 6102.10.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6102.10 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6102.30:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6102.10 Of wool or fine animal hair: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6102.10.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 68.3›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6102.10.10 Other 55.9›/kg + 16.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)11.4›/kg + 3.3% (MA) 50.3›/kg + 14.7% (OM) 68.3›/kg + 54.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(3) By striking subheading 6102.20.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6102.20 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6102.30:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6102.20 Of cotton: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6102.20.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 50% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6102.20.10 Other 15.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)3.2% (MA) 50% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(4) By striking subheading 6104.61.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6104.61 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6104.62:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6104.61 Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6104.61.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6104.61.10 Of wool or fine animal hair 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, SG)3% (MA)13.4% (AU, OM) 54.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(5) By striking subheading 6114.20.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6114.20 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6114.30:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6114.20 Of cotton: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6114.20.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6114.20.10 Other 10.8% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)2.1% (MA)8.6% (OM)9.7% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(c) Additional Tariff Classifications- Chapter 61 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is further amended as follows:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) By striking subheadings 6101.30.10 through 6101.30.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6101.30.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6101.30.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6101.30.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6101.30.10 Containing 25 percent or more by weight of leather 5.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.1% (MA)5% (AU) 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6101.30.15 Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 38.6›/kg + 10% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)8.5›/kg + 2.2% (MA)9.8% (AU) 77.2›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6101.30.20 Other 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 72% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(2) By striking subheadings 6101.90.05 through 6101.90.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6101.90.01 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6101.90.05 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6101.90.01 Recreational performance outerwear Free 45% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6101.90.05 Of wool or fine animal hair 61.7›/kg + 16% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)12.6›/kg + 3.2% (MA)55.5›/kg + 14.4% (OM) 77.2›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6101.90.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste 0.9% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.2% (MA) 45% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6101.90.90 Other 5.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)1.1% (MA)5.1% (AU) 45% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(3) By striking subheadings 6102.30.05 through 6102.30.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6102.30.01 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6102.30.05 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6102.30.01 Recreational performance outerwear Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6102.30.05 Containing 25 percent or more by weight of leather 5.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1% (MA)4.7% (AU) 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6102.30.10 Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 64.4›/kg + 18.8% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.6›/kg + 1.9% (JO) 12.9›/kg + 3.7% (MA)15.5% (AU) 68.3›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6102.30.20 Other 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 72% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(4) By striking subheadings 6102.90.10 and 6102.90.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6102.90.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6102.90.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6102.90.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 45% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6102.90.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste 0.9% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.2% (MA) 45% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6102.90.90 Other 5.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.1% (MA)5.1% (AU) 45% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(5) By striking subheadings 6103.41.10 and 6103.41.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6103.41.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6103.41.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6103.41.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 77.2›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6103.41.10 Trousers, breeches and shorts 61.1›/kg + 15.8% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)12.5›/kg + 3.2% (MA) 77.2›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.41.20 Bib and brace overalls 13.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)2.7% (MA)12.2% (AU, OM) 54.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(6) By striking subheadings 6103.42.10 and 6103.42.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6103.42.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6103.42.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6103.42.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 45% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6103.42.10 Trousers, breeches and shorts 16.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3.2% (MA)15.5% (AU) 45% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.42.20 Bib and brace overalls 10.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2% (MA)9.2% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(7) By striking subheadings 6103.43.10 through 6103.43.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6103.43.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6103.43.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6103.43.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 77.2›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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Trousers, breeches and shorts: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.43.10 Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 58.5›/kg + 15.