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106TH CONGRESS REPORT " ! HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2d Session 106–789

MISCELLANEOUS TRADE AND TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS

ACT OF 2000

JULY 25, 2000.—Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of

the Union and ordered to be printed

Mr. ARCHER, from the Committee on Ways and Means,

submitted the following

R E P O R T

[To accompany H.R. 4868]

[Including cost estimate of the Congressional Budget Office]

The Committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the

bill (H.R. 4868) to amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the

United States to modify temporarily certain rates of duty, to make

other technical amendments to the 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 ...................................................................................................... 58

A. Purpose and Summary ..................................................................... 58

B. Background ........................................................................................ 59

C. Legislative History ............................................................................ 59

II. Explanation of Provisions ................................................................................ 60

III. Votes of the Committee .................................................................................... 133

IV. Budget Effects ................................................................................................... 134

A. Committee Estimate of Budgetary Effects ...................................... 134

B. Statement Regarding New Budget Authority and Tax Expenditures ................................................................................................. 134

C. Cost Estimate Prepared by the Congressional Budget Office ....... 134

V. Other Matters To Be Discussed Under the Rules of the House ................... 136

A. Committee Oversight Findings and Recommendations ................. 136

B. Summary of Findings and Recommendations of the Committee

on Government Reform and Oversight ......................................... 136

C. Constitutional Authority Statement ................................................ 136

VI. Exchange of Letters with Committee on Commerce ..................................... 137

The amendment is as follows:

Strike all after the enacting clause and insert the following:

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SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.

This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Corrections Act

of 2000’’.

SEC. 2. TABLE OF CONTENTS.

The table of contents of this Act is as follows:

Sec. 1. Short title.

Sec. 2. Table of contents.

TITLE I—TARIFF PROVISIONS

Sec. 1001. Reference.

Subtitle A—Temporary Duty Suspensions and Reductions

CHAPTER 1—NEW DUTY SUSPENSIONS AND REDUCTIONS

Sec. 1101. HIV/AIDS drugs.

Sec. 1102. HIV/AIDS drugs.

Sec. 1103. Triacetoneamine.

Sec. 1104. Instant print film in rolls.

Sec. 1105. Color instant print film.

Sec. 1106. Mixtures of sennosides and mixtures of sennosides and their salts.

Sec. 1107. Cibacron Red LS–B HC.

Sec. 1108. Cibacron Brilliant Blue FN–G.

Sec. 1109. Cibacron Scarlet LS–2G HC.

Sec. 1110. MUB 738 INT.

Sec. 1111. Fenbuconazole.

Sec. 1112. 2,6-dichlorotoluene.

Sec. 1113. 3-amino-3-methyl-1-pentyne.

Sec. 1114. Triazamate.

Sec. 1115. Methoxyfenozide.

Sec. 1116. 1-fluoro-2-nitro benzene.

Sec. 1117. PHBA.

Sec. 1118. THQ (toluhydroquinone).

Sec. 1119. Certain chemical compounds.

Sec. 1120. Certain compound optical microscopes.

Sec. 1121. Certain cathode-ray tubes.

Sec. 1122. Other cathode-ray tubes.

Sec. 1123. Certain categories of raw cotton.

Sec. 1124. Rhinovirus drugs.

Sec. 1125. Butralin.

Sec. 1126. Branched dodecylbenzene.

Sec. 1127. A certain fluorinated compound.

Sec. 1128. A certain light absorbing photo dye.

Sec. 1129. Filter blue green photo dye.

Sec. 1130. Certain light absorbing photo dyes.

Sec. 1131. 4,4′-difluorobenzophenone.

Sec. 1132. A certain fluorinated compound.

Sec. 1133. DiTMP.

Sec. 1134. EBP.

Sec. 1135. HPA.

Sec. 1136. APE.

Sec. 1137. TMPDE.

Sec. 1138. TMPME.

Sec. 1139. Tungsten concentrates.

Sec. 1140. 2 chloro amino toluene.

Sec. 1141. Certain ion-exchange resin.

Sec. 1142. 11-aminoundecanoic acid.

Sec. 1143. Dimethoxy butanone (dmb).

Sec. 1144. Dichloro aniline (dca).

Sec. 1145. Diphenyl sulfide.

Sec. 1146. Trifluralin.

Sec. 1147. Diethyl imidazolidinnone (dmi).

Sec. 1148. Ethalfluralin.

Sec. 1149. Benfluralin.

Sec. 1150. 3-amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4–triazole (amt).

Sec. 1151. Diethyl phosphorochoridothiate (depct).

Sec. 1152. Refined quinoline.

Sec. 1153. DMDS.

Sec. 1154. Vision inspection systems.

Sec. 1155. Anode presses.

Sec. 1156. Trim and form.

Sec. 1157. Certain assembly machines.

Sec. 1158. Thionyl chloride.

Sec. 1159. Benzyl carbazate (dt–291).

Sec. 1160. Tralkoxydim formulated (‘‘achieve’’).

Sec. 1161. KN002.

Sec. 1162. KL084.

Sec. 1163. IN–N5297.

Sec. 1164. Azoxystrobin formulated.

Sec. 1165. Fungaflor 500 EC.

Sec. 1166. NORBLOC 7966.

Sec. 1167. IMAZALIL.

Sec. 1168. 1,5- dichloroanthraquinone.

Sec. 1169. Ultraviolet dye.

Sec. 1170. Vinclozolin.

Sec. 1171. Tepraloxydim.

Sec. 1172. Pyridaben.

Sec. 1173. 2-acetylnicotinic acid.

Sec. 1174. SAMe.

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Sec. 1175. Procion Crimson H-EXL.

Sec. 1176. Dispersol Crimson SF Grains.

Sec. 1177. Procion Navy H-EXL.

Sec. 1178. Procion Yellow H-EXL.

Sec. 1179. Ortho-phenyl phenol (‘‘OPP’’).

Sec. 1180. 2-methoxypropene.

Sec. 1181. 3,5-difluroaniline.

Sec. 1182. Quinclorac.

Sec. 1183. Dispersol Black XF Grains.

Sec. 1184. Fluroxypyr 1-methylheptyl ester (FME).

Sec. 1185. Solsperse 17260.

Sec. 1186. Solsperse 17000.

Sec. 1187. Solsperse 5000.

Sec. 1188. Certain taed chemicals.

Sec. 1189. Isobornyl acetate.

Sec. 1190. Solvent Blue 124.

Sec. 1191. Solvent Blue 104.

Sec. 1192. Pro-jet magenta 364 stage.

Sec. 1193. Benzenesulfonamide,4-amino-2,5-dimethoxy-n-phenyl.

Sec. 1194. Undecylenic acid.

Sec. 1195. 2-methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid.

Sec. 1196. Iminodisuccinate.

Sec. 1197. Iminodisuccinate salts and aqueous solutions.

Sec. 1198. Poly (vinylchloride) (PVC) self-adhesive sheets.

Sec. 1199. BEPD 2-butyl-2-ethylpropanediol.

Sec. 1200. Cyclohexade-8-en-1-one.

Sec. 1201. A paint additive chemical.

Sec. 1202. Ortho-cumyl-octylphenol (OCOP).

Sec. 1203. Certain polyamides.

Sec. 1204. Mesamoll.

Sec. 1205. Vulkalent E/C.

Sec. 1206. Baytron M.

Sec. 1207. Baytron C–R.

Sec. 1208. Baytron P.

Sec. 1209. Dimethyl dicarbonate.

Sec. 1210. KN001 (a hydrochloride).

Sec. 1211. Methyl thioglycolate.

Sec. 1212. KL540.

Sec. 1213. DPC 083.

Sec. 1214. DPC 961.

Sec. 1215. Sodium petroleum sulfonate.

Sec. 1216. Pro-Jet Cyan 1 Press Paste.

Sec. 1217. Pro-Jet Black Alc Powder.

Sec. 1218. Pro-Jet Fast Yellow 2 RO Feed.

Sec. 1219. Solvent Yellow 145.

Sec. 1220. Pro-Jet Fast Magenta 2 RO Feed.

Sec. 1221. Pro-Jet Fast Cyan 2 Stage.

Sec. 1222. Pro-Jet Cyan 485 Stage.

Sec. 1223. Triflusulfuron methyl formulated product.

Sec. 1224. Pro-Jet Fast Cyan 3 Stage.

Sec. 1225. Pro-Jet Cyan 1 RO Feed.

Sec. 1226. Pro-Jet Fast Black 287 NA Paste/Liquid Feed.

Sec. 1227. 4-(Cyclopropyl-α-hydroxy-methylene)-3,5-dioxo-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester.

Sec. 1228. 4’-epimethylamino-4’-deoxyavermectin b1a and b1b benozates.

Sec. 1229. Formulations containing 2-[4-[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-pyridinyl)oxy]-phenoxy]-2-propynyl ester.

Sec. 1230. Certain end-use products containing benzenesulfonamide, 2-(2-chloro- ethoxy)n-[[4methoxy-6-methyl1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino]carbonyl]- and 3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid.

Sec. 1231. Methyl (e, e)-a-(methoxyimino)-2- [[[[1- [3- (trifluoromethyl) phenyl] ethylidene] oxy] methyl]

benzeneacetate.

Sec. 1232. Formulations containing sulfur.

Sec. 1233. Formulations containing 3-(6-methoxy-4-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-1-[2-(2-chloro-ethoxy)-

phenylsulfonyl]-urea.

Sec. 1234. Formulations containing 4-cyclopropyl-6-methyl-n-phenyl-2-pyrimidinamine-4-(2,2-difluoro-1,3-

benzodioxol-4-yl)-1H-pyrrole-3-carbonitrile.

Sec. 1235. (r)-2-[2,6-dimethylphenyl)-methoxyacetyl-amino]-propionic acid methyl ester.

Sec. 1236. Formulations containing benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic acid S-methyl ester.

Sec. 1237. Benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic acid S-methyl ester.

Sec. 1238. O-(4-bromo-2-chlorophenyl)-o-ethyl-s-propyl phosphorothioate.

Sec. 1239. 1-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-4-propyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl] methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazole.

Sec. 1240. Tetrahydro-3-methyl-n-nitro-5[[2-phenylthio)-5-thiazolyl]-4-h-1,3,5-oxadiazin-4-imine.

Sec. 1241. 1-(4-methoxy-6-methyl-triazin-2-yl)-3-[2-(3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)-phenylsulfonyl]-urea.

Sec. 1242. 1,2,4-triazin-3(2H)one, 4,5-dihydro-6-methyl-4-[(3-pyridinyl methylene)amino].

Sec. 1243. 4-(2,2-difluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4-yl)-1H-pyrrole-3-carbonitrile.

Sec. 1244. Nicosulfuron formulated product (‘‘accent’’).

Sec. 1245. Fipronil technical.

Sec. 1246. Monochrome glass envelopes.

Sec. 1247. Ceramic coater.

Sec. 1248. Pro-jet black 263 stage.

Sec. 1249. Pro-jet fast black 286 paste.

Sec. 1250. Certain steam or other vapor generating boilers used in nuclear facilities.

CHAPTER 2—EXISTING DUTY SUSPENSIONS AND REDUCTIONS

Sec. 1301. Extension of certain existing duty suspensions and reductions.

Sec. 1302. Extension of, and other modifications to, existing duty reductions.

Subtitle B—Other Tariff Provisions

CHAPTER 1—LIQUIDATION OR RELIQUIDATION OF CERTAIN ENTRIES

Sec. 1401. Certain telephone systems.

Sec. 1402. Color television receiver entries.

Sec. 1403. Copper and brass sheet and strip.

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Sec. 1404. Antifriction bearings.

Sec. 1405. Other antifriction bearings.

CHAPTER 2—SPECIAL CLASSIFICATION RELATING TO PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING

Sec. 1411. Short title.

Sec. 1412. Findings; purpose.

Sec. 1413. Amendments to Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.

Sec. 1414. Entry procedures.

Sec. 1415. Effective date.

CHAPTER 3—PROHIBITION ON IMPORTATION OF PRODUCTS MADE WITH DOG OR CAT FUR

Sec. 1421. Short title.

Sec. 1422. Findings and purposes.

Sec. 1423. Prohibition on importation of products made with dog or cat fur.

CHAPTER 4—MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Sec. 1431. Alternative mid-point interest accounting methodology for underpayment of duties and fees.

Sec. 1432. Exception from making report of arrival and formal entry for certain vessels.

Sec. 1433. Designation of San Antonio International Airport for customs processing of certain private aircraft

arriving in the United States.

Sec. 1434. International travel merchandise.

Sec. 1435. Change in rate of duty of goods returned to the United States by travelers.

Sec. 1436. Treatment of personal effects of participants in international athletic events.

Sec. 1437. Collection of fees for Customs services for arrival of certain ferries.

Sec. 1438. Establishment of drawback based on commercial interchangeability for certain rubber vulcanization

accelerators.

Sec. 1439. Exemption from import prohibition.

Sec. 1440. Cargo inspection.

Sec. 1441. Treatment of certain multiple entries of merchandise as single entry.

Sec. 1442. Report on Customs procedures.

Subtitle C—Effective Date

Sec. 1451. Effective date.

TITLE II—OTHER TRADE PROVISIONS

Sec. 2001. Trade adjustment assistance for certain workers affected by environmental remediation or closure

of a copper mining facility.

TITLE I—TARIFF PROVISIONS

SEC. 1001. REFERENCE.

Except as otherwise expressly provided, whenever in this title an amendment or

repeal is expressed in terms of an amendment to, or repeal of, a chapter, subchapter, note, additional U.S. note, heading, subheading, or other provision, the reference shall be considered to be made to a chapter, subchapter, note, additional U.S.

note, heading, subheading, or other provision of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of

the United States (19 U.S.C. 3007).

Subtitle A—Temporary Duty Suspensions and

Reductions

CHAPTER 1—NEW DUTY SUSPENSIONS AND REDUCTIONS

SEC. 1101. HIV/AIDS DRUGS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.32.98 [4R-

[3(2S*,3S*),

4R*]]-3-[2-Hydroxy-3-[(3-

hydroxy-2-

methyl benzoyl)amino]-1-

oxo-4-phenylbutyl]-5,5-dimethyl-N-[(2-

methylphenyl)methyl]-4-

thiazolidinecarboxamide

(CAS No.

186538–00–1)

(provided for

in subheading

2930.90.90) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1102. HIV/AIDS DRUGS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.99 5-[(3,5-

Dichlorophenyl)-thio]-4-(1-

methylethyl)-

1-(4-

pyridinylmethyl)-1H-imidazole-2-methanol carbamate (CAS

No. 178979–

85–6) (provided for in

subheading

2933.39.61) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1103. TRIACETONEAMINE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.80 2,2,6,6-

Tetramethyl4-

piperidinone

2,2,6,6 (CAS

No. 826–36–

8) (provided

for in subheading

2933.39.61) .. Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1104. INSTANT PRINT FILM IN ROLLS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.37.02 Instant print

film in rolls

(provided for

in subheading

3702.20.00) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1105. COLOR INSTANT PRINT FILM.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.37.01 Instant print

film of a kind

used for color

photography

(provided for

in subheading

3701.20.00) ... 2.8% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1106. MIXTURES OF SENNOSIDES AND MIXTURES OF SENNOSIDES AND THEIR SALTS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.75 Mixtures of

sennosides

and mixtures

of sennosides

and their

salts (provided for in

subheading

2938.90.00) .. Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1107. CIBACRON RED LS–B HC.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.04 Reactive red

270 (CAS No.

155522–05–7)

(provided for

in subheading

3204.16.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1108. CIBACRON BRILLIANT BLUE FN–G.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.88 6,13-Dichloro-3,10-bis[[2-

[[4-fluoro-6-[(2-

sulfonyl)amino]-1,3,5-

triazin-2-

yl]amino]propyl]-

amino]4,11-

triphenodioxazinedisulfonic acid, lithium

sodium salt (CAS No.

163062–28–0) (provided

for in subheading

3204.16.30) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1109. CIBACRON SCARLET LS–2G HC.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.86 Reactive re 268 (CAS No.

152397–21–2) (provided

for in subheading

3204.16.30) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1110. MUB 738 INT.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.91 2-Amino-4(4-

aminobenzoylamino)-

benzenesulfonic Acid

(CAS No. 167614–37–1)

(provided for in subheading 2924.29.70) ......... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

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SEC. 1111. FENBUCONAZOLE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.87 α-(2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-

ethyl)-α-phenyl-1H-1,2,4-

triazole-1-propanenitrile

(Fenbuconazole) (CAS No.