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.6›/kg + 1.7% (JO)12›/kg + 3.1% (MA)15.5% (AU) 77.2›/kg + 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.43.15 Other 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.43.20 Bib and brace overalls 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3% (MA)13.4% (AU) 72% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(8) By striking subheadings 6103.49 through 6103.49.80 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6103.49.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6103.49.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6103.49 Of other textile materials: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6103.49.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6103.49.10 Trousers, breeches and shorts 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.49.20 Bib and brace overalls 13.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.7% (MA)12.2% (AU) 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.49.40 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste 0.9% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.2% (MA) 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6103.49.80 Other 5.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.1% (MA)5% (AU) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(9) By striking subheadings 6104.62.10 and 6104.62.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6104.62.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6104.62.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6104.62.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6104.62.10 Bib and brace overalls 10.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)9.2% (AU)See 9912.61.01-9912.61.02 (MA) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6104.62.20 Other 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)13.4% (AU)See 9912.61.01, 9912.61.03 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(10) By striking subheadings 6104.63.10 through 6104.63.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6104.63.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6104.63.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6104.63.10 Bib and brace overalls 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)13.4% (AU)See 9912.61.05-9912.61.06 (MA) 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6104.63.15 Containing 23 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)13.4% (AU)See 9912.61.05-9912.61.06 (MA) 54.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6104.63.20 Other 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)2.8% (JO)See 9912.61.05, 9912.61.07 (MA) 72% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(11) By striking subheadings 6104.69 through 6104.69.80 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6104.69.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6104.69.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6104.69 Of other textile materials: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6104.69.10 Bib and brace overalls 13.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)12.2% (AU)2.7% (MA) 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6104.69.20 Trousers, breeches and shorts 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6104.69.40 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste 0.9% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.2% (MA) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6104.69.80 Other 5.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.1% (MA)5% (AU) 60% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(12) By striking subheadings 6112.20.10 and 6112.20.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6112.20.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6112.20.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6112.20.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6112.20.10 Of man-made fibers 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 72% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6112.20.20 Other 8.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.8% (MA)7.4% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(13) By striking subheadings 6113.00.10 and 6113.00.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6113.00.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for heading 6113.00.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6113.00.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6113.00.10 Having an outer surface impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with rubber or plastics material which completely obscures the underlying fabric 3.8% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.8% (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6113.00.90 Other 7.1% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.4% (MA) 65% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(14) By striking subheading 6114.20.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6114.20 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6111.90:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6114.20 Of cotton: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6114.20.10 Other 10.8% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)2.1% (MA)8.6% (OM)9.7% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(15) By striking subheadings 6114.30.10 through 6114.30.30 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6114.30.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6114.30.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6114.30.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6114.30.10 Tops 28.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6114.30.20 Bodysuits and bodyshirts 32% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3.2% (JO)6.4% (MA)15.5% (AU) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6114.30.30 Other 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3% (MA)13.4% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(16) By striking subheadings 6114.90.05 through 6114.90.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6114.90.01 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6114.90.05 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6114.90.05 Of wool or fine animal hair 12% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)2.5% (MA)10.8% (AU, OM) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6114.90.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste 0.9% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.2% (MA) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6114.90.90 Other 5.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.1% (MA)5% (AU) 60% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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SEC. 4. APPAREL ARTICLES AND ACCESSORIES OF OTHER MATERIALS, NOT KNITTED OR CROCHETED.
(a) Notes- The Additional U.S. Notes to chapter 62 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States are amended--CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) in Additional U.S. Note 2, by striking ‘For purposes of subheadings’ and all that follows through ‘6211.20.15’ and inserting ‘For purposes of this chapter’; andCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(2) by adding at the end the following new notes:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘3. (a) For purposes of this chapter, the term ‘recreational performance outerwear’ means trousers (including, but not limited to, paddling pants, ski or snowboard pants, and ski or snowboard pants intended for sale as parts of ski-suits), coveralls and bib overalls, and jackets (including, but not limited to, full zip jackets, paddling jackets, ski jackets, and ski jackets intended for sale as parts of ski-suits), windbreakers, and similar articles (including padded, sleeveless jackets), the outer surface of which is predominately composed of non-knit, non-crocheted fabrics of cotton, wool, hemp, bamboo, silk, or manmade fiber, or a combination of such fibers, that are water-resistant, visibly coated, or both, with critically sealed seams, and with 5 or more of the following options:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(i) Insulation for cold weather protection.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ii) Pockets, at least one of which has a zippered, hook and loop, or other type of closure.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iii) Elastic, drawcord, or other means of tightening around the waist or leg hems, including hidden leg sleeves with a means of tightening at the ankle for trousers and tightening around the waist or bottom hem for jackets.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iv) Venting, not including grommet(s).CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(v) Articulated elbows or knees.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vi) Reinforcement in one of the following areas: the elbows, shoulders, seat, knees, or ankles or cuffs.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vii) Weatherproof closure at the waist or front.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(viii) Multi-adjustable hood or adjustable collar.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ix) Adjustable powder skirt, inner protective skirt, or adjustable inner protective cuff at sleeve hem.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(x) Construction at the arm gusset that utilizes fabric, design, or patterning to allow radial arm movement.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xi) Odor control technology.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
The term ‘recreational performance outerwear’ does not include occupational outerwear.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(b) For purposes of this Note, the following terms have the following meanings:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(i) The term ‘water-resistant’ means that a garment must have a water resistance (see ASTM designations D 3779-81 and D 7017) such that, under a head pressure of 600 millimeters, not more than 1.0 gram of water penetrates after two minutes when tested in accordance with the current version of AATCC Test Method 35. The water resistance of the garment is the result of a rubber or plastics application to the outer shell, lining, or inner lining.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ii) The term ‘visibly coated’ refers to fabric that is impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics, such as fabrics described in Note 2 to chapter 59.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iii) The term ‘sealed seams’ means seams that have been covered by means of taping, gluing, bonding, cementing, fusing, welding, or a similar process so that water cannot pass through the seams when tested in accordance with the current version of AATCC Test Method 35.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(iv) The term ‘critically sealed seams’ means seams’ that are sealed--CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(A) for jackets, at the front and back yokes, or at the shoulders, arm holes, or both, where applicable; andCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(B) for trousers, at the front (up to the zipper or other means of closure) and back rise.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(v) The term ‘insulation for cold weather protection’ means insulation with either synthetic fill, down, a laminated thermal backing, or other lining for thermal protection from cold weather.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vi) The term ‘venting’ refers to closeable or permanent constructed openings in a garment (excluding front, primary zipper closures and grommet(s)) to allow increased expulsion of built-up heat during outdoor activities. In a jacket, such openings are often positioned on the underarm seam of a garment but may also be placed along other seams in the front or back of a garment. In trousers, such openings are often positioned on the inner or outer leg seams of a garment but may also be placed along other seams in the front or back of a garment.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(vii) The term ‘articulated elbows or knees’ refers to the construction of a sleeve (or pant leg) to allow improved mobility at the elbow (or knee) through the use of extra seams, darts, gussets, or other means.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(viii) The term ‘reinforcement’ refers to the use of a double layer of fabric or section(s) of fabric that is abrasion-resistant or otherwise more durable than the predominant or face fabric of the garment.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(ix) The term ‘weatherproof closure’ means a closure (including, but not limited to, laminated or coated zippers, storm flaps, or other weatherproof construction) that has been reinforced or engineered in a manner to reduce the penetration or absorption of moisture or air through an opening in the garment.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(x) The term ‘multi-adjustable hood or adjustable collar’ means a draw cord, adjustment tab, or elastic incorporated into the hood or collar construction to allow volume adjustments around a helmet, the crown of the head, neck, or face.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xi) The terms ‘adjustable powder skirt’ and ‘inner protective skirt’ refer to a partial lower inner lining with means of tightening around the waist for additional protection from the elements.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xii) The term ‘arm gusset’ means construction at the arm of a gusset that utilizes an extra fabric piece in the under arm usually diamond- or triangular-shaped, design, or pattern to allow radial arm movement.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xiii) The term ‘radial arm movement’ refers to unrestricted, 180-degree range of motion for the arm while wearing performance outerwear.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xiv) The term ‘odor control technology’ means an additive in a fabric or garment capable of adsorbing, absorbing, or reacting with human odors, or effective in reducing odor-causing bacteria, including but not limited to activated carbon, silver, copper, or any combination thereof.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘(xv) The term ‘occupational outerwear’ means outerwear garments, including uniforms, designed or marketed for use in the workplace or at a worksite to provide durable protection from cold or inclement weather and/or workplace hazards, such as fire, electrical, abrasion, or chemical hazards, or impacts, cuts, punctures, or similar hazards.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