114369–43–6) (provided

for in subheading

2933.90.06) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1112. 2,6-DICHLOROTOLUENE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.82 2,6-Dichlorotoluene (CAS

No. 118–69–4) (provided

for in subheading

2903.69.70) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1113. 3-AMINO-3-METHYL-1-PENTYNE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.84 3-Amino-3-methyl-1-

pentyne (CAS No. 1869–

96–5) (provided for in

subheading 2921.19.60) .. Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1114. TRIAZAMATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.89 Acetic acid, [[1-

[(dimethylamino)carbonyl]-3-(1,1-

dimethylethyl)-1H-1,2,4-

triazol-5-yl]thio]-, ethyl

ester (CAS No. 112143–

82–5) (provided for in

subheading 2933.90.17) ... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1115. METHOXYFENOZIDE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.93 Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy2-methyl-,2-(3,5-dimethylbenzoyl)-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)hydrazide (CAS No.

161050–58–4) (provided

for in subheading

2928.00.25) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1116. 1-FLUORO-2-NITRO BENZENE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.04 1-Fluoro-2-

nitro-benzene

(CAS No.

001493–27–2)

(provided for

in subheading

2904.90.30) ... Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

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SEC. 1117. PHBA.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.03 p-Hydroxybenzoic acid

(CAS No. 99–

96–7) (provided for in

subheading

2918.29.22) ... Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1118. THQ (TOLUHYDROQUINONE).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.05 Toluhydroquinone, (CAS

No. 95–71–6)

(provided for

in subheading

2907.29.90) ... Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1119. CERTAIN CHEMICAL COMPOUNDS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.19.80 2,4-

Dicumylphenol (CAS No.

2772–45–4)

(provided for

in subheading

2907.19.20 or

2907–19–80) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1120. CERTAIN COMPOUND OPTICAL MICROSCOPES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.98.07 Compound optical microscopes: whether or not

stereoscopic

and whether

or not provided with a

means for

photographing

the image; especially designed for

semiconductor

inspection;

with full encapsulation of

all moving

parts above

the stage;

meeting

‘‘cleanroom

class 1’’ criteria; having

a horizontal

distance between the optical axis and

C-shape microscope

stand of 8′′ or

more; and

fitted with

special microscope stages

having a lateral movement range of

6′′ or more in

each direction

and containing special sample

holders for

semiconductor

wafers, devices, and

masks (provided for in

heading

9011.20.80) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1121. CERTAIN CATHODE-RAY TUBES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.85.42 Cathode-ray

data/graphic

display tubes,

color, with a

less than 90

degree deflection (provided

for in subheading

8540.60.00) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1122. OTHER CATHODE-RAY TUBES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.85.41 Cathode-ray data/graphic

display tubes, color, with

a phosphor dot screen

pitch smaller than 0.4

mm, and with a less than

90 degree deflection (provided for in subheading

8540.40.00) ....................... 1% No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1123. CERTAIN CATEGORIES OF RAW COTTON.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new headings:

‘‘ 9902.52.01 Cotton, not

carded or

combed, having a staple

length under

31.75 mm

(11⁄4 inches),

described in

general note

15 of the tariff schedule

and entered

pursuant to

its provisions

(provided for

in subheading

5201.00.22) .. Free No change No change 12/31/2003

9902.52.03 Cotton, not

carded or

combed, having a staple

length under

31.75 mm

(11⁄4 inches),

described in

additional

U.S. note 7

of chapter 52

and entered

pursuant to

its provisions

(provided for

in subheading

5201.00.34) .. Free No change No change 12/31/2003

’’.

SEC. 1124. RHINOVIRUS DRUGS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.32.97 (2E, 4S)-

4(((2R,5S)-2-

((4-

Fluorophenyl)-methyl)-6-

methyl-5-(((5-

methyl-3-

isoxazolyl)-

carbonyly)amino)-1,4-

dioxoheptyl)-

amino)-5-

((3S)-2-oxo-3-

pyrrolidinyl)-

2-pentenoic

acid, ethyl

ester (CAS

No. 223537–

30–2) (provided for in

subheading

2934.90.39) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1125. BUTRALIN.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.00 N-sec-Butyl-4-

tert-butyl-2,6-

dinitroaniline

(CAS No.

33629–47–9)

or preparations thereof

(provided for

in subheading

2921.42.90 or

3808.31.15) ... Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1126. BRANCHED DODECYLBENZENE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.01 Branched

dodecylbenzenes (CAS No.

123–01–3)

(provided for

in subheading

2902.90.30) ... Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1127. A CERTAIN FLUORINATED COMPOUND.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.96 (4-Fluorophenyl)-[3-[(4-

fluorophenyl) ethynylphenyl]methanone (provided for in subheading

2914.70.40) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1128. A CERTAIN LIGHT ABSORBING PHOTO DYE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.29.55 4-Chloro-3-[4-[4-

(dimethylamino)phenyl]methylene-4,5-

dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo1H-pyrazol-1-1-

yl]benzenesulfonic acid,

compound with pyridine

(1:1) (CAS No. 160828–

81–9) (provided for in

subheading 2934.90.90) ... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1129. FILTER BLUE GREEN PHOTO DYE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.62 Iron chloro5,6-diamino1,3-

naphthalenedisulfonate

complexes

(CAS No.

85187–44–6)

(provided for

in subheading

2942.00.10) .. Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1130. CERTAIN LIGHT ABSORBING PHOTO DYES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

13

‘‘ 9902.29.34 4-[4-[3-[4-(Dimethylamino)phenyl]-

2-propenylidene]-4,5-

dihydro- 3-methyl-5-

oxo-1H-pyrazol- 1-yl]-

benzenesulfonic acid,

compound with N,Ndiethylethanamine

(1:1) (CAS No.

109940–17–2); 4-[3-

[3-Carboxy- 5-hydroxy-1- (4-

sulfophenyl)-1H- pyrazole-4-yl]-2-

propenylidene]-4,5-

dihydro-5-oxo- 1-(4-

sulfophenyl)-1H- pyrazole-3-carboxylic

acid, sodium salt,

compound with N,Ndiethylethanamine

(CAS No. 90066–12–

9); 4-[4,5-Dihydro-4-

[5-hydroxy-3-methyl1-(4-sulfophenyl)-1H

pyrazol-4-yl] methylene-3- methyl-5-oxo1H-pyrazol-1-yl]-

benzenesulfonic acid,

dipotassium salt

(CAS No. 94266–02–

1); 4-[4-[[4-

(Dimethylamino)-

phenyl]methylene]-

4,5- dihydro-3-

methyl- 5-oxo-1Hpyrazol-l-yl] benzenesulfonic acid, potassium salt (CAS No.

27268–31–1); 4,5-

Dihydro-5-oxo- 4-

[(phenylamino) methylene]-1-(4-

sulfophenyl)-1H- pyrazole-3-carboxylic

acid, disodium salt;

and 4-[5-[3- Carboxy5- hydroxy-1- (4-

sulfophenyl)- 1H-pyrazole-4-yl]- 2,4-

pentadienylidene]-

4,5-dihydro-5- oxo-1-

(4-sulfophenyl)- 1Hpyrazole-3-carboxylic

acid, tetrapotassium

salt (CAS No.

134863–74–4) (all of

the foregoing provided for in subheading 2933.19.30) .. Free No change No change On or before 12/31/

2003 ’’.

SEC. 1131. 4,4′-DIFLUOROBENZOPHENONE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.85 Methanone, bis(4-

fluorophenyl)- (CAS No.

345–92–6) (provided for

in subheading 2914.70.40) Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1132. A CERTAIN FLUORINATED COMPOUND.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.87 Methanone, (4-

fluorophenyl)phenyl-(CAS

No. 345–83–5) (provided

for in subheading

2914.70.40) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1133. DiTMP.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

14

‘‘ 9902.32.10 Di-trimethylolpropane

(DiTMP) (CAS No.

23235–61–2 (provided for

in subheading 2909.49.60) Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1134. EBP.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.52 2-Ethyl-2-butyl-1,3-

propanediol (CAS No.

115–84–4) (provided for

in subheading 2905.39.90) Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1135. HPA.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.09 Hydroxypivalic acid

(HPA) (CAS No. 4835–

90–9) (provided for in

subheading 2918.19.90) ... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1136. APE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.15 Allyl pentaerythritol

(CAS No. 1471–18–7)

(provided for in subheading 2909.49.60) ......... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1137. TMPDE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.58 Trimethylolpropane

diallylether (CAS No.

682–09–7) (provided for

in subheading 2909.49.60) Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1138. TMPME.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.59 Trimethylolpropane

monoallyl ether (TMPME)

(provided for in subheading 2909.49.60) ......... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1139. TUNGSTEN CONCENTRATES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.26.11 Tungsten concentrates

(provided for

in subheading

2611.00.60) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1140. 2 CHLORO AMINO TOLUENE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

15

‘‘ 9902.29.62 2 Chloro Amino Toluene

(CAS No. 95–74–9) (provided for in subheading

2921.43.80) ....................... Free No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1141. CERTAIN ION-EXCHANGE RESIN.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.39.30 Ion-exchange

resin, comprising a copolymer of 2-

propenenitrile

with

diethenylbenzene,

ethenylethylbenzene and

1,7-octadiene,

hydrolyzed

(CAS No.

130353–60–5)

(provided for

in subheading

3914.00.60) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003

‘‘ 9902.39.31 Ion-exchange

resin, comprising a copolymer of 2-

propenenitrile

with 1,2,4-

triethenylcyclohexane,

hydrolyzed

(CAS No.

109961–42–4)

(provided for

in subheading

3914.00.60) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003

‘‘ 9902.39.32 Ion-exchange

resin, comprising a copolymer of 2-

propenenitrile

with

diethenylbenzene,

hydrolyzed

(CAS No.

135832–76–7)

(provided for

in subheading

3914.00.60) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1142. 11-AMINOUNDECANOIC ACID.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.49 11-Aminoundecanoic acid

(CAS No. 2432–99–7)

(provided for in subheading 2922.49.40) ......... 1.6% No change No change On or before

12/31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1143. DIMETHOXY BUTANONE (DMB).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

16

‘‘ 9902.29.16 4,4-

Dimethoxy2-butanone

(CAS No.

5436–21–5)

(provided

for in subheading

2914.50.50) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1144. DICHLORO ANILINE (DCA).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.17 2,6-dichloro

aniline (2,6-

dichlorobenzenamine)

(CAS No.

608–31–1)

(provided

for in subheading

2921.42.90) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1145. DIPHENYL SULFIDE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.06 Diphenyl

sulfide (CAS

No. 139–66–

2) (provided

for in subheading

2930.90.29) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1146. TRIFLURALIN.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.02 2,6-dinitroN, Ndipropyl-4-

(trifloromethyl)

benzenamine; alpha,

alpha,

alpha,-

trifloro-2-6-

dinitro-p-toluidine)

(CAS No.

1582–09–8)

(provided

for in subheading

2921.43.15) 5% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1147. DIETHYL IMIDAZOLIDINNONE (DMI).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

17

‘‘ 9902.29.26 1,3-

Diethyl-2-

imidazolidinone (N,

NDimethylethylene

urea) (CAS

No.80–73–

9) (provided for in

subheading

2933.29.90) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1148. ETHALFLURALIN.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.34 N-ethyl-N-

(2methyl-2-

propenyl)-

2,6-dinitro4-

(trifloromethyl)

benzenamine (CAS No.

55283–68–6)

(provided

for in subheading

2921.43.80) 7.9% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1149. BENFLURALIN.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.59 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.59 Benfluralin,

N-but-Nethyl-2,6-

dinitro-4-

(trifluoromethyl

benzenamine; N-butylN-ethylalpha,

alpha, alpha

trifluoro-2-

6-dinitro-ptoluidine

(CAS No.

5436–2–5,

1861–40–1)

(as provided

for in subheading

2921.43.80),

12.6 percent

ad valorem Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1150. 3-AMINO-5-MERCAPTO-1,2,4–TRIAZOLE (AMT).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

18

‘‘ 9902.29.08 3-amino-5-

mercapto1,2,4-triazole (CAS

No. 16691–

43–3) (provided for in

subheading

2933.90.97) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1151. DIETHYL PHOSPHOROCHORIDOTHIATE (DEPCT).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.58 O,O-Diethyl

phosphorochoridothiate

(CAS No.

2524–04–1)

(provided

for in subheading

2920.10.50) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1152. REFINED QUINOLINE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.61 refined

quinoline (1-

benzazine;

benzo(b)

pyridine)

(CAS No.

91–22–5)

(provided

for in subheading

2933.40.70) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1153. DMDS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.33.92 2,2-

dithiobis(8-

fluoro-5-

methoxy)[1,2,4]

triazolo[1,5-

c] pyrimidine (CAS

No. 166524–

74–9) (provided for in

subheading

2933.59.95) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1154. VISION INSPECTION SYSTEMS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

19

‘‘ 9902.90.20 Vision inspection systems of a

kind used

for physical

inspection of

automatic

capacitors

(provided

for in subheadings

9031.49.90

and

9031.80.80) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1155. ANODE PRESSES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.84.21 Anode

presses for

pressing

tantalum

powder into

anodes (provided for in

subheading

8479.89.97) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1156. TRIM AND FORM.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.84.40 Trim and

form for

forming capacitor

leads (provided for in

subheadings

8462.21.80,

8462.29.80,

and

8463.30.00) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1157. CERTAIN ASSEMBLY MACHINES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.84.30 Assembly

machines

for assembling processed anodes to lead

frames (provided for in

subheading

8479.89.97) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1158. THIONYL CHLORIDE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.28.01 Thionyl chloride (CAS No.

7719–09–7)

(provided for

in subheading

2812.10.50) ... Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

20

SEC. 1159. BENZYL CARBAZATE (DT–291).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.96 Phenylmethyl

hydrazinecarboxylate

(CAS No.

5331–43–1)

(provided

for in subheading

2928.00.25) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1160. TRALKOXYDIM FORMULATED (‘‘ACHIEVE’’).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new headings:

‘‘ 9902.29.62 2-[1-

(Ethoxyimino)- propyl]-

3-hydroxy5-(2,4,6-

trimethylphenyl)-2-

cyclohexen1-one

(Tralkoxydim) (CAS No.

87820–88–0)

(provided

for in subheading

2925.20.60) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003

9902.06.01 Mixtures of

2-[1-

(Ethoxyimino)- propyl]-

3-hydroxy5-(2,4,6-

trimethylphenyl)-2-

cyclohexen1-one

(Tralkoxydim) (CAS No.

87820–88–0)

and application adjuvants (provided for in

subheading

3808.30.15) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1161. KN002.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.63 1-

piperidinecarboxylic acid,

2-[(2,4-

dichloro-5-

hydroxyphenyl)hydrazono]-

, methyl ester

(CAS No.

159393–46–1)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.39.61) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

21

SEC. 1162. KL084.

(a) CALENDAR YEAR 2000.—Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting

in the numerical sequence the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.69 2-imino-1-methoxycarbonyl-piperidine

hydrochloride

(CAS No.

159393–48–3)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.39.61) ... 5.4% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2000 ’’.

(b) CALENDAR YEAR 2001.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.29.30, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘5.4%’’ and inserting ‘‘4.7%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2000’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2001’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2001.

(c) CALENDAR YEAR 2002.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.29.30, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘4.7%’’ and inserting ‘‘4.0%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2001’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2002’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2002.

(d) CALENDAR YEAR 2003.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.29.30, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘4.0%’’ and inserting ‘‘3.3%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2002’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2003’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2003.

SEC. 1163. IN–N5297.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.35 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.35 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)

Benzylsulfonamide

(CAS No.

59777–72–9)

(provided

for in subheading

2935.00.75) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1164. AZOXYSTROBIN FORMULATED.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.01 Methyl(E)-(2-[6-

(2-

cyanophonoxy)pyrimidin-4-

yloxy]pkhenyl)-

3-

methoxyacrylate (CAS No.

131860–33–8)

(provided for in

subheading

3808.20.15) ....... 5.7% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

22

SEC. 1165. FUNGAFLOR 500 EC.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.09 Mixtures of

enilconazole

(CAS No.

73790-28-0)

and application adjuvants

(provided for

in subheading

3808.20.15) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1166. NORBLOC 7966.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.22 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.22 2-(2’-Hydroxy-5-

methacrylyloxyethylphenyl)-

2Hbenzotriazole

(CAS No.

96478–09–0)

(provided for in

subheading

2933.90.79) ....... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1167. IMAZALIL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.10 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.10 Enilconazole

(CAS No.