‘4. For purposes of this chapter, the importer of record shall specify upon entry whether garments claimed as ‘recreational performance outerwear’ have an outer surface that is water-resistant, visibly coated, or a combination thereof, and shall further enumerate the specific features that make the garments eligible to be classified as recreational performance outerwear.’.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(b) Tariff Classifications- Chapter 62 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is amended as follows:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) By striking subheading 6201.11.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.11 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.12:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6201.11 Of wool or fine animal hair: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.11.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 52.9›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.11.10 Other 41›/kg + 16.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)8.4›/kg + 3.3% (MA)36.9›/kg + 14.6% (OM)15.5% (AU) 52.9›/kg + 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(2) By striking subheading 6202.11.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.11 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.12:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6202.11 Of wool or fine animal hair: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.11.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 46.3›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.11.10 Other 41›/kg + 16.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)8.3›/kg + 3.3% (MA)36.9›/kg + 14.6% (OM)15.5% (AU) 46.3›/kg + 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(3) By striking subheadings 6203.41 and 6203.41.05 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheadings 6203.41.05 and 6203.41.10 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6203.41.20:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6203.41 Of wool or fine animal hair: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.41.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 52.9›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.41.10 Trousers, breeches, or shorts containing elastomeric fiber, water resistant, without beltloops, weighing more than 9 kg per dozen 7.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)1.5% (MA)6.8% (AU, OM) 52.9›/kg + 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(4) By striking subheading 6211.32.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6211.32 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6211.32.00 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6211.32 Of cotton: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6211.32.10 Other 8.1% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)2.4% (MA)6.4% (OM) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(5) By striking subheading 6211.33.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6211.33 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6211.33.00 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6211.33 Of man-made fibers: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6211.33.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6211.33.10 Other 16% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)See 9912.62.99-9912.63.00 (MA)14.4% (OM) 76% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(6) By striking subheadings 6211.39 and 6211.39.05 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6211.39 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6211.39 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6211.39 Of other textile materials: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6211.39.04 Recreational performance outerwear Free 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6211.39.08 Of wool or fine animal hair 12% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, SG)2.5% (MA)10.8% (OM) 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(7) By striking subheading 6211.41.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6211.41 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6211.41.00 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6211.41 Of wool or fine animal hair: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6211.41.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6211.41.10 Other 12% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, SG)2.5% (MA)10.8% (AU, OM) 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(8) By striking subheading 6211.42.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6211.42 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6211.42.00 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6211.42 Of cotton: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6211.42.10 Other 8.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, SG) 7.2% (AU) See 9912.63.01-9912.63.02 (MA)6.4% (OM) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(9) By striking subheading 6211.43.00 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6211.43 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6211.43.00 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6211.43 Of man-made fibers: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6211.43.10 Other 16% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)3.2% (MA)15.5% (AU)14.4% (OM) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(c) Additional Tariff Classifications- Chapter 62 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is further amended as follows:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) By striking subheadings 6201.12.10 and 6201.12.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.12.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.12.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6201.12.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.12.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, OM, P, PE, SG)0.8% (MA) 3.9%(AU) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.12.20 Other 9.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG) 1.9% (MA)8.4%(AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(2) By striking subheadings 6201.13.10 through 6201.13.40 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.13.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.13.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.8% (MA)3.9% (AU) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.13.30 Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 49.7›/kg + 19.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)5.1›/kg + 2% (JO)10›/kg + 3.9% (MA)15.5% (AU) 52.9›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.13.40 Other 27.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.5% (MA)15.5% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(3) By striking subheadings 6201.19.10 and 6201.19.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.19.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.19.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6201.19.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.19.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.19.90 Other 2.8% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.5% (MA) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(4) By striking subheadings 6201.91.10 and 6201.91.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.91.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.91.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6201.91.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.91.10 Padded, sleeveless jackets 8.5% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)1.8% (MA)7.6% (AU, OM) 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.91.20 Other 49.7›/kg + 19.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)5.1›/kg + 2% (JO)10›/kg + 3.9% (MA)44.7›/kg + 17.7% (OM) 52.9›/kg + 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(5) By striking subheadings 6201.92.10 through 6201.92.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.92.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.92.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.92.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3.9% (AU)See 9912.62.00-9912.62.01 (MA) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.92.15 Water resistant 6.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)5.5% (AU)See 9912.62.00,9912.62.02 (MA) 37.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.92.20 Other 9.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)8.4% (AU)See 9912.62.00, 9912.62.03 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(6) By striking subheadings 6201.93.10 through 6201.93.35 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.93.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.93.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.93.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3.9% (AU)See 9912.62.04-9912.62.05 (MA) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.93.20 Padded, sleveless jackets 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)13.4% (AU)See 9912.62.04, 9912.62.06 (MA) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.93.25 Containing 36 percent or more by weght of wool or fine animal hair 49.5›/kg + 19.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)5›/kg + 2% (JO)15.5% (AU)See 9912.62.04, 9912.62.07 (MA) 52.9›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.93.30 Water resistant 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.3% (AU)See 9912.62.04, 9912.62.08 (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.93.35 Other 27.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)15.5% (AU)See 9912.62.04, 9912.62.09 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(7) By striking subheadings 6201.99.10 and 6201.99.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6201.99.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6201.99.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6201.99.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6201.99.90 Other 4.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.8 (MA)3.7% (AU) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(8) By striking subheadings 6202.12.10 and 6202.12.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.12.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.12.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.12.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.8% (MA)3.9% (AU) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.12.20 Other 8.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.8% (MA)8% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(9) By striking subheadings 6202.13.10 through 6202.13.40 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.13.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.13.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.13.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.8% (MA)3.9% (AU) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.13.30 Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 43.5›/kg + 19.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)4.4›/kg + 2% (JO)8.7›/kg + 3.9% (MA)15.5% (AU) 46.3›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.13.40 Other 27.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.5% (MA)15.5% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(10) By striking subheadings 6202.19.10 and 6202.19.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.19.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.19.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.19.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight or silk or silk waste Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.19.90 Other 2.8% Free (AU, BH,CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.5% (MA) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(11) By striking subheadings 6202.91.10 and 6202.91.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.91.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.91.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6202.91.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.91.10 Padded, sleeveless jackets 14% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)2.8% (MA)12.6% (AU, OM) 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.91.20 Other 36›/kg + 16.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)7.4›/kg + 3.3% (MA)32.4›/kg + 14.6% (OM) 46.3›/kg + 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(12) By striking subheadings 6202.92.10 through 6202.92.20 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.92.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.92.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6202.92.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.92.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3.9% (AU)See 9912.62.10-9912.62.11 (MA) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.92.15 Water resistant 6.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)5.5% (AU)See 9912.62.10, 9912.62.12 (MA) 37.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.92.20 Other 8.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)8% (AU)See 9912.62.10, 9912.62.13 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(13) By striking subheadings 6202.93.10 through 6202.93.50 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.93.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.93.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.93.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down 4.4% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.8% (MA)3.9% (AU) 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.93.20 Padded, sleveless jackets 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)3% (MA)13.4% (AU) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.93.40 Containing 36 percent or more by weght of wool or fine animal hair 43.4›/kg + 19.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)4.4›/kg + 2% (JO)3.9% (MA)15.5% (AU) 46.3›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.93.45 Water resistant 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.4% (MA) 6.3% (AU) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.93.50 Other 27.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.8% (JO)5.5% (MA)15.5% (AU) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(14) By striking subheadings 6202.99.10 and 6202.99.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6202.99.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6202.99.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6202.99.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight or silk or silk waste Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6202.99.90 Other 2.8% Free (AU, BH,CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.5% (MA) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(15) By striking subheadings 6203.42.10 through 6203.42.40 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6203.42.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6203.42.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6203.42.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.42.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.42.20 Bib and brace overalls 10.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)9.2% (AU)See 9912.62.22-9912.62.23 (MA) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.42.40 Other 16.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU)See 9912.62.22, 9912.62.24 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(16) By striking subheadings 6203.43.10 through 6203.43.40 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6203.43.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6203.43.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6203.43.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.43.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.43.15 Water resistant 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.3% (AU)See 9912.62.25-9912.62.26 (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.43.20 Other 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)13.4% (AU)See 9912.62.25, 9912.62.27 (MA) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.43.25 Certified hand-loomed and folklore products 12.