35554–44–-0

and 73790–

28–0) (provided for in

subheading

2933.29.35) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1168. 1,5- DICHLOROANTHRAQUINONE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.14 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.14 1,5- Dichloroanthraquinone (CAS No.

82–46–2) (provided for in

subheading

2914.70.40) ... Free Free No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1169. ULTRAVIOLET DYE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.17 9-Anthracenecarboxylic

acid,

(triethoxysilyl) methyl

ester (provided for in

subheading

2931.00.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1170. VINCLOZOLIN.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

23

‘‘ 9902.38.20 3-(3,5-

dichlorophenyl)-5-ethenyl5-methyl-2,4-

oxazolidinedione (CAS No.

50471–44–8)

(provided for

in subheading

3808.20.15) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1171. TEPRALOXYDIM.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.64 (E)-2-[1-[[(3-

chloro-2-propenyl) oxy]

imino] propyl]

-3-hydroxy-5

(tetrahydro2H-pyran-4-

yl)-2-cyclohexen-1 -one

(CAS No.

149979–41–9)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.99.20) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1172. PYRIDABEN.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.30 2-tert-butyl-5-

(4-tert-butylbenzylthio)-4-

chloropyridazin3(2H)-one

(CAS No.

96489–71–3)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.90.17) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1173. 2-ACETYLNICOTINIC ACID.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.39 and inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.39 2-

Acetylnicotinic acid (CAS

No. 89942–

59–6) (provided for in

subheading

2933.39.61) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1174. SAMe.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.21.06 Sadenosylmethionine 1.4

butanedisulfonate (CAS No.

29908–03–0)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.59.95) ... 5.5% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

24

SEC. 1175. PROCION CRIMSON H-EXL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.60 1,5-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-

((8-((4—chloro6-((3-(((4-

choloro- 6-((7-

((1,5-disulfo- 2-

naphthalenyl)azo)-8 -hydroxy-3,6-

disulfo-1-

naphthlenyl)amino)-1,3,5-

triazin-2-yl)

amino)methyl)

phenyl)amino)-

1,3,5-triazin-2-

yl)amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-

disulfo-2-

naphthalenyl)azo)-,octa-

(CAS No.

186554–26–7)

(provided for in

subheading

3204.16.30) ....... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1176. DISPERSOL CRIMSON SF GRAINS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.05 A mixture of

Benzo (1,2-

b:4,5-

b′)difuran-2,6-

dione,3-

phenyl-7-(4-

propoxyphenyl)-, (CAS No.

79694–17–0);

Acetic acid (4-

2,6-dihydro2,6-dioxo-7-

phenylbenzo(1,2-b:4,5-

b′)difuran-3-

yl)-phenoxy)-

,2-

ethoxyethyl)

ester (CAS

No. 126877–

05–2); and

Acetic acid (4-

(2,6-dihydro2,6-dioxo-7-(4-

propoxphenyl)benzo(1,2-

b:4,5-

b′)difuran-3-

yl)phenoxy)-

phenoxy)-, 2-

ethoxyethyl

ester (CAS

No. 126877–

06–3) (the

foregoing provided for in

subheading

3204.11.35) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

25

SEC. 1177. PROCION NAVY H-EXL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.09 A mixture of

2,7-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 4-

amino-3,6-

bis[[5-[[4-chloro6-[(2-methyl-4-

sulfophenyl)

amino]-1,3,5-

triazin-2-

yl]amino]-2-

sulfophenyl]azo]-5-hydroxy-,

hexasodium salt

(CAS No.

186554–27–8);

and 1,5-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-

((8-((4-chloro-6-

((3-(((4-chloro-6-

((7-((1,5-disulfo2-

naphthalenyl)azo)-8- hydroxy-3,6-

disulfo-1-

naphthlenyl)amino)- 1,3,5-

triazin-2-yl)

amino)methyl)

phenyl) amino)-

1,3,5- triazin-2-

yl) amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-

disulfo-2-

naphthalenyl)azo)-, octa-

(CAS No.

186554–26–7)

(the foregoing

provided for in

subheading

3204.16.30) ....... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1178. PROCION YELLOW H-EXL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.32.43 and inserting the following new heading:

26

‘‘ 9902.32.43 A mixture of

1,5-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid,

3,3′-((3-methyl

(CAS No.

72906–24–2)

and the 4-methyl compound

-1,2-

phyenylene)bis(imino(6-

chloro-1,3,5-triazine-4,2-

diyl)imino(2-

(acetylamino)-5-

methoxy-4,1-

phenylene)azo))bis-,

tetrasodium

salt (CAS No.

72906–25–3)

(the foregoing

provided for in

subheading

3204.16.30) ....... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1179. ORTHO-PHENYL PHENOL (‘‘OPP’’).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.25 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.25 O-phenyl phenol (CAS No.

90–43–7) (provided for in

subheading

2907.19.80) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/03 ’’.

SEC. 1180. 2-METHOXYPROPENE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.27 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.27 2-Methoxy-1-

Propene (CAS

No. 116–11–0)

(provided for

in subheading

2909.19.18) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1181. 3,5-DIFLUROANILINE.

(a) CALENDAR YEARS 2000 AND 2001.—Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by

striking heading 9902.29.56 and by inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.56 3,5-

Difluroaniline

(CAS No.

372–39–4)

(provided for

in subheading

2921.42.65) ... 7.4% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2001 ’’.

(b) CALENDAR YEAR 2002.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.29.56, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘7.4%’’ and inserting ‘‘6.7%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2001’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2002’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2002.

(c) CALENDAR YEAR 2003.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.29.56, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘6.7%’’ and inserting ‘‘6.3%’’; and

27

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2002’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2003’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2003.

SEC. 1182. QUINCLORAC.

(a) CALENDAR YEARS 2000 AND 2001.—Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by

striking heading 9902.29.47 and by inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.47 3,7-dichloro-8-

quinoline carboxylic acid

(CAS No.

84087–01–4)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.40.30) ... 6.8% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2001 ’’.

(b) CALENDAR YEAR 2002.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.29.47, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘6.8%’’ and inserting ‘‘5.9%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2001’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2002’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2002.

(c) CALENDAR YEAR 2003.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.29.47, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘5.9%’’ and inserting ‘‘5.4%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2002’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2003’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2003.

SEC. 1183. DISPERSOL BLACK XF GRAINS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.32.44 and inserting the following new heading:

28

‘‘ 9902.32.44 A mixture of

Napthalenesulfonic acid,

polymer with

formaldehyde,

sodium salt

(CAS No.

36290–04–7);

.beta.-Alanine, N-(4-((2-

bromo-6-

choloro-4-

nitrophenyl)azo)phenyl)-

N-(3-methoxy3-oxoproply)-,

methyl ester

(CAS No.

59709–38–5);

Ethanol, 2,2′-

((4-((3,5-

dinitro-2-

thienyl)azo)phenyl)

imino)bis-, diacetate (ester)

(CAS No.

42783–06–2);

and .beta.-Alanine, N-(3-

(acetylamino)-

4-((2,4-

dinitrophenly)azo)phenyl)-

N-(3-methoxy3-oxoproply)-,

methyl ester

(CAS No.

42783–06–2);

and (CAS No.

70729–65–6)

(the foregoing

provided for

in subheading

3204.11.35) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1184. FLUROXYPYR 1-METHYLHEPTYL ESTER (FME).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.77 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.77 fluroxypyr 1-

methylheptyl

ester (1-

methylheptyl

4 aminooo3,5-dichloro-6-

fluoro-2-

pyridyloxyacetate (CAS No.

81406–37–3)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.39.25) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1185. SOLSPERSE 17260.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

29

‘‘ 9902.38.29 12-

hydroxyoctadecanoic acid,

reaction product with N,Ndimethyl-1,3-

propanediamine, dimethyl

sulfate,

quaternized,

60 percent solution in toluene (CAS

No. 70879–

66–2) (provided for in

subheading

3824.90.28) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1186. SOLSPERSE 17000.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.02 12-

Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid,

reaction product with N,Ndimethyl, 1,

3-

propanediamine, dimethyl

sulfate,

quasternized

(CAS No.

70879–66–2)

(provided for

in subheading

3824.90.40) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1187. SOLSPERSE 5000.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.03 1-

Octadecanaminium, N,Ndimethyl- N-octadecyl-, (SP-4-

2)- [29H,31Hphthalocyanine2- sulfonate (3-

).kappa.N29,

.kappa.N30,

.kappa.N31,

.kappa.N32]

cuprate(1-)

(CAS No.

70750–63–9)

(provided for in

subheading

3824.90.28) ....... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1188. CERTAIN TAED CHEMICALS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.70 and by

inserting the following new heading:

30

‘‘ 9902.29.70 Tetraacetylethylenediamine (CAS

Nos. 10543–

57–4) (provided for in

subheading

2924.10.10) .... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1189. ISOBORNYL ACETATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.71 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.71 Isobornyl acetate (CAS No.

125–12–2)

(provided for

in subheading

2915.39.45) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1190. SOLVENT BLUE 124.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.73 Solvent Blue

124 (CAS No.

29243–26–3)

(provided for

in subheading

3204.19.20) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1191. SOLVENT BLUE 104.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.72 Solvent Blue

104 (CAS No.

116–75–6)

(provided for

in subheading

3204.19.20) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1192. PRO-JET MAGENTA 364 STAGE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.85.00 5-[4-(4,5-dimethyl-2-

sulfophenylamino)-

6-hydroxy-

[1,3,5-]

triazin-2-yl

amino]-4-hydroxy-3-(1-

sulfonaphthalen-2-

ylazo)-naphthalene-2,7-

disulphonic

acid, sodium/

ammonium

salt (provided

for in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1193. BENZENESULFONAMIDE,4-AMINO-2,5-DIMETHOXY-N-K-PHENYL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.73 and by

inserting the following new heading:

31

‘‘ 9902.29.73 benzensulfonamide,4-

amino-2,5-

dimethoxy-Nphenyl (CAS

No. 52298–

44–9) (provided for in

subheading

2935.00.10) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1194. UNDECYLENIC ACID.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.78 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.78 10-Undecylenic acid

(CAS No.

112–38–9)

(provided for

in subheading

2916.19.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1195. 2-METHYL-4-CHLOROPHENOXYACETIC ACID.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.81 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.81 2-Methyl-4-

chlorophenoxyacetic acid

(CAS No.

9021-09-6)

(provided for

in subheading

2918.90.20) ... 2.6% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1196. IMINODISUCCINATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.83 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.83 Mixtures of

sodium salts

of

iminodisuccinic acid (CAS

No. 144538–

83–0) (provided for in

subheading

2922.49.80) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1197. IMINODISUCCINATE SALTS AND AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.10 Mixtures of

sodium salts

of

iminodisuccinic acid, dissolved in

water (provided for in

subheading

3824.90.90) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1198. POLY (VINYLCHLORIDE) (PVC) SELF-ADHESIVE SHEETS.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

32

‘‘ 9902.39.01 Poly

(vinylchloride)

(PVC) self-adhesive sheets

of a kind used

to make bandages (provided for in

subheading

3919.10.20) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1199. BEPD 2-BUTYL-2-ETHYLPROPANEDIOL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.84 and by

inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.84 BEPD 2-

Butyl-2-

ethylpropanediol (CAS No.

115-84-4)

(provided for

in subheading

2905.39.90) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1200. CYCLOHEXADE-8-EN-1-ONE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.85 Cyclohexade8-en-1-one

(CAS No.

3100–36–5)

(provided for

in subheading

2914.29.50) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1201. A PAINT ADDITIVE CHEMICAL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.33 and inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.33 NCyclopropylN′-(1,1-

dimethylethy)-6-

(methylthio)-

1,3,5-triazine2,4-diamine

(CAS No.

28159–98–0)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.69.60) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1202. ORTHO-CUMYL-OCTYLPHENOL (OCOP).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.86 ortho-cumyloctylphenol

(OCOP) (CAS

No. 73936–

80–8) (provided for in

subheading

2907.19.80) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1203. CERTAIN POLYAMIDES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.39.08 and by

inserting the following new heading:

33

‘‘ 9902.39.08 Micro-porous

ultra fine

spherical

forms of

polyamides 6,

12, and 6/12

powder (provided for in

subheading

3908.10.00) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1204. MESAMOLL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.14 A certain

Alkylsulfonic

Acid Ester of

Phenol (CAS

No. 70775–

94–9) (provided for in

subheading

3812.20.10) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1205. VULKALENT E/C.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.31 A mixture of

N-Phenyl-N-

((trichloromethyl)thio)-

Benzenesulfonamide; calcium carbonate; and

mineral oil

(the foregoing

provided for

in subheading

3824.90.28) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1206. BAYTRON M.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.87 A certain 3,4-

ethylenedioxythiophene

(CAS No.

126213–50–1)

(provided for

in subheading

2934.90.90) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1207. BAYTRON C–R.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.15 A certain

catalytic preparation based

on Iron (III)

toluenesulfonate (CAS No.

77214–82–5)

(provided for

in subheading

3815.90.50) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

34

SEC. 1208. BAYTRON P.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.39.15 A certain mixture of water

and poly(3,4-

ethylenedioxythiophene)- poly

(styrenesulfonate) (cationic)

(CAS No.

155090–83–8)

(provided for

in subheading

3911.90.25) ..... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1209. DIMETHYL DICARBONATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.87 Dimethyl dicarbonate

(CAS No.

4525–33–1)

(provided for

in subheading

2920.90.50) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1210. KN001 (A HYDROCHLORIDE).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.88 2,4-dichloro-5-

hydroxyhydrazine hydrochloride (CAS

No. 189573–

21–5) (provided for in

subheading

2928.00.25) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1211. METHYL THIOGLYCOLATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.90 Methyl

thioglycolate

(CAS No.

2365–48–2)

(provided for

in subheading

2930.90.90) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1212. KL540.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.91 Methyl-4-

trifluoromethoxyphenyl-N-

(chlorocarbonyl) carbamate

(CAS No.

173903–15–6)

(provided for

in subheading

2924.29.70) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

35

SEC. 1213. DPC 083.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.92 (S)-6-chloro3,4-dihydro-4-

Ecyclopropylethenyl-4-

trifluoromethyl-2(1H)-

quinozolinone

(CAS No.

214287–99–7)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.90.46) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1214. DPC 961.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.20.05 (S)-6-chloro3,4-dihydro-4-

cyclopropylethynyl-4-

trifluoromethyl-2(1H)-

quinozolinone

(CAS No.

214287–88–4)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.90.46) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1215. SODIUM PETROLEUM SULFONATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.34.01 Sodium petroleum

sulfonate

(CAS No.

68608-26-4)

(provided for

in subheading

3402.11.50) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1216. PRO-JET CYAN 1 PRESS PASTE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.20 Direct Blue

199 acid (CAS

No. 80146–

12–9) (provided for in

subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1217. PRO-JET BLACK ALC POWDER.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.23 Direct Black

184 (provided

for in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

36

SEC. 1218. PRO-JET FAST YELLOW 2 RO FEED.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.10 Direct Yellow

173 (provided

for in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1219. SOLVENT YELLOW 145.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.46 Solvent Yellow 145 (CAS

No. 27425–

55–4) (provided for in

subheading

3204.19.25) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1220. PRO-JET FAST MAGENTA 2 RO FEED.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.24 Direct Violet

107 (provided

for in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1221. PRO-JET FAST CYAN 2 STAGE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.17 Direct Blue

307 (provided

for in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1222. PRO-JET CYAN 485 STAGE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.25 [(2-hydroxyethylsulfamoyl)sulfophthalocyaninato]

copper (II),

mixed isomers

(provided for

in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1223. TRIFLUSULFURON METHYL FORMULATED PRODUCT.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

37

‘‘ 9902.38.50 Methyl 2-[[[[[-4

(dimethylamino)-6- (2,2,2-

trifluoroethoxy)- 1,3,5-

triazin-2-yl]-

amino] carbonyl]amino]

sulfonyl]-3-

methylbenzoate (CAS No.

126535–15–7)

(provided for in

subheading

3808.30.15) ..... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1224. PRO-JET FAST CYAN 3 STAGE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.64 [29H,31HPhthalocyaninato (2-xN29,

xN30, xN31,

xN32] copper,

[[2-[4-(2-

aminoethyl)-1-

piperazinyl]

ethyl]amino]-

sulfonylaminosulfonyl [(2-

hydroxethyl)amino]

sulfonyl [[2-

[[2-(1-

piperazinyl)

ethyl]-amino)

ethyl]-amino]-

sulfonyl sulfo

derivatives

and their sodium salts

(provided for

in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1225. PRO-JET CYAN 1 RO FEED.

(a) CALENDER YEAR 2000.—Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting

in the numerical sequence the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.65 Copper,

[29H, 31Hphthalocyaninato(2-)-

N29, N30,

N31, N32]-,

aminosulfonyl sulfo

derivs., sodium salts

(CAS No.

80146–12–9)

(provided

for in subheading

3204.14.50) 9.5% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2000 ’’.

(b) CALENDAR YEAR 2001.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.32.02, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘9.5%’’ and inserting ‘‘8.5%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2000’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2001’’.

38

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2001.

(c) CALENDAR YEAR 2002.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.32.02, as added by subsection (a) and amended by subsection (b), is further amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘8.5%’’ and inserting ‘‘7.4%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2001’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2002’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2001.

SEC. 1226. PRO-JET FAST BLACK 287 NA PASTE/LIQUID FEED.

(a) CALENDER YEAR 2000.—Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting

in the numerical sequence the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.67 Direct Black

195 (CAS

No. 160512–

93–6) (provided for in

subheading

3204.14.30) 7.8% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2000 ’’.

(b) CALENDAR YEAR 2001.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.32.03, as added by subsection (a), is

amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘7.8%’’ and inserting ‘‘7.1%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2000’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2001’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2001.

(c) CALENDAR YEAR 2002.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Heading 9902.32.03, as added by subsection (a) and amended by subsection (b), is further amended—

(A) by striking ‘‘7.1%’’ and inserting ‘‘6.4%’’; and

(B) by striking ‘‘On or before 12/31/2001’’ and inserting ‘‘On or before 12/

31/2002’’.

(2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect on January 1, 2001.

SEC. 1227. 4-(CYCLOPROPYL-ù-HYDROXY-METHYLENE)-3,5-DIOXO-CYCLOHEXANECARBOXYLIC

ACID ETHYL ESTER.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.93 4-

(Cyclopropylα-hydroxymethylene)-

3,5-dioxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid

ethyl ester

(CAS No.

95266–40–3)

(provided for

in subheading

2918.90.50) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1228. 4’-EPIMETHYLAMINO-4’-DEOXYAVERMECTIN B1a AND B1b BENOZATES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

39

‘‘ 9902.29.94 4’-

epimethylamino-4’-

deoxyavermectin B1a and

B1b benozates

(CAS No.

137512–74–4)

(provided for

in subheading

2938.90.00) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1229. FORMULATIONS CONTAINING 2-[4-[(5-CHLORO-3-FLUORO-2-PYRIDINYL)OXY]-

PHENOXY]-2-PROPYNYL ESTER.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.51 Propanoic

acid, 2-[4-[(5-

chloro-3-

fluoro-2-

pyridinyl)oxy]-

phenoxy]-2-

propynyl ester

(CAS No.

105512–06–9)

(provided for

in subheading

3808.30.15) ... 3% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1230. CERTAIN ENDUSE PRODUCTS CONTAINING BENZENESULFONAMIDE, 2-(2-CHLORO- ETHOXY)N-

[[4METHOXY-6-METHYL-1,3,5-TRIAZIN-2-YL)AMINO]CARBONYL]- AND 3,6-DICHLORO2-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.21 Certain enduse products

containing

benzenesulfonamide, 2-(2-

chloroethoxy)N-

[[4methoxy-6-

methyl-1,3,5-

triazin-2-

yl)amino] carbonyl]- (CAS

No. 82097–

50–5) and 3,6-

dichloro-2-

methoxybenzoic acid (CAS

No. 1918–00–

9) (the foregoing provided for in

subheading

3808.30.15) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1231. METHYL (E, E)-A-(METHOXYIMINO)-2- [[[[1- [3- (TRIFLUOROMETHYL) PHENYL]

ETHYLIDENE] OXY] METHYL] BENZENEACETATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.41 and inserting the following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.29.41 Benzeneacetic

acid, (E,E)-α-

(-

(methoxyimino) -2[[[[1-[3-

trifluoromethyl) phenyl]

ethylidene]

amino]oxy]

methyl]-,

methyl ester

(CAS No.

141517–21–7)

(provided for

in subheading

2929.90.20) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1232. FORMULATIONS CONTAINING SULFUR.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.13 Formulations

containing

sulfur (CAS

No. 7704–34–

9) (provided

for in subheading

3808.20.50) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1233. FORMULATIONS CONTAINING 3-(6-METHOXY-4-METHYL-1,3,5-TRIAZIN-2-YL)-1-[2-(2-

CHLORO-ETHOXY)-PHENYLSULFONYL]-UREA.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.52 Formulations

containing 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/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1234. FORMULATIONS CONTAINING 4-CYCLOPROPYL-6-METHYL-N-PHENYL-2-

PYRIMIDINAMINE-4-(2,2-DIFLUORO-1,3-BENZODIOXOL-4-YL)-1H-PYRROLE-3-

CARBONITRILE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.53 Formulations

containing 4-

cyclopropyl-6-

methyl-Nphenyl-2-

pyrimidinamine-4-(2,2-

difluoro-1,3-

benzodioxol-4-

yl)-1Hpyrrole-3-

carbonitrile

(CAS No.

131341–86–1)

(provided for

in subheading

3808.20.15) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

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SEC. 1235. (R)-2-[2,6-DIMETHYLPHENYL)-METHOXYACETYL-AMINO]-PROPIONIC ACID METHYL

ESTER.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.27 and inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.27 (R)-2-[2,6-

dimethylphenyl)-

methoxyacetyl-amino]-propionic acid

methyl ester

(CAS No.

69516–34–3)

(provided for

in subheading

2924.29.47) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1236. FORMULATIONS CONTAINING BENZOTHIALDIAZOLE-7-CARBOTHIOIC ACID S-METHYL ESTER.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.22 Formulations

containing

benzothialdiazole-7-

carbothioic

acid S-methyl

ester (CAS

No. 135158–

54–2) (provided for in

subheading

3808.90.08) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1237. BENZOTHIALDIAZOLE-7-CARBOTHIOIC ACID S-METHYL ESTER.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.33 and inserting in numerical sequence the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.33 Benzothialdiazole-7-

carbothioic

acid S-methyl

ester (CAS

No. 135158–

54–2) (provided for in

subheading

2934.90.18) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1238. O-(4-BROMO-2-CHLOROPHENYL)-O-ETHYL-S-PROPYL PHOSPHOROTHIOATE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.30 and inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.30 O-(4-Bromo-2-

chlorophenyl)-

O-ethyl-Spropyl

phosphorothioate (CAS No.

41198–08–7)

(provided for

in subheading

2930.90.10) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1239. 1-[[2-(2,4-DICHLOROPHENYL)-4-PROPYL-1,3-DIOXOLAN-2-YL] METHYL]-1H-1,2,4-TRIAZOLE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.35 and inserting the following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.29.35 1-[[2-(2,4-

dichlorophenyl)-4-propyl1,3-dioxolan2-yl] methyl]-

1H-1,2,4-triazole (CAS

No. 60207–

90–1) (provided for in

subheading

2934.90.12) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1240. TETRAHYDRO-3-METHYL-N-NITRO-5[[2-PHENYLTHIO)-5-THIAZOLYL]-4-H-1,3,5-

OXADIAZIN-4-IMINE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.34 tetrahydro-3-

methyl-Nnitro-5[[2-

phenylthio)-5-

thiazolyl]-4-H1,3,5-

oxadiazin-4-

imine (CAS

No. 192439–

46–6) (provided for in

subheading

2934.10.10) ... 4.3% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1241. 1-(4-METHOXY-6-METHYL-TRIAZIN-2-YL)-3-[2-(3,3,3-TRIFLUOROPROPYL)-

PHENYLSULFONYL]-UREA.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by striking heading 9902.29.40 and inserting the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.40 1-(4-methoxy6-methyltriazin-2-yl)-3-

[2-(3,3,3-

trifluoropropyl)-

phenylsulfonyl]-urea (CAS

No. 94125–

34–5) (provided for in

subheading

2935.00.75) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1242. 1,2,4-TRIAZIN-3(2H)ONE, 4,5-DIHYDRO-6-METHYL-4-[(3-PYRIDINYL METHYLENE)AMINO].

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.96 1,2,4-Triazin3(2H)one, 4,5-

dihydro-6-

methyl-4-[(3-

pyridinyl

methylene)amino]

(CAS No.

123312–89–0)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.69.60) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1243. 4-(2,2-DIFLUORO-1,3-BENZODIOXOL-4-YL)-1H-PYRROLE-3-CARBONITRILE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.29.97 4-(2,2-

difluoro-1,3-

benzodioxol-4-

yl)-1Hpyrrole-3-

carbonitrile

(CAS No.

131341–86–1)

(provided for

in subheading

2934.90.12) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1244. NICOSULFURON FORMULATED PRODUCT (‘‘ACCENT’’).

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.38.69 2-(((((4,6- Dimethoxypyrimi-din-2-yl)

aminocarbonyl))-N,N- dimethyl-3-

pyridinecarboxamide (CAS

No. 111991-09-

4) and application adjuvants

(provided for in

subheading

3808.30.15) ..... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1245. FIPRONIL TECHNICAL.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.29.98 5-amino-1-

[2,6-dichloro4-

(trifluoromethyl)phynyl)-4-

[(trifluoromethyl)sulfinyl]-

1H-pyrazole3-carbonitrile.

(CAS No.

120068–37–3)

(provided for

in subheading

2933.19.23) ... 5% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1246. MONOCHROME GLASS ENVELOPES.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.70.01 Monochrome

glass envelopes (provided for in

subheading

7011.20.40) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1247. CERAMIC COATER.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in the numerical sequence

the following new heading:

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‘‘ 9902.84.00 Ceramic

coater for

laying down

and drying

ceramic

(provided

for in subheading

8479.89.97) Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1248. PRO-JET BLACK 263 STAGE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.74 5-[4-(7-amino1-hydroxy-3-

sulfonaphthalen-2-

ylazo)-2,5-bis-

(2-hydroxyethoxy)-

phenylazo]-

isophthalic

acid, lithium

salt (provided

for in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1249. PRO-JET FAST BLACK 286 PASTE.

Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the

following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.32.44 1,3-

benzenedicarboxylic acid,

5-[[4-[(7-

amino-1-hydroxy-3-sulfo2-

naphthalenyl)azo]-6-sulfo1-

naphthalenyl]azo]-, sodium salt

(CAS No.

201932–24–3)

(provided for

in subheading

3204.14.30) ... Free No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

SEC. 1250. CERTAIN STEAM OR OTHER VAPOR GENERATING BOILERS USED IN NUCLEAR

FACILITIES.

(a) IN GENERAL.—Subchapter II of chapter 99 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the following new heading:

‘‘ 9902.84.02 Watertube

boilers with a

steam production exceeding

45 t per hour,

for use in nuclear facilities

(provided for

in subheading

8402.11.00) ... 4.9% No change No change On or before 12/

31/2003 ’’.

(b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with

respect to goods—

(1) entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption, on or after the

15th day after the date of enactment of this Act; and

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(2) purchased pursuant to a binding contract entered into on or before the

date of the enactment of this Act.

CHAPTER 2—EXISTING DUTY SUSPENSIONS AND REDUCTIONS

SEC. 1301. EXTENSION OF CERTAIN EXISTING DUTY SUSPENSIONS AND REDUCTIONS.

(a) EXISTING DUTY SUSPENSIONS.—Each of the following headings is amended by

striking out the date in the effective period column and inserting ‘‘12/31/2003’’:

(1) Heading 9902.32.12 (relating to DEMT).

(2) Heading 9902.39.07 (relating to a certain polymer).

(3) Heading 9902.29.07 (relating to 4-hexylresorcinol).

(4) Heading 9902.29.37 (relating to certain sensitizing dyes).

(5) Heading 9902.32.07 (relating to certain organic pigments and dyes).

(6) Heading 9902.71.08 (relating to certain semi-manufactured forms of gold).

(7) Heading 9902.33.59 (relating to DPX–E6758).

(8) Heading 9902.33.60 (relating to Rimsulfuron).

(b) EXISTING DUTY REDUCTION.—Heading 9902.29.68 (relating to Ethylene/tetrafluoroethylene copolymer (ETFE)) is amended by striking out the date in the effective period column and inserting ‘‘12/31/2003’’.

SEC. 1302. EXTENSION OF, AND OTHER MODIFICATIONS TO, EXISTING DUTY REDUCTIONS.

(a) CARBAMIC ACID (U-9069).— Heading 9902.33.61 (relating to Carbamic Acid (U–

9069)) is amended—

(1) by striking ‘‘7.6%’’ and inserting ‘‘Free’’; and

(2) by striking the date in the effective period column and inserting ‘‘12/31/

2003’’.

(b) DPX–E9260.— Heading 9902.33.63 (relating to DPX–E9260) is amended—

(1) by striking ‘‘5.3%’’ and inserting ‘‘Free’’; and

(2) by striking the date in the effective period column and inserting ‘‘12/31/

2003’’.

Subtitle B—Other Tariff Provisions

CHAPTER 1—LIQUIDATION OR RELIQUIDATION OF CERTAIN ENTRIES

SEC. 1401. CERTAIN TELEPHONE SYSTEMS.

(a) IN GENERAL.—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 listed in subsection (c), in accordance with the

final decision of the Department of Commerce of February 7, 1990 (case number

A580–803–001).

(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

E85–0001814–6 10/05/89 Miami, FL

E85–0001844–3 10/30/89 Miami, FL

E85–0002268–4 07/21/90 Miami, FL

E85–0002510–9 12/15/90 Miami, FL

E85–0002511–7 12/15/90 Miami, FL

E85–0002509–1 12/15/90 Miami, FL

E85–0002527–3 12/12/90 Miami, FL

E85–0002550–0 12/20/90 Miami, FL

102–0121558–8 12/11/91 Miami, FL

E85–0002654–5 04/08/91 Miami, FL

E85–0002703–0 05/01/91 Miami, FL

E85–0002778–2 06/05/91 Miami, FL

E85–0002909–3 08/05/91 Miami, FL

E85–0002913–5 08/02/91 Miami, FL

102–0120990–4 10/18/91 Miami, FL

102–0120668–6 09/03/91 Miami, FL

102–0517007–8 11/20/91 Miami, FL

102–0122145–3 03/05/91 Miami, FL

102–0121173–6 Miami, FL

102–0121559–6 Miami, FL

E85–0002636–2 Miami, FL

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SEC. 1402. COLOR TELEVISION RECEIVER ENTRIES.

(a) IN GENERAL.—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 listed in subsection (c) in accordance with the

final results of the administrative reviews, covering the periods from April 1, 1989,

through March 31, 1990, and from April 1, 1990, through March 31, 1991, undertaken by the International Trade Administration of the Department of Commerce

for such entries (case number A–583–009).

(b) PAYMENT OF AMOUNTS OWED.—Any amounts owed by the United States pursuant to the liquidation or reliquidation of an entry under subsection (a), with interest provided for by law on the liquidation or reliquidation of entries, 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

509–0210046–5 ................................................................................................ August 18, 1989

815–0908228–5 ................................................................................................ June 25, 1989

707–0836829–8 ................................................................................................ April 4, 1990

707–0836940–3 ................................................................................................ April 12, 1990

707–0837161–5 ................................................................................................ April 25,1990

707–0837231–6 ................................................................................................ May 3, 1990

707–0837497–3 ................................................................................................ May 17, 1990

707–0837498–1 ................................................................................................ May 24, 1990

707–0837612–7 ................................................................................................ May 31, 1990

707–0837817–2 ................................................................................................ June 13, 1990

707–0837949–3 ................................................................................................ June 19, 1990

707–0838712–4 ................................................................................................ August 7, 1990

707–0839000–3 ................................................................................................ August 29, 1990

707–0839234–8 ................................................................................................ September 15, 1990

707–0839284–3 ................................................................................................ September 12, 1990

707–0839595–2 ................................................................................................ October 2, 1990

707–0840048–9 ................................................................................................ November 1, 1990

707–0840049–7 ................................................................................................ November 1, 1990

707–0840176–8 ................................................................................................ November 8, 1990

SEC. 1403. COPPER AND BRASS SHEET AND STRIP.

(a) IN GENERAL.—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 listed in subsection (c).