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)10.9% (AU)See 9912.62.25, 9912.62.28 (MA) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.43.30 Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 49.6›/kg + 19.7% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)15.5›/kg + 2% (JO)15.5% (AU)See 9912.62.25, 9912.62.29 (MA) 52.9›/kg + 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.43.35 Water resistant trousers or breeches 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.3% (AU)See 9912.62.25-9912.62.26 (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.43.40 Other 27.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)5.7% (JO)15.5% (AU)See 9912.62.25, 9912.62.30 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(17) By striking subheadings 6203.49 through 6203.49.80 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6203.49.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6203.49.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6203.49 Of other textile materials: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.49.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.49.10 Bib and brace overalls 8.5% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.8% (MA)7.6% (AU) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6203.49.15 Certified hand-loomed and folklore products 12.2% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.4% (MA)10.9% (AU) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.49.20 Other 27.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)5.7% (JO)5.6% (MA)15.5% (AU) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.49.40 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste Free 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6203.49.80 Other 2.8% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.5% (MA) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(18) By striking subheadings 6204.61.10 and 6204.61.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6204.61.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6204.61.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6404.61.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.61.10 Trousers and breeches, containing elastomeric fiber, water resistant, without belt loops, weighing more than 6 kg per dozen 7.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)6.8% (AU, OM)See 9912.62.57-9912.62.58 (MA) 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6204.61.90 Other 13.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, P, PE, SG)12.2% (AU, OM)See 9912.62.57, 9912.62.59 (MA) 58.5% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(19) By striking subheadings 6204.62.10 through 6204.62.40 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6204.62.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6204.62.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6204.62.05 Recreational performance outerwear Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.62.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.62.20 Bib and brace overalls 8.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)8% (AU)See 9912.62.60-9912.62.61 (MA) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.62.30 Certified hand-loomed and folklore products 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, E, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.3% (AU) See 9912.62.60, 9912.62.62 (MA) 37.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6204.62.40 Other 16.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)15.5% (AU) See 9912.62.60, 9912.62.63 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(20) By striking subheadings 6204.63.10 through 6204.63.35 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6204.63.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6204.63.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.63.10 Containing 15 percent or more by weight of down and waterfowl plumage and of which down comprises 35 percent or more by weight; containing 10 percent or more by weight of down Free 60% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.63.12 Water resistant 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.3% (AU)See 9912.62.64-9912.62.65 (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6204.63.15 Other 14.9% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)13.4% (AU)See 9912.62.64, 9912.62.66 (MA) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.63.20 Certified hand-loomed and folklore products 11.3% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)10.1% (AU)See 9912.62.64, 9912.62.67 (MA) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.63.25 Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 13.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)12.2% (AU)See 9912.62.64, 9912.62.68 (MA) 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.63.30 Water resistant trousers or breeches 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.3% (AU)See 9912.62.64- 9912.62.65 (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6204.63.35 Other 28.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.9% (JO)15.5% (AU)See 9912.62.64, 9912.62.69 (MA) 90% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(21) By striking subheadings 6204.69 through 6204.69.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6204.69.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6204.69.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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‘ 6204.69 Of other textile materials: CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.69.10 Bib and brace overalls 13.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)12.2% (AU)See 9912.62.70- 9912.62.71 (MA) 76% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.69.20 Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair 13.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)12.2% (AU)See 9912.62.70- 9912.62.71 (MA) 58.5% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6204.69.25 Other 28.6% Free (BH, CA, CL, IL, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)2.9% (JO)15.5% (AU)See 9912.62.70, 9912.62.72 (MA) 90% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6204.69.40 Containing 70 percent or more by weight of silk waste 1.1% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)See 9912.62.70, 9912.62.73 (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6204.69.60 Other 7.1% Free (BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)6.3% (AU)See 9912.62.70, 9912.62.74 (MA) 65% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6204.69.90 Other 2.8% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E*, IL, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)See 9912.62.70, 9912.62.75 (MA) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(22) By striking subheadings 6211.49.10 and 6211.49.90 and inserting the following, with the article description for subheading 6211.49.05 having the same degree of indentation as the article description for subheading 6211.49.10 (as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act):CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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6211.49.10 Containing 70 percent or more by weight or silk or silk waste 1.2% Free (AU, BH, CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)0.3% (MA) 35% CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
6211.49.90 Other 7.3% Free (BH,CA, CL, E, IL, J, JO, MX, OM, P, PE, SG)1.4% (MA)6.5% (AU) 35% ’. CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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SEC. 5. SUSTAINABLE TEXTILE AND APPAREL RESEARCH FUND.