(b) PAYMENT OF AMOUNTS OWED.—Any amounts owed by the United States pursuant to the liquidation or reliquidation of an entry under subsection (a), with interest accrued from the date of entry, 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 Date of liquidation

110–1197671–6 10/18/86 7/6/92

110–1198090–8 12/19/86 1/23/87

110–1271919–8 11/12/86 11/6/87

110–1272332–3 11/26/86 11/20/87

110–1955373–1 12/16/76 7/26/96

110–1271914–9 11/12/86 11/6/87

110–1279006–6 09/09/87 8/26/88

110–1279699–8 10/06/87 11/6/87

110–1280399–2 11/03/87 12/11/87

110–1280557–5 11/11/87 12/28/87

110–1280780–3 11/24/87 01/29/88

110–1281399–1 12/16/87 2/12/88

110–1282632–4 02/16/78 3/18/88

110–1286027–3 02/26/88 2/16/79

110–1286056–2 02/23/88 2/12/89

719–0736650–5 07/26/77 3/13/92

110–1285877–2 09/08/88 06/02/89

110–1285885–5 09/08/88 06/02/89

110–1285959–8 09/13/88 06/02/89

110–1286057–0 03/01/88 04/01/88

110–1286061–2 03/02/88 02/24/89

110–1286120–6 03/13/88 03/03/89

110–1286122–2 03/13/88 03/03/89

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Entry number Date of entry Date of liquidation

110–1286123–0 03/13/88 03/03/89

110–1286124–8 03/13/88 03/03/89

110–1286133–9 03/20/88 04/15/88

110–1286134–7 03/20/88 04/15/88

110–1286151–1 03/15/88 09/15/89

110–1286194–1 03/22/88 08/24/90

110–1286262–6 04/04/88 06/09/89

110–1286264–2 03/30/88 06/09/89

110–1286293–1 04/09/88 06/02/89

110–1286294–9 04/09/88 06/02/89

110–1286330–1 04/13/88 06/02/89

110–1286332–7 04/13/88 06/02/89

110–1286376–4 04/20/88 06/02/89

110–1286398–8 04/29/88 06/02/89

110–1286399–6 04/29/88 06/02/89

110–1286418–4 05/06/88 06/02/89

110–1286419–2 05/06/88 06/02/89

110–1286465–5 05/13/88 06/02/89

110–1286467–1 05/13/88 06/02/89

110–1286488–7 05/20/88 07/01/88

110–1286489–5 05/20/88 07/01/88

110–1286490–3 05/20/88 07/01/88

110–1286567–8 05/26/78 06/02/89

110–1286578–5 06/03/88 06/02/89

110–1286579–3 06/03/88 06/02/89

110–1286638–7 06/10/88 06/02/89

110–1286683–3 06/16/78 06/02/89

110–1286685–8 06/16/78 06/02/89

110–1286703–9 06/24/88 07/29/88

110–1286725–2 06/24/88 06/02/89

110–1286740–1 07/01/88 06/02/89

110–1286824–3 07/08/88 06/02/89

110–1286863–1 07/20/88 06/02/89

110–1286910–0 07/24/88 06/02/89

110–1286913–4 07/29/88 06/02/89

110–1286942–3 07/26/88 09/09/88

110–1286990–2 08/02/88 06/02/89

110–1287007–4 08/05/88 06/02/89

110–1287058–7 08/09/88 06/02/89

110–1287195–7 09/22/88 06/02/89

110–1287376–3 09/29/88 06/02/89

110–1287377–1 09/29/88 06/02/89

110–1287378–9 09/29/88 06/02/89

110–1287573–5 10/06/88 06/02/89

110–1287581–8 10/06/88 06/02/89

110–1287756–6 10/11/88 06/29/90

110–1287762–4 10/11/88 06/02/89

110–1287780–6 10/14/88 06/02/89

110–1287783–0 10/14/88 06/02/89

110–1287906–7 10/18/88 06/02/89

110–1288061–0 10/25/88 06/02/89

110–1288086–7 10/26/78 06/02/89

110–1288229–3 11/03/88 06/02/89

110–1288370–5 11/08/88 06/29/90

110–1288408–3 11/10/88 06/29/90

110–1288688–0 11/24/88 06/02/89

110–1288692–2 11/24/88 06/02/89

110–1288847–2 11/29/88 06/29/90

110–1289041–1 12/06/78 06/02/89

110–1289248–2 12/22/88 06/02/89

110–1289250–8 12/21/88 06/02/89

110–1289260–7 12/22/88 06/02/89

110–1289376–1 12/29/88 06/02/89

110–1289588–1 01/15/89 06/02/89

110–0935207–8 01/05/90 03/13/92

110–1294738–5 10/31/89 03/20/90

110–1204990–1 06/08/89 09/29/89

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Entry number Date of entry Date of liquidation

11036694146 01/16/71 12/18/92

11036706841 03/06/91 2/19/93

11036725270 05/24/91 2/19/93

110–1231352–1 07/24/88 08/26/88

110–1231359–6 07/31/88 09/09/88

110–1286029–9 02/25/88 03/25/88

110–1286078–6 03/04/88 04/08/88

110–1286079–4 03/04/88 06/29/90

110–1286107–3 03/10/88 04/08/88

110–1286153–7 03/11/88 04/15/88

110–1286154–5 03/16/78 04/22/88

110–1286155–2 03/31/88 04/22/88

110–1286203–0 03/24/88 06/29/90

110–1286218–8 03/18/88 04/22/88

110–1286241–0 03/31/88 03/24/89

110–1286272–5 03/31/88 08/03/90

110–1286278–2 04/04/88 08/03/90

110–1286362–4 04/21/88 06/29/90

110–1286447–3 05/06/88 06/29/90

110–1286448–1 05/06/88 06/29/90

110–1286472–1 05/11/88 06/29/90

110–1286664–3 06/16/88 06/29/90

110–1286666–8 06/16/88 07/13/90

110–1286889–6 07/22/88 08/03/90

110–1286982–9 08/04/88 06/29/90

110–1287022–3 08/11/88 06/29/90

110–1804941–8 05/04/88 07/29/94

037–0022571–1 01/05/89 02/16/79

110–1135050–8 04/01/89 02/19/93

110–1135292–6 04/23/89 02/19/93

110–1135479–9 05/04/89 12/28/92

110–1136014–3 06/01/89 02/19/93

110–1136111–7 06/09/89 02/19/93

110–1136287–5 06/15/89 12/28/92

110–1136678–5 07/14/88 02/19/93

110–1136815–3 07/16/79 12/28/92

110–1137008–4 07/16/79 02/19/93

110–1137010–0 07/28/89 02/19/93

110–1231614–4 12/06/88 02/16/79

110–1231630–0 12/13/88 02/16/79

110–1231666–4 12/30/88 02/16/79

110–1231694–6 01/16/89 03/24/89

110–1231708–4 01/30/89 03/24/89

110–1231767–0 03/12/89 07/14/89

110–1232086–4 07/26/79 12/01/89

110–1287256–7 09/20/88 09/08/89

110–1287285–6 09/22/88 09/15/89

110–1287442–3 09/29/88 06/29/90

110–1287491–0 09/26/78 06/29/90

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SEC. 1404. ANTIFRICTION BEARINGS.

(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 various ports, which are listed in subsection (c), in accordance with the final results

of the administrative reviews, covering the periods from November 9, 1988, through

April 30, 1990, from May 1, 1990, through April 30, 1991, and from May 1, 1991,

through April 30, 1992, conducted by the International Trade Administration of the

Department of Commerce for such entries (Case No. A–427–801).

(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 Entry Date

(1001)016–0112010–6 ...................................................................................... May 26, 1989

(4601)016–0112028–8 ...................................................................................... June 28, 1989

(4601)016–0112126–0 ...................................................................................... December 5, 1989

(4601)016–0112132–8 ...................................................................................... December 18, 1989

(4601)016–0112164–1 ...................................................................................... February 5, 1990

(4601)016–0112229–2 ...................................................................................... April 12, 1990

(4601)016–0112211–0 ...................................................................................... March 21, 1990.

SEC. 1405. OTHER ANTIFRICTION BEARINGS.

(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 various ports, which are listed in subsection (c), in accordance with the final results

of the administrative reviews, covering the periods from November 9, 1988, through

April 30, 1990, from May 1, 1990, through April 30, 1991, and from May 1, 1991,

through April 30, 1992, conducted by the International Trade Administration of the

Department of Commerce for such entries (Case No. A–427–801).

(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 Entry Date

(4601)016–0112223–5 ...................................................................................... April 4, 1990

(4601)710–0225218–8 ...................................................................................... August 24, 1990

(4601)710–0225239–4 ...................................................................................... September 5, 1990

(4601)710–0226079–3 ...................................................................................... May 21, 1991

(1704)J50–0016544–7 ...................................................................................... January 31, 1991

(4601)016–0112237–5 ...................................................................................... April 19, 1990

(4601)710–0226033–0 ...................................................................................... May 7, 1991

(4601)710–0226078–5 ...................................................................................... May 15, 1991

(4601)710–0225181–8 ...................................................................................... August 24, 1990

(4601)710–0225381–4 ...................................................................................... October 3, 1990.

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CHAPTER 2—SPECIAL CLASSIFICATION RELATING TO PRODUCT

DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING

SEC. 1411. SHORT TITLE.

This chapter may be cited as the ‘‘Product Development and Testing Act of 2000’’.

SEC. 1412. FINDINGS; PURPOSE.

(a) FINDINGS.—The Congress finds the following:

(1)(A) A substantial amount of development and testing occurs in the United

States incident to the introduction and manufacture of new products for both

domestic consumption and export overseas.

(B) Testing also occurs with respect to merchandise that has already been introduced into commerce to insure that it continues to meet specifications and

performs as designed.

(2) The development and testing that occurs in the United States incident to

the introduction and manufacture of new products, and with respect to products

which have already been introduced into commerce, represents a significant industrial activity employing highly-skilled workers in the United States.

(3)(A) Under the current laws affecting the importation of merchandise, such

as the provisions of part I of title IV of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1401

et seq.), goods commonly referred to as ‘‘prototypes’’, used for product development testing and product evaluation purposes, are subject to customs duty upon

their importation into the United States unless the prototypes qualify for dutyfree treatment under special trade programs or unless the prototypes are entered under a temporary importation bond.

(B) In addition, the United States Customs Service has determined that the

value of prototypes is to be included in the value of production articles if the

prototypes are the result of the same design and development effort as the articles.

(4)(A) Assessing duty on prototypes twice, once when the prototypes are imported and a second time thereafter as part of the cost of imported production

merchandise, discourages development and testing in the United States, and

thus encourages development and testing to occur overseas, since, in that case,

duty will only be assessed once, upon the importation of production merchandise.

(B) Assessing duty on these prototypes twice unnecessarily inflates the cost

to businesses, thus reducing their competitiveness.

(5) Current methods for avoiding the excessive assessment of customs duties

on the importation of prototypes, including the use of temporary importation entries and obtaining drawback, are unwieldy, ineffective, and difficult for both

importers and the United States Customs Service to administer.

(b) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this chapter is to promote product development and

testing in the United States by permitting the importation of prototypes on a dutyfree basis.

SEC. 1413. AMENDMENTS TO HARMONIZED TARIFF SCHEDULE OF THE UNITED STATES.

(a) HEADING.—Subchapter XVII of Chapter 98 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the following new heading:

‘‘ 9817.85.01 Prototypes to be used exclusively for development, testing,

product evaluation or quality

control purposes .......................... Free The rate applicable in the absence of this

heading ’’.

(b) U.S. NOTE.—The U.S. Notes to subchapter XVII of chapter 98 are amended

by adding at the end the following:

‘‘6. The following provisions apply to heading 9817.85.01:

‘‘(a) The term ‘prototypes’ means originals or models of articles that—

‘‘(i) are either in the preproduction, production, or postproduction stage and are to

be used exclusively for development, testing, product evaluation, or quality control purposes; and

‘‘(ii) in the case of originals or models of articles that are either in the production

or postproduction stage, are associated with a design change from current production (including a refinement, advancement, improvement, development, or

quality control in either the product itself or the means for producing the product).

For purposes of clause (i), automobile racing shall not be considered to be ‘‘development, testing, product evaluation, or quality control.’’.

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‘‘(b)(i) Prototypes (as defined in paragraph (a)) may only be imported in limited noncommercial quantities in accordance with industry practice.

‘‘(ii) Prototypes (as defined in paragraph (a)), or parts of prototypes, may not be sold

(including sale for scrap purposes) after importation into the United States or

be incorporated into other products.

‘‘(c) Articles subject to quantitative restrictions, antidumping orders, or countervailing duty orders, may not be classified as prototypes under this note. Articles

subject to licensing requirements, or which must comply with laws, rules, or

regulations administered by agencies other than the United States Customs

Service before being imported, may be classified as prototypes, provided that

they comply with all applicable provisions of law and otherwise meet the definition of ‘prototypes’ under paragraph (a).’’.

SEC. 1414. ENTRY PROCEDURES.

The Secretary of the Treasury shall establish regulations for the identification of

prototypes at the time of importation into the United States in accordance with the

provisions of this chapter and the amendments made by this chapter.

SEC. 1415. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This chapter, and the amendments made by this chapter, shall apply with respect

to—

(1) an entry of a prototype under heading 9817.85.01, as added by section

1413(a), on or after the date of the enactment of this Act; and

(2) an entry of a prototype (as defined in U.S. Note 6(a) to subchapter XVII

of chapter 98, as added by section 1413(b)) under heading 9813.00.30 for which

liquidation has not become final as of the date of enactment of this Act.

CHAPTER 3—PROHIBITION ON IMPORTATION OF PRODUCTS MADE

WITH DOG OR CAT FUR

SEC. 1421. SHORT TITLE.

This chapter may be cited as the ‘‘Dog and Cat Protection Act of 2000’’.

SEC. 1422. FINDINGS AND PURPOSES.

(a) FINDINGS.—Congress makes the following findings:

(1) An estimated 2,000,000 dogs and cats are slaughtered and sold annually

as part of the international fur trade. Internationally, dog and cat fur is used

in a wide variety of products, including fur coats and jackets, fur trimmed garments, hats, gloves, decorative accessories, stuffed animals, and other toys.

(2) The United States represents one of the largest markets for the sale of

fur and fur products in the world. Market demand for fur products in the

United States has led to the introduction of dog and cat fur products into

United States commerce, frequently based on deceptive or fraudulent labeling

of the products to disguise the true origin of the fur.

(3) Dog and cat fur, when dyed, is not easily distinguishable to persons who

are not experts from other furs such as fox, rabbit, coyote, wolf, and mink, and

synthetic materials made to resemble real fur. Dog and cat fur is generally less

expensive than other types of fur and may be used as a substitute for more expensive types of furs, which provides an incentive to engage in unfair or fraudulent trade practices in the importation, exportation, distribution, or sale of fur

products, including deceptive labeling and other practices designed to disguise

the true contents or origin of the product.

(4) Forensic texts have documented that dog and cat fur products are being

imported into the United States subject to deceptive labels or other practices

designed to conceal the use of dog or cat fur in the production of wearing apparel, toys, and other products.

(5) Publicly available evidence reflects ongoing significant use of dogs and cats

bred expressly for their fur by foreign fur producers for manufacture into wearing apparel, toys, and other products that have been introduced into United

States commerce. The evidence indicates that foreign fur producers also rely on

the use of stray dogs and cats and stolen pets for the manufacture of fur products destined for the world and United States markets.

(6) The methods of housing, transporting, and slaughtering dogs and cats for

fur production are generally unregulated and inhumane.

(7) The trade of dog and cat fur products is ethically and aesthetically abhorrent to United States citizens. Consumers in the United States have a right to

know if products offered for sale contain dog or cat fur and to ensure that they

are not unwitting participants in this gruesome trade.

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tage over persons who engage in legitimate trade in apparel, toys, and other

products, and derive an unfair benefit from consumers who buy their products.

(9) The imposition of a ban on the sale, manufacture, offer for sale, transportation, and distribution of dog and cat fur products, regardless of their source,

is consistent with the international obligations of the United States as it applies

equally to domestic and foreign entities. Such a ban is also consistent with provisions of international agreements to which the United States is a party that

expressly allow for measures designed to protect the health and welfare of animals and to enjoin the use of deceptive trade practices in international or domestic commerce.

(b) PURPOSES.—The purposes of this chapter are to—

(1) prohibit imports, exports, sale, manufacture, offer for sale, transportation,

and distribution in the United States of dog and cat fur products, in order to

ensure that United States market demand does not provide an incentive to

slaughter dogs or cats for their fur;

(2) require accurate labeling of fur species so that consumers in the United

States can make informed choices and ensure that they are not unwitting contributors to this gruesome trade; and

(3) ensure that the customs laws of the United States are not undermined by

illicit international traffic in dog and cat fur products.

SEC. 1423. PROHIBITION ON IMPORTATION OF PRODUCTS MADE WITH DOG OR CAT FUR.

Title III of the Tariff Act of 1930 is amended by inserting after section 307 the

following new section:

‘‘SEC. 308. PROHIBITIONS ON IMPORTATION OF AND OTHER COMMERCE IN DOG AND CAT FUR

PRODUCTS.

‘‘(a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section:

‘‘(1) CAT FUR.—The term ‘cat fur’ means the pelt or skin of any animal of the

species Felis catus.

‘‘(2) COMMERCE.—The term ‘commerce’ means the transportation for sale,

trade, or use between any State, territory, or possession of the United States,

or the District of Columbia, and any place outside thereof.

‘‘(3) CUSTOMS LAWS.—The term ‘customs laws of the United States’ means any

other law or regulation enforced or administered by the United States Customs

Service.

‘‘(4) DOG FUR.—The term ‘dog fur’ means the pelt or skin of any animal of

the species Canis familiaris.

‘‘(5) DOG OR CAT FUR PRODUCT.—The term ‘dog or cat fur product’ means any

item of merchandise which consists, or is composed in whole or in part, of any

dog fur, cat fur, or both.

‘‘(6) PERSON.—The term ‘person’ includes any individual, partnership, corporation, association, organization, business trust, government entity, or other entity subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.

‘‘(7) SECRETARY.—The term ‘Secretary’ means the Secretary of the Treasury.

‘‘(8) UNITED STATES.—The term ‘United States’ means the customs territory

of the United States, as defined in general note 2 of the Harmonized Tariff

Schedule of the United States.

‘‘(b) PROHIBITIONS.—It shall be unlawful for any person to—

‘‘(1) import into, or export from, the United States any dog or cat fur product;

or

‘‘(2) introduce into interstate commerce, manufacture for introduction into

interstate commerce, sell, trade, or advertise in interstate commerce, offer to

sell, or transport or distribute in interstate commerce in the United States, any

dog or cat fur product.

This subsection shall not apply to the importation, exportation, or transportation by

an individual, for noncommercial purposes, of his or her personal pet that is deceased, including a pet preserved through taxidermy.

‘‘(c) PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT.—

‘‘(1) CIVIL PENALTIES.—Any person who violates any provision of this section

or any regulation issued under this section may, in addition to any other civil

or criminal penalty that may be imposed under section 592 of this Act or any

other provision of law, be assessed a civil penalty by the Secretary of not more

than $5,000.

‘‘(2) ENFORCEMENT.—The provisions of this section and any regulations issued

under this section shall be enforced by the Secretary. In imposing penalties

under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall take into account the seriousness of

the violation, the culpability of the violator, and the violator’s record of cooperating with the Government in disclosing the violation.

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‘‘(3) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of

this section, the Secretary shall, after notice and opportunity for comment, issue

regulations to carry out the provisions of this section.

‘‘(4) COORDINATION WITH OTHER LAWS.—Nothing in this section shall be construed as superseding or limiting in any manner the functions and responsibilities of the Secretary of the Treasury under the customs laws of the United

States.

‘‘(d) REPORTS.—In order to enable Congress to engage in active, continuing oversight of this section, the Secretary shall provide the following:

‘‘(1) PLAN FOR ENFORCEMENT.—Within 3 months after the date of enactment

of this section, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a plan for the enforcement of the provisions of this section, including training and procedures to ensure that Customs Service personnel are equipped with state-of-the-art technologies to identify potential dog or cat fur products and to determine the true

content of such products.

‘‘(2) REPORT ON ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS.—Not later than 1 year after the date

of enactment of this section, and on an annual basis thereafter, the Secretary

shall submit a report to Congress on the efforts of the Department of the Treasury to enforce the provisions of this section and the adequacy of the resources

to do so. The report shall include an analysis of the training of Customs Service

personnel to identify dog and cat fur products effectively and to take appropriate action to enforce this section.’’.

CHAPTER 4—MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

SEC. 1431. ALTERNATIVE MID-POINT INTEREST ACCOUNTING METHODOLOGY FOR UNDERPAYMENT OF DUTIES AND FEES.

Section 505(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1505(c)) is amended by striking

‘‘For the period beginning on’’ and all that follows through ‘‘the Secretary may prescribe’’ and inserting ‘‘The Secretary may prescribe’’.

SEC. 1432. EXCEPTION FROM MAKING REPORT OF ARRIVAL AND FORMAL ENTRY FOR CERTAIN VESSELS.

(a) REPORT OF ARRIVAL AND FORMAL ENTRY OF VESSELS.—(1) Section 433(a)(1)(C)

of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1433(a)(1)(C)) is amended by striking ‘‘bonded

merchandise, or’’.

(2) Section 434(a)(3) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1434(a)(3)) is amended

by striking ‘‘bonded merchandise or’’.

(3) Section 91(a)(2) of the Appendix to title 46, United States Code, is amended

by striking ‘‘bonded merchandise or’’.

(b) ADDITIONAL AMENDMENT.—Section 441 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.

1441) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

‘‘(7) Any vessel required to anchor at the Belle Isle Anchorage in the waters

of the Detroit River in the State of Michigan, for the purposes of awaiting the

availability of cargo or berthing space or for the purpose of taking on a pilot

or awaiting pilot services, or at the direction of the Coast Guard, prior to proceeding to the Port of Toledo, Ohio, where the vessel makes entry under section

434 or obtains clearance under section 4197 of the Revised Statutes of the

United States.’’.

SEC. 1433. DESIGNATION OF SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FOR CUSTOMS PROCESSING OF CERTAIN PRIVATE AIRCRAFT ARRIVING IN THE UNITED STATES.

(a) DESIGNATION.—For the 2-year period beginning on the date of the enactment

of this Act, the Commissioner of the Customs Service shall designate the San Antonio International Airport in San Antonio, Texas, as an airport at which private aircraft described in subsection (b) may land for processing by the Customs Service in

accordance with section 122.24(b) of title 19, Code of Federal Regulations.

(b) PRIVATE AIRCRAFT.—Private aircraft described in this subsection are private

aircraft that—

(1) arrive in the United States from a foreign area and have a final destination in the United States of San Antonio International Airport in San Antonio,

Texas; and

(2) would otherwise be required to land for processing by the Customs Service

at an airport listed in section 122.24(b) of title 19, Code of Federal Regulations,

in accordance with such section.

(c) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term ‘‘private aircraft’’ has the meaning given

such term in section 122.23(a)(1) of title 19, Code of Federal Regulations.

(d) REPORT.—The Commissioner of the Customs Service shall prepare and submit

to Congress a report on the implementation of this section for 2001 and 2002.

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SEC. 1434. INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MERCHANDISE.

Section 555 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1555) is amended by adding at

the end the following:

‘‘(c) INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MERCHANDISE.—

‘‘(1) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this section—

‘‘(A) the term ‘international travel merchandise’ means duty-free or domestic merchandise which is placed on board aircraft on international

flights for sale to passengers, but which is not merchandise incidental to

the operation of a duty-free sales enterprise;

‘‘(B) the term ‘staging area’ is an area controlled by the proprietor of a

bonded warehouse outside of the physical parameters of the bonded warehouse in which manipulation of international travel merchandise in carts

occurs;

‘‘(C) the term ‘duty-free merchandise’ means merchandise on which the

liability for payment of duty or tax imposed by reason of importation has

been deferred pending exportation from the customs territory;

‘‘(D) the term ‘manipulation’ means the repackaging, cleaning, sorting, or

removal from or placement on carts of international travel merchandise;

and

‘‘(E) the term ‘cart’ means a portable container holding international travel merchandise on an aircraft for exportation.

‘‘(2) BONDED WAREHOUSE FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MERCHANDISE.—The

Secretary shall by regulation establish a separate class of bonded warehouse for

the storage and manipulation of international travel merchandise pending its

placement on board aircraft departing for foreign destinations.

‘‘(3) RULES FOR TREATMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL MERCHANDISE AND

BONDED WAREHOUSES AND STAGING AREAS.—(A) The proprietor of a bonded

warehouse established for the storage and manipulation of international travel

merchandise shall give a bond in such sum and with such sureties as may be

approved by the Secretary of the Treasury to secure the Government against

any loss or expense connected with or arising from the deposit, storage, or manipulation of merchandise in such warehouse. The warehouse proprietor’s bond

shall also secure the manipulation of international travel merchandise in a

staging area.

‘‘(B) A transfer of liability from the international carrier to the warehouse

proprietor occurs when the carrier assigns custody of international travel merchandise to the warehouse proprietor for purposes of entry into warehouse or

for manipulation in the staging area.

‘‘(C) A transfer of liability from the warehouse proprietor to the international

carrier occurs when the bonded warehouse proprietor assigns custody of international travel merchandise to the carrier.

‘‘(D) The Secretary is authorized to promulgate regulations to require the proprietor and the international carrier to keep records of the disposition of any

cart brought into the United States and all merchandise on such cart.’’.

SEC. 1435. CHANGE IN RATE OF DUTY OF GOODS RETURNED TO THE UNITED STATES BY

TRAVELERS.

Subchapter XVI of chapter 98 is amended as follows:

(1) Subheading 9816.00.20 is amended—

(A) effective January 1, 2000, by striking ‘‘10 percent’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘5 percent’’;

(B) effective January 1, 2001, by striking ‘‘5 percent’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘4 percent’’; and

(C) effective January 1, 2002, by striking ‘‘4 percent’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘3 percent’’.

(2) Subheading 9816.00.40 is amended—

(A) effective January 1, 2000, by striking ‘‘5 percent’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘3 percent’’;

(B) effective January 1, 2001, by striking ‘‘3 percent’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘2 percent’’; and

(C) effective January 1, 2002, by striking ‘‘2 percent’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘1.5 percent’’.

SEC. 1436. TREATMENT OF PERSONAL EFFECTS OF PARTICIPANTS IN INTERNATIONAL ATHLETIC EVENTS.

(a) IN GENERAL.—Subchapter XVII of chapter 98 is amended by inserting in numerical sequence the following new heading:

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‘‘ 9817.60.00 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, an international athletic event held in

the United States, such as the

Olympics, the Goodwill Games,

the Special Olympics World

Games, the World Cup Soccer

Games, or any similar international athletic event as the

Secretary of the Treasury may

determine, and of persons who

are immediate family members

of or servants to any of the foregoing persons; equipment and

materials imported in connection with any such foregoing

event by or on behalf of the foregoing persons or the organizing

committee of such an event, articles to be used in exhibitions depicting the culture of a country

participating in such an event;

and, if consistent with the foregoing, such other articles as the

Secretary of the Treasury may

allow ............................................. ...................... Free Free

’’.

(b) TAXES, FEES, INSPECTION.—The U.S. Notes to chapter XVII of chapter 98 are

amended by adding at the end the following new note:

‘‘6. Any article exempt from duty under heading 9817.60.00 shall be free of taxes

and fees that may otherwise be applicable, but shall not be free or otherwise

exempt or excluded from routine or other inspections as may be required by the

Customs Service.’’

(b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments made by this section apply to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption, on or after the date of the

enactment of this Act.

(c) TERMINATION OF TEMPORARY PROVISIONS.—Heading 9902.98.08 shall, notwithstanding any provision of such heading, cease to be effective on the date of the enactment of this Act.

SEC. 1437. COLLECTION OF FEES FOR CUSTOMS SERVICES FOR ARRIVAL OF CERTAIN FERRIES.

Section 13031(b)(1)(A)(iii) of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act

of 1985 (19 U.S.C. 58c(b)(1)(A)(iii)) is amended to read as follows:

‘‘(iii) the arrival of a ferry, except for a ferry whose operations begin

on or after August 1, 1999, and that operates south of 27 degrees latitude and east of 89 degrees longitude; or’’.

SEC. 1438. ESTABLISHMENT OF DRAWBACK BASED ON COMMERCIAL INTERCHANGEABILITY

FOR CERTAIN RUBBER VULCANIZATION ACCELERATORS.

(a) IN GENERAL.—The United States Customs Service shall treat the chemical Ncyclohexyl-2-benzothiazolesulfenamide and the chemical N-tert-Butyl-2-

benzothiazolesulfenamide as ‘‘commercially interchangeable’’ within the meaning of

section 313(j)(2) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1313(j)(2)) for purposes of permitting drawback under section 313 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1313.).

(b) APPLICABILITY.—Subsection (a) shall apply with respect to any entry, or withdrawal from warehouse for consumption, of the chemical N-cyclohexyl-2-

benzothiazolesulfenamide before, on, or after the date of the enactment of this Act,

that is eligible for drawback within the time period provided in section 313(j)(2)(B)

of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1313(j)(2)(B)).

SEC. 1439. EXEMPTION FROM IMPORT PROHIBITION.

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, Executive Order 13067 of November

3, 1997, shall not apply with respect to imports of articles described in headings

1301.20.00 and 1301.90.90 (other than balsams, tragacanth, and karaya).

SEC. 1440. CARGO INSPECTION.

The Commissioner of Customs is authorized to establish a fee-for-service agreement for a period of not less than 2 years, renewable thereafter on an annual basis,

at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The agreement shall provide

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personnel and infrastructure necessary to conduct cargo clearance, inspection, or

other customs services as needed to accommodate carriers using this airport. When

such servcies have been provided on a fee-for-service basis for at least 2 years and

the commercial consumption entry level reaches 29,000 entries per year, the Commissioner of Customs shall continue to provide cargo clearance, inspection or other

customs services, and no charges, other than those fees authorized by section

13031(a) of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C.

58c(a)), may be collected for those services.

SEC. 1441. TREATMENT OF CERTAIN MULTIPLE ENTRIES OF MERCHANDISE AS SINGLE

ENTRY.

(a) IN GENERAL.—Section 484 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1484) is amended by adding at the end the following:

‘‘(j) TREATMENT OF MULTIPLE ENTRIES OF MERCHANDISE AS SINGLE TRANS- ACTION.—In the case of merchandise that is purchased and invoiced as a single entity but—

‘‘(1) is shipped in an unassembled or disassembled condition in separate shipments due to the size or nature of the merchandise, or

‘‘(2) is shipped in separate shipments due to the inability of the carrier to include all of the merchandise in a single shipment (at the instruction of the carrier),

the Customs Service may, upon application by an importer in advance, treat such

separate shipments for entry purposes as a single transaction.’’.

(b) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of

this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall issue regulations to carry out section

484(j) of the Tariff Act of 1930, as added by subsection (a).

SEC. 1442. REPORT ON CUSTOMS PROCEDURES.

(a) REVIEW AND REPORT.—The Secretary of the Treasury shall—

(1) review, in consultation with United States importers and other interested

parties, including independent third parties selected by the Secretary for the

purpose of conducting such review, customs procedures and related laws and

regulations applicable to goods and commercial conveyances entering the United

States; and

(2) report to the Congress, not later than 180 days after the date of enactment

of this Act, on changes that should be made to reduce reporting and record retention requirements for commercial parties, specifically addressing changes

needed to—

(A) separate fully and remove the linkage between data reporting required to determine the admissibility and release of goods and data reporting for other purposes such as collection of revenue and statistics;

(B) reduce to a minimum data required for determining the admissibility

of goods and release of goods, consistent with the protection of public

health, safety, or welfare, or achievement of other policy goals of the United

States;

(C) eliminate or find more efficient means of collecting data for other purposes that are unnecessary, overly burdensome, or redundant; and

(D) enable the implementation, as soon as possible, of the import activity

summary statement authorized by section 411 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19

U.S.C. 1411) as a means of—

(i) fully separating and removing the linkage between the functions

of collecting revenue and statistics and the function of determining the

admissibility of goods that must be performed for each shipment of

goods entering the United States; and

(ii) allowing for periodic, consolidated filing of data not required for

determinations of admissibility.

(b) SPECIFIC MATTERS.—In preparing the report required by subsection (a), the

Secretary of the Treasury shall specifically report on the following:

(1) Import procedures, including specific data items collected, that are required prior and subsequent to the release of goods or conveyances, identifying

the rationale and legal basis for each procedure and data requirement, uses of

data collected, and procedures or data requirements that could be eliminated,

or deferred and consolidated into periodic reports such as the import activity

summary statement.