(a) Establishment- There is established in the Treasury of the United States the Sustainable Textile and Apparel Research Fund (in this section referred to as the ‘STAR Fund’).CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(b) Deposits- There shall be deposited into the STAR Fund amounts equal to the fees collected on recreational performance outerwear under subsection (d).CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(1) IN GENERAL- The STAR Fund shall be administered by a board of directors (in this section referred to as the ‘Board’) composed of 5 individuals familiar with the recreational performance outerwear textile and apparel industry, including the production of raw materials and the finished products thereof, who shall be appointed by the President.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(2) MEMBERS- Not less than 2 of the individuals appointed to the Board under paragraph (1) shall be representatives of entities involved in the production of fabrics or raw materials for use in recreational performance outerwear in the United States, and not less than 2 of such individuals shall be representatives of entities involved in the production of recreational performance outerwear that pay the fees imposed on the importation of such outerwear under subsection (d).CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(3) INELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS- The President may not appoint individuals to the Board under paragraph (1) who are representatives of entities not involved in the production of recreational performance outerwear, such as customs brokers, converters, forwarders, or shippers.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(d) Funding-CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) FEE- In addition to any other fee authorized by law, the Secretary of the Treasury shall charge and collect upon entry, or withdrawal from warehouse for consumption, a fee of 1.5 percent of the appraised value of imported garments (as determined under section 402 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (
(2) EXCLUSIONS- The assessment of fees under paragraph (1) shall not apply to imports of recreational performance outerwear from the following:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(A) Any country that is party to a free trade agreement with the United States that--CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(i) is in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act; orCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(ii) enters into force under the Bipartisan Trade Promotion Authority Act of 2002 (
(B) Any country designated as a CBTPA beneficiary country under section 213(b)(5)(B) of the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (
(C) Any country designated as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country under section 506A(a)(1) of the Trade Act of 1974 (
(D) Any country designated as an ATPDEA beneficiary country under section 204(b)(6)(B) of the Andean Trade Preference Act (
(3) TERMINATION- The fee under paragraph (1) shall apply only to entries, or withdrawals from warehouse for consumption, that are made during the 10-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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(1) QUARTERLY DISTRIBUTIONS- The Secretary of Commerce, upon a majority vote of the Board, taken annually, shall, not later than 60 days after the end of each calendar quarter, distribute amounts in the STAR Fund to one or more entities that the Board considers appropriate to use the funds in accordance with subsection (f).CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(2) ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS- An entity may receive funds under paragraph (1) only if the entity--CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(A) is an organization described in section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that is exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code;CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(B) is an organization having at least 10 years of experience providing applied research, technology development, and education to all parts of the textile and apparel supply chain, with a research capability demonstrated through past research programs involving supply chain management, product development, fit specifications, operations management, lean manufacturing, or digital supply chain technologies on behalf of the textile and sewn products industries in the United States; andCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(C) is comprised of members representing the following segments of the supply chain:CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(i) One or more of the following types of producers: fiber, yarn, or fabric producers in the United States.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(ii) Apparel producers in the United States.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(iii) Retail companies in the United States.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(f) Use of Funds- Funds distributed under subsection (e) may be used only to conduct applied research, development, and education activities to enhance the competitiveness of businesses in the United States in clean, eco-friendly apparel, other textile and apparel articles, and sewn-product design and manufacturing.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(g) Requirements- The Secretary of Commerce may impose such requirements on the use of funds distributed under subsection (e) as the Secretary considers necessary to ensure compliance with subsection (f), including requiring reporting and assurances by the entities using the funds.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(h) Reports to Congress- The Secretary of Commerce shall submit to Congress a report, not later than April 1 of each year, explaining in detail how amounts in the STAR Fund were distributed under subsection (e) and used under subsection (f) during the preceding calendar year.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Act and the amendments made by this Act shall--CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) take effect on the 15th day after the date of the enactment of this Act; andCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(2) apply to garments entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after such day.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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