(2) The identity of data and factors necessary to determine whether physical

inspections should be conducted.

(3) The cost of data collection.

(4) Potential alternative sources and methodologies for collecting data, taking

into account the costs and other consequences to importers, exporters, carriers,

and the Government of choosing alternative sources.

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(5) Recommended changes to the law, regulations of any agency, or other

measures that would improve the efficiency of procedures and systems of the

United States Government for regulating international trade, without compromising the effectiveness of procedures and systems required by law.

Subtitle C—Effective Date

SEC. 1451. EFFECTIVE DATE.

Except as otherwise provided in this title, the amendments made by this title

shall apply with respect to goods entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption, on or after the 15th day after the date of enactment of this Act.

TITLE II—OTHER TRADE PROVISIONS

SEC. 2001. TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE FOR CERTAIN WORKERS AFFECTED BY ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION OR CLOSURE OF A COPPER MINING FACILITY.

(a) CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR WORKERS REQUIRED FOR CLOSURE OF FACILITY.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any other provision of law or any decision

by the Secretary of Labor denying certification or eligibility for certification for

adjustment assistance under title II of the Trade Act of 1974, a qualified worker

described in paragraph (2) shall be certified by the Secretary as eligible to apply

for adjustment assistance under such title II.

(2) QUALIFIED WORKER.—For purposes of this subsection, a ‘‘qualified worker’’

means a worker who—

(A) was determined to be covered under Trade Adjustment Assistance

Certification TA–W–31,402; and

(B) was necessary for the environmental remediation or closure of a copper mining facility.

(b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment made by this section shall take effect on

the date of enactment of this Act.

I. INTRODUCTION

A. PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

The provisions in The Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Corrections Act of 2000, fall into two titles. The first title contains about

155 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

would temporarily suspend the duties on a wide array of chemicals,

including many organic pigments, herbicides and insecticides which

are environmentally friendly. The remainder of the duty suspensions is an assortment of chemicals and miscellaneous equipment.

Title I also contains five provisions relating to liquidation and reliquidations of entries erroneously liquidated by U.S. Customs, and

a provision granting special classification to prototypes imported

exclusively for testing.

Other provision in Title I would provide duty-free treatment to

all participants and individuals associated with international sporting events in the United States, reducing the rate of duty returning

travelers pay on merchandise purchased abroad, a provision banning the imports of products made with cat and dog fur, an exemption of gum Arabic from import sanctions, designating San Antonio

International Airport for Customs clearance of private aircraft and

Broward County airport as a fee-for-service airport for Customs

cargo clearance, codifying current practices relating to international travel merchandise, and provisions agreed to between the

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business community and U.S. Customs that would streamline customs entry processing.

Title II of the bill would authorize trade adjustment assistance

for certain workers affected by environmental remediation or closure of a copper mining facility.

This package of trade bills has been 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

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 August 12, 1999 and

April 20, 2000, Chairman Crane requested written comments from

parties interested in miscellaneous trade proposals, technical corrections to trade laws, and temporary suspensions of duty for specific products (No. Tr-15 and Tr-20). 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

Subcommittee action

The Trade Subcommittee met on July 17, 2000 to consider draft

legislation. The Subcommittee ordered the bill favorably reported

by voice vote, with a quorum present.

Committee action

The Committee met to consider H.R. 4868 on July 19, 2000.

Chairman Crane offered an amendment in the nature of a substitute. The Committee ordered the bill favorably reported, as

amended, by voice vote, with a quorum present.

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II. EXPLANATION OF PROVISIONS

TITLE I—TARIFF PROVISIONS

SUBTITLE A—TEMPORARY DUTY SUSPENSIONS AND REDUCTIONS

Chapter 1—New Duty Suspensions and Reductions

Sec. 1101. The HIV/AIDS drug, [4R-[3(2S*,3S*), 4R*]]-3-[2-Hydroxy-3-[(3-hydroxy-2-methyl benzoyl) amino]-1- oxo-4-

phenylbutyl] -5,5-dimethyl-N-[(2-methylphenyl)methyl]-4-

thiazolidinecarboxamide

Present law

The HIV/AIDS drug, [4R- [3(2S*,3S*), 4R*]]-3-[2-Hydroxy-3-[(3-

hydroxy-2-methyl benzoyl)amino]-1-oxo-4-phenylbutyl]-5,5-dimethyl-N-[(2-methylphenyl)methyl]-4-thiazol idinecarboxamide

(CAS No. 186538–00–1) (provided for in subheading 2930.90.90) is

subject to a NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.98 for certain HIV/

AIDS drugs, [4R- [3(2S*,3S*), 4R*]]-3-[2-Hydroxy-3-[(3-hydroxy-2-

methyl benzoyl)amino]-1-oxo-4-phenylbutyl]-5,5-dimethyl-N-[(2-

methylphenyl)methyl]-4-thiazol idinecarboxamide (CAS No.

186538–00–1) (provided for in subheading 2930.90.90), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical and pharmaceutical

companies to reduce costs in manufacturing this much-needed

pharmaceutical for AIDS, making such products more competitive

without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1102. 5-[(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)thio]-4-(1-methylethyl)-1-(4-

pyridinylmethyl)-1H- imidazole-2-methanol caramate

Present law

5-[(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)thio]-4-(1-methylethyl)-1-(4-

pyridinylmethyl)-1H- imidazole-2-methanol caramate (as provided

for in 2933.39.61) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the HTS

by inserting a new heading 9902.32.99 for certain HIV/AIDS drugs

5-[(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)thio]-4-(1-methylethyl)-1-(4-pyridinylmethyl)-

1H-imidazole-2-m ethanol carbamate (CAS No. 178979–85–6) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61), as duty free until December

31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical and pharmaceutical

companies to reduce costs in manufacturing this much-needed

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pharmaceutical for AIDS, making such products more competitive

without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1103. Triacetonamine, 4-piperdone 2,2,6,6 tetramethyl

Present law

Triacetonamine, 4-piperdone 2,2,6,6 tetramethyl (CAS No. 826–

36–8) (as provided for in subheading 2933.39.61) is subject to an

NTR duty rate of 9.3% (2000), 8.6% (2001), 7.9% (2002) ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

The provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the HTS

by inserting a new heading 9902.32.80 for the chemical

triacetonamine, 4-piperdone 2,2,6,6 tetramethyl (CAS No. 826–36–

8) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61) and any mixtures containing the foregoing, as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1104. Instant print film in rolls

Present law

Instant print film in rolls (as provided for in subheading

3702.20.00) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTS by inserting a new heading 9902.37.02 for instant print film

in rolls (provided for in subheading 3702.20.00), as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. producers of instant print film

to reduce their manufacturing costs, making these products competitive with alternative photographic technology without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer. The film in rolls is used primarily by professional photographers and in other applications not

served by flat film.

Sec. 1105. Instant print film for color photography

Present law

Instant print film for color photography (provided for in subheading 3701.20.00) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.37.01 for instant print

film for color photography (provided for in subheading 3701.20.00)

as a temporary duty reduction from 3.7 percent to 2.4 percent ad

valorem until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. producers of instant print film

to reduce their manufacturing costs, making these products competitive with alternative photographic technology without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1106. Mixtures of sennosides and sennosides and their salts

Present law

Mixtures of sennosides and sennosides and their salts (provided

for in subheading 2938.90.00) are subject to NTR duty rates of

3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.44 for mixtures of

sennosides and sennosides and their salts (provided for in subheading 2938.90.00), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1107. Cibacron Red LS-B HC, 2,7-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid,

5-[[4-chloro-6-[[3-[[8-[ [4-fluoro-6-(methylphenylamino)-1,3,5-

triazin-2-yl] amino]-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl]azo]-

4-sulfophenyl], amino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl] amino] -4-hydroxy -3-

[(1-sulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo]-, sodium

Present law

Cibacron Red LS-B HC, 2,7-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 5-[[4-

chloro-6-[[3-[[8-[ [4-fluoro-6-(methylphenylamino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-

yl]amino]-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-2-napht halenyl]azo]-4-sulfophenyl],

amino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl] amino] -4-hydroxy -3- [(1-sulfo-2-

naphthalenyl)azo]-, sodium salt (CAS No. 155522–05–7) (provided

for in subheading 3204.16.30) is subject to an NTR duty rate of

10.8% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.04 for the chemical

Cibacron Red LS-B HC, 2,7-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 5-[[4-

chloro-6-[[3-[[8-[[4-fluoro-6-(methylphenylamino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-

yl]amino]-1-hydr oxy-3,6-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl]azo]-4-sulfophenyl],

amino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl] amino] -4-hydroxy -3- [(1-sulfo-2-

naphthalenyl)azo]-, sodium salt (CAS No. 155522–05–7) (provided

for in subheading 3204.16.30), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

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tries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1108. Cibacron Brilliant Blue FN-G, 4, 11-

Triphenodioxazinedisulfonic acid, 6, 13-dichloro-3, 10-bis[[2-[[-

[[4-fluoro-6-[(2-sulfophenyl) amino] -1,3,5-triazin-2-yl] amino]

propyl] amino]- lithium sodium salt

Present law

Cibacron Brilliant Blue FN-G, 4, 11-Triphenodioxazinedisulfonic

acid, 6, 13-dichloro-3, 10-bis[[2-[[-[[4-fluoro-6-[(2-sulfophenyl)

amino] -1,3,5-triazin-2-yl] amino] propyl] amino]- lithium sodium

salt (CAS No. 163062–28–0) (provided for in subheading

3204.16.30) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.8% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.88 for the chemical

Cibacron Brilliant Blue FN-G, 4, 11-Triphenodioxazinedisulfonic

acid, 6, 13-dichloro-3, 10-bis[[2-[[-[[4-fluoro-6-[(2-sulfophenyl)

amino] -1,3,5-triazin-2-yl] amino] propyl] amino]- lithium sodium

salt (CAS No. 163062–28–0) (provided for in subheading

3204.16.30), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1109. Cibacron Scarlet LS–2G HC, 2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid,

7,7-[(2-methyl-1,5-pentanediyl)bis[imino(6-fluoro-1,3,5-triazine4,2-diyl)imino]] bis[4-hydroxy-3-[(4-methoxysulfophenyl) azo]-,

potassium sodium salt

Present law

Cibacron Scarlet LS–2G HC, 2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 7,7-[(2-

methyl-1,5-pentanediyl)bis[imino(6-fluoro-1,3,5-triazine-4,2-

diyl)imino]] bis[4-hydroxy-3-[(4-methoxysulfophenyl) azo]-, potassium sodium salt (CAS No. 152397–21–2) (provided for in subheading 3204.16.30) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.8% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.86 for the chemical

Cibacron Scarlet LS–2G HC, 2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 7,7-[(2-

methyl-1,5-pentanediyl)bis[imino(6-fluoro-1,3,5-triazine-4,2-

diyl)imino]] bis[4-hydroxy-3-[(4–methoxysulfophenyl) azo]-, potassium sodium salt (CAS No. 152397–21–2) (provided for in subheading 3204.16.30), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

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tries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1110. MUB 738 INT, 2-Amino-4(4-Aminobenzoylamino) Benzene Sulfonic Acid

Present law

MUB 738 INT, 2-Amino-4(4-Aminobenzoylamino) Benzene Sulfonic Acid (CAS No. 167614–37–1) (provided for in subheading

2930.90.29) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.90 for the chemical

MUB 738 INT, 2-Amino-4(4-Aminobenzoylamino) Benzene Sulfonic

Acid (CAS No. 167614–37–1) (provided for in subheading

2930.90.29), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1111. Fenbuconazole, alpha-[2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-ethyl]-alphaphenyl-1H-1,2,4- triazole-1- propanenitrile

Present law

Fenbuconazole, alpha-[2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-ethyl]-alpha-phenyl1H-1,2,4-triazole-1- propanenitrile (CAS No. 114369–43–6) (provided for in subheading 2933.90.06) is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 9.1% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.86 for the chemical

fenbuconazole, alpha-[2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-ethyl]-alpha -phenyl-1H1,2,4-triazole-1-propanenitrile (CAS No. 114369–43–6) (provided for

in subheading 2933.90.06), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1112. 2,6-dichlorotoluene [H.R. 2143]

Present law

2,6-dichlorotoluene (CAS No. 118–69–4) (as provided for in subheading 2903.69.70) is subject to a NTR duty rate of 5.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.82 for the chemical

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2,6-dichlorotoluene (CAS No. 118–69–4) (provided for in subheading 2903.69.70), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1113. 3-Amino-3-methyl-1-pentyne

Present law

3-Amino-3-methyl-1-pentyne (provided for in subheading

2921.19.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.84 for the chemical 3-

Amino-3-methyl-1-pentyne (provided for in subheading 2921.19.60),

as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1114. Triazamate, acetic acid, [[1-[(dimethylamino) carbonyl]-

3-(1,1-dimethyethyl)-1H-1,2,4-triazol-5-yl]thio]-, ethyl ester

Present law

Triazamate, Acetic acid, [[1-[(dimethylamino) carbonyl]-3-(1,1-

dimethyethyl)-1H-1,2,4-triazol-5-yl]thio]-, ethyl ester (CAS No.

112143–82–5) (as provided for in subheading 2933.90.97) is subject

to an NTR duty rate of 6.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.88 for the chemical

triazamate, Acetic acid, [[1-[(dimethylamino) carbonyl]-3-(1,1-

dimethyethyl)-1H-1,2,4-triazol-5-yl]thio]-, ethyl ester (CAS No.

112143–82–5) (provided for in subheading 2933.90.97), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1115. Methoxyfenozide, benzoic acid 3-methoxy-2-methyl-,2-

(3,5-dimethylbenzoyl)-2-(1,1-dimethyl ethyl) hydrazide

Present law

Methoxyfenozide, benzoic acid 3-methoxy-2-methyl-,2-(3,5-

dimethylbenzoyl)-2-(1,1-dimethyl ethyl) hydrazide (provided for in

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subheading 2928.00.25) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.90 for the chemical

methoxyfenozide, benzoic acid 3-methoxy-2-methyl-,2- (3,5-

dimethylbenzoyl)-2-(1,1-dimethyl ethyl) hydrazide (provided for in

subheading 2928.00.25), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1116. 1-fluoro-2-nitro benzene

Present law

1-fluoro-2-nitro benzene (CAS No. 001493–27–2) (as provided for

in subheading 2904.90.30), used as raw material for a pharmaceutical intermediate, is subject to an NTR duty rate of 5.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.04 for the chemical 1-

fluoro-2-nitro benzene (CAS No. 001493–27–2) (provided for in subheading 2904.90.30), used as raw material for a pharmaceutical intermediate, as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1117. P-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA)

Present law

P-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA) (CAS No. 99–96–7) (as provided

for in subheading 2918.29.22), used to produce liquified crystal

polymer (LCP), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.03 for the chemical phydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA) (CAS No. 99–96–7) (provided for in

subheading 2918.29.22), used to produce liquified crystal polymer

(LCP), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1118. Toluhydroquinone (THQ) purchased for resale

Present law

Toluhydroquinone (THQ) (CAS No. 95–71–6) (as provided for in

subheading 2907.29.90), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 5.5% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.05 for the chemical

toluhydroquinone (THQ) purchased for resale (CAS No. 95–71–6)

(provided for in subheading 2907.29.90), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1119. 2,4-Dicumylphenol

Present law

2,4-Dicumylphenol (CAS No. 2772–45–4) (as provided for in subheading 2907.19.80), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 5.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.50 for the chemical

2,4-Dicumylphenol (CAS No. 2772–45–4) (provided for in subheading 2907.19.80), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1120. Certain compound optical microscopes

Present law

Certain compound optical microscopes (provided for in heading

9011) are subject to NTR duty rates ranging from 3.9–7.2% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.98.07 for certain compound optical microscopes (provided for in heading 9011), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1121. Certain cathode-ray data/graphic display tubes, color,

with a less than 90 degree deflection

Present law

Certain cathode-ray data/graphic display tubes, color, with a less

than 90 degree deflection (provided for in subheading 8540.60.00)

are subject to an NTR duty rate of 3% ad valorem. These cathoderay tubes are used in radio and radar monitoring units in the cockpits of aircraft.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.85.42 on certain cathoderay data/graphic display tubes, color, with a less than 90 degree deflection (provided for in subheading 8540.60.00) as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1122. Cathode-ray data/graphic tubes, color, with a phosphor

dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm, and with less than 90

degree deflection

Present law

Cathode-ray data/graphic tubes, color, with a phosphor dot

screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm, and with a less than 90 degree

deflection (provided for in subheading 8540.40.00) is subject to an

NTR duty rate of 3% ad valorem. These cathode-ray tubes are used

in aircraft cockpits to monitor the flight variables of the aircraft.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.85.41 Cathode-ray data/

graphic display tubes, color, with a phosphor dot screen pitch

smaller than 0.4 mm, and with a less than 90 degree deflection on

cathode (provided for in subheading 8540.40.00), to reduce the duty

from three percent to one percent until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1123. Certain Raw Cotton

Present law

Imported cotton fiber of lengths less than 1 and 1⁄8ths inches is

currently duty free. Certain categories of raw cotton imported into

the United States are subject to a tariff. These tariffs were established based on varying staple lengths of cotton.

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Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 52 of the HTSUS to provide

duty-free treatment to certain raw cotton in specified lengths. The

threshold for imposing tariffs on cotton tariffs would be increased

from 1 and 1⁄8ths inches to 1 and 1⁄4th inches for a period of three

years.

Reason for change

The current threshold for cotton tariffs was set in 1930 when the

bulk of cotton fiber traded was shorter than 1 and 1⁄8ths inches in

length. Over time, staple lengths have tended to increase, moving

the majority of cotton that would be imported into the U.S. from

a category without a tariff into a category with a tariff. In addition,

importers are not always certain of the staple length of the cotton

they are importing. It may be slightly longer than advertised, subjecting the importer to unanticipated tariffs. As a result of these

concerns, the Committee intends to increase the tariff threshold

length to 1 and 1⁄4ths inches in recognition of the prevalence of

longer fibers in today’s cotton trade.

Sec. 1124. Certain Rhinovirus drugs, trans-(2′R, 3′′′S,4S,5′S) -(4-{2′-

(4-Fluorobenzyl)-6′-methyl-5′- [(5′′-methylisoxazole-3′′-carbonyl)

amino]-4-oxoheptanoylamino}-5- (2′′′-oxopyrrolidin-3′′′ -yl)pent2-enoic acid ethyl ester

Present law

Certain Rhinovirus drugs, trans-(2′′R, 3′′′S,4S,5′S) -(4-{2′-(4-

Fluorobenzyl)-6′- methyl-5′- [(5′′-methylisoxazole-3′′-carbonyl)

amino]-4-oxoheptanoylamino}-5- (2′′′-oxopyrrolidin-3′′′ -yl)pent-2-

enoic acid ethyl ester (CAS No. 223537–30–2) (provided for in subheading 2931.00.60) are subject to an NTR duty rate of 12.1% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.97 for certain

Rhinovirus drugs, trans-(2′R, 3′′′S,4S,5′S) -(4-{2′-(4-Fluorobenzyl)-

6′- methyl-5′-[(5′′-methylisoxazole-3′′-carbonyl)amino]-4-

oxoheptanoylamino}-5-(2′′′-oxopyrr olidin-3′′′-yl)pent-2-enoic acid

ethyl ester (CAS No. 223537–30–2) (provided for in subheading

2931.00.60), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical and pharmaceutical

manufacturers to reduce costs, making these industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1125. Butralin, N-sec-butyl-4-tert-butyl-2,6-dinitroaniline

Present law

Butralin, N-sec-butyl-4-tert-butyl-2,6-dinitroaniline (CAS No.

33629–47–9) (as provided for in subheading 2921.43.80) and any

mixtures containing the foregoing are subject to an NTR duty rate

of 6.5% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.38.00 on the chemical

butralin, N-sec-butyl-4-tert-butyl-2,6-dinitroaniline (CAS No.

33629–47–9) (provided for in subheading 2921.43.80) and any mixtures containing the foregoing, as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1126. Chemical branched dodecylbenzene

Present law

Chemical branched dodecylbenzene (CAS No. 123–01–3) (provided for in subheading 2902.90.30) is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 12.8% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.01 on the chemical

branched dodecylbenzene (CAS No. 123–01–3) (provided for in subheading 2902.90.30), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1127. Certain fluorinated compound, Methanone, (4-

fluorophenyl) [3-[(4- fluorophenyl) ethynyl]phenyl]

Present law

Certain fluorinated compound, Methanone, (4-fluorophenyl) [3-

[(4- fluorophenyl) ethynyl]phenyl] (provided for in subheading

2914.70.40) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.2% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.88 on a certain

fluorinated compound, Methanone, (4-fluorophenyl) [3-[(4-

fluorophenyl) ethynyl]phenyl] (provided for in subheading

2914.70.40), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1128 Benzenesulfonic acid, 4- chloro-3-[4-[[4- (dimethylamino)

phenyl]methylene

Present law

Benzenesulfonic acid, 4- chloro-3-[4-[[4- (dimethylamino)

phenyl]methylene-4,5- dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1H- pyrazol-1-l],

compound with Pyridine 1:1 (as provided for in subheading

2933.39.61), used as light absorbing photo dye, is subject to an

NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.36 for the chemical

benzenesulfonic acid, 4- chloro-3-[4-[[4- (dimethylamino)

phenyl]methylene-4,5- dihydro-3-methyl-5-oxo-1H- pyrazol-1-l],

compound with Pyridine 1:1 (provided for in subheading

2933.39.61), used as light absorbing photo dye, as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers of photographic dyes to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing

any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1129. Iron chloro 5,6-diamino-1,3-naphthalene disulfonate

complexes

Present law

Iron chloro 5,6-diamino-1,3-naphthalene disulfonate complexes

(CAS No. 85187–44–6) (as provided for in subheading 2942.00.10),

used as filter blue green photo dye, is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 10% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.62 for iron chloro 5,6-

diamino-1,3-naphthalene disulfonate complexes (CAS No. 85187–

44–6) (provided for in subheading 2942.00.10), used as filter blue

green photo dye, as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers of photographic dyes to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing

any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1130. Certain Benzenesulfonic acids

Present law

Certain Benzenesulfonic acids (CAS No. 134863–74–4) (as provided for in subheading 2933.19.90), used as light absorbing photo

dyes, are subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.34 for Benzenesulfonic

acids (CAS No. 134863–74–4) (provided for in subheading

2933.19.90), used as light absorbing photo dyes, as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers of photographic dyes to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing

any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1131. 4,4′-Difluorobenzophenone (methanone, bis(4-

fluorophenyl))

Present law

4,4′-Difluorobenzophenone (methanone, bis(4-fluorophenyl)) (CAS

No. 345–92–6) (as provided for in subheading 2914.70.90), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.84 for the chemical

4,4′-Difluorobenzophenone (methanone, bis(4-fluorophenyl)) (CAS

No. 345–92–6) (provided for in subheading 2914.70.90), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1132. Methanone, (4-fluorophenyl)phenyl

Present law

Methanone, (4-fluorophenyl)phenyl (CAS No. 345–83–5) (as provided for in subheading 2914.70.90), is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.98 for the chemical

methanone, (4-fluorophenyl)phenyl (CAS No. 345–83–5) (provided

for in subheading 2914.70.90), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1133. Di-trimethylolpropane (DiTMP)

Present law

Di-trimethylolpropane (DiTMP) (as provided for in subheading

2905.49.10), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.92 for the chemical ditrimethylolpropane (DiTMP) (provided for in subheading

2905.49.10), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1134. 2-Ethyl-2-butyl-1,3-propanediol (EBP) [H.R. 2215]

Present law

2-ethyl-2-butyl-1,3-propanediol (EBP) (as provided for in subheading 2905.39.10), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.52 for the chemical 2-

Ethyl-2-butyl-1,3-propanediol (EBP) (provided for in subheading

2905.39.10), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1135. Hydroxypivalic acid (HPA)

Present law

Hydroxypivalic acid (HPA) (as provided for in subheading

2918.19.90), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.54 for the chemical

hydroxypivalic acid (HPA) (provided for in subheading 2918.19.90),

as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1136. Allyl pentaerythritol (APE)

Present law

Allyl pentaerythritol (APE) (as provided for in subheading

2909.49.60), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.56 for the chemical

allyl pentaerythritol (APE) (provided for in subheading 2909.49.60),

as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1137. Trimethylolpropane diallylether (TMPDE)

Present law

Trimethylolpropane diallylether (TMPDE) (as provided for in

subheading 2909.49.60), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.9% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.58 for the chemical

trimethylolpropane diallylether (TMPDE) (provided for in subheading 2909.49.60), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1138. Trimethylolpropane monoallyl ether (TMPME)

Present law

Trimethylolpropane monoallyl ether (TMPME) (provided for in

subheading 2909.49.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.9% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.59 for the chemical

trimethylolpropane monoallyl ether (TMPME) (provided for in subheading 2909.49.60), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1139. Tungsten concentrates

Present law

Tungsten concentrates (provided for in subheading 2611.00.60)

are subject to an NTR duty rate of 7.16% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.26.11 on tungsten concentrates (provided for in subheading 2611.00.60), as duty free December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1140. 2 Chloro Amino Toluene

Present law

2 Chloro Amino Toluene (CAS No. 95–74–9) (provided for in subheading 2921.43.80) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 14.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.21 for the chemical 2

Chloro Amino Toluene (CAS No. 95–74–9) (provided for in subheading 2921.43.80), as duty free until December 31, 2004.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1141. Certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of

2-propenenitrile with diethenylbenzene, ethenylethylbenzene

and 1,7-octadiene, hydrolyzed

Present law

Certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of 2-

propenenitrile with diethenylbenzene, ethenylethylbenzene and 1,7-

octadiene, hydrolyzed (CAS No. 130353–60–5) (provided for in subheading 3914.00.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.39.30 for a certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of 2-propenenitrile with

diethenylbenzene, ethenylethylbenzene and 1,7-octadiene,

hydrolyzed (CAS No. 130353–60–5) (provided for in subheading

3914.00.60), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1141. Certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of

2-propenenitrile with 1,2,4-triethenylcyclohexane, hydrolyzed

Present law

Certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of 2-

propenenitrile with 1,2,4-triethenylcyclohexane, hydrolyzed (CAS

No. 109961–42–4) (provided for in subheading 3914.00.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.39.31 for a certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of 2-propenenitrile with

1,2,4-triethenylcyclohexane, hydrolyzed (CAS No. 109961–42–4)

(provided for in subheading 3914.00.60), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1141. Certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of

2-propenenitrile with diethenylbenzene, hydrolyzed

Present law

Certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of 2-

propenenitrile with diethenylbenzene, hydrolyzed (CAS No.

135832–76–7) (provided for in subheading 3914.00.60) is subject to

an NTR duty rate of 3.9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.39.32 for a certain ion-exchange resin, comprising of a copolymer of 2-propenenitrile with

diethenylbenzene, hydrolyzed (CAS No. 135832–76–7) (provided for

in subheading 3914.00.60), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1142. 11-aminoundecanoic acid

Present law

11-aminoundecanoic acid (as provided for in subheading

2922.49.40), is subject to NTR duty rates of 4.2% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.32.49 for the chemical 11-

aminoundecanoic acid (provided for in subheading 2922.49.40),

with duty reduction to 1.6% until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1143. Dimethoxy butanone (DMB), 4,4-dimethoxy-2-butanone

Present law

Dimethoxy butanone (DMB), 4,4-dimethoxy-2-butanone

(acetoacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal) (CAS No. 5436–21–5) (as provided for in subheading 2914.19.00), is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.00 for the chemical

dimethoxy butanone (DMB), 4,4-dimethoxy-2-butanone

(acetoacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal) (CAS No. 5436–21–5) (provided

for in subheading 2914.19.00), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1144. 2,6-dichloro aniline (2,6-dichlorobenzenamine) (DCA)

Present law

2,6-dichloro aniline (2,6-dichlorobenzenamine) (DCA) (CAS No.

608–31–1) (provided for in subheading 2921.42.90) is subject to an

NTR duty rate of 11.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.01 for the chemical

2,6-dichloro aniline (2,6-dichlorobenzenamine) (DCA) (CAS No.

608–31–1) (provided for in subheading 2921.42.90), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1145. Diphenyl sulfide

Present law

Diphenyl sulfide (CAS No. 139–66–2) (as provided for in subheading 2930.30.29), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.06 for the chemical diphenyl sulfide (CAS No. 139–66–2) (provided for in subheading

2930.30.29), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1146. Trifluralin, 2,6-dinitro-N, N-dipropyl-4-(trifloromethyl)

benzenamine; alpha, alpha, alpha,-trifloro-2-6-dinitro-p-toluidine

Present law

Trifluralin, 2,6-dinitro-N, N-dipropyl-4-(trifloromethyl)

benzenamine; alpha, alpha, alpha,-trifloro-2-6-dinitro-p-toluidine

(CAS No. 1582–09–8) (provided for in subheading 2921.43.15) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.02 for the chemical

trifluralin, 2,6-dinitro-N, N-dipropyl–4-(trifloromethyl)

benzenamine; alpha, alpha, alpha,-trifloro-2-6-dinitro-p-toluidine

(CAS No. 1582–09–8) (provided for in subheading 2921.43.15), with

a duty reduction to 5% until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1147. Diethyl imidazolidinnone, 1,3-diethyl-2-imidazolidinnone

(N, N-dimethylethylene urea) (DMI)

Present law

Diethyl imidazolidinnone, 1,3-diethyl-2-imidazolidinnone (N, Ndimethylethylene urea) (DMI) (CAS No. 80–73–9) (as provided for

in subheading 2933.29.90), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5%

ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.07 for the chemical

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dimethylethylene urea) (DMI) (CAS No. 80–73–9) (provided for in

subheading 2933.29.90), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1148. Ethalfluralin, N-ethyl-N-(2methyl-2-propenyl)-2, 6-

dinitro-4- (trifloromethyl) benzenamine

Present law

Ethalfluralin, N-ethyl-N-(2methyl-2-propenyl)-2, 6-dinitro-4-

(trifloromethyl) benzenamine (CAS No. 55283–68–6) (as provided

for in subheading 2921.43.80), is subject to an NTR duty rate of

12.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.03 for the chemical

ethalfluralin, N-ethyl-N-(2methyl-2-propenyl)-2, 6-dinitro-4-

(trifloromethyl) benzenamine (CAS No. 55283–68–6) (provided for

in subheading 2921.43.80), with a duty reduction to 7.9% until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1149. Benfluralin, N-butyl-N-ethyl-2,6-dinitro-4-

(trifluoromethyl) benezenamine; N-butyl-N-ethyl-alpha, alpha,

alpha-trifluoro-2-6-dinitro-p-toluidine

Present law

Benfluralin, N-butyl-N-ethyl-2,6-dinitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)

benezenamine; N-butyl-N-ethyl-alpha, alpha, alpha-trifluoro-2-6-

dinitro-p-toluidine (CAS No. 5436–21–5, 1861–40–1) (as provided

for in subheading 2921.43.80), is subject to an NTR duty rate of

12.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.04 for the chemical

benfluralin, N-butyl-N-ethyl-2,6-dinitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)

benezenamine; N-butyl-N-ethyl-alpha, alpha, alpha-trifluoro-2-6-

dinitro-p-toluidine (CAS No. 5436–21–5, 1861–40–1) (provided for

in subheading 2921.43.80), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1150. 3-amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole (AMT)

Present law

3-amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole (AMT) (CAS No. 16691–43–3)

(provided for in subheading 2933.90.97) is subject to NTR duty

rates of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.08 for the chemical 3-

amino-5-mercapto-1,2,4-triazole (AMT) (CAS No. 16691–43–3) (provided for in subheading 2933.90.97), as duty free until December

31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1151. Diethyl phosphorochoridothiate, O,O-dethyl

phosphorochoridothiate (DEPCT)

Present law

Diethyl phosphorochorido-thiate, O,O-dethyl

phosphorochoridothiate (DEPCT) (CAS No. 2424–04–1) (as provided for in subheading 2920.10.50), is subject to NTR duty rates

of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.05 for the chemical

diethyl phosphorochoridothiate, O,O-dethyl phosphorochoridothiate

(DEPCT) (CAS No. 2424–04–1) (provided for in subheading

2920.10.50), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1152. Chemical refined quinoline, 1-benzazine; benzo(b) pyridine

Present law

Chemical refined quinoline, 1-benzazine; benzo(b) pyridine (CAS

No. 91–22–5) (provided for in subheading 2933.40.70) is subject to

an NTR duty rate of 10.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.09 for the chemical refined quinoline, 1-benzazine; benzo(b) pyridine (CAS No. 91–22–5)

(provided for in subheading 2933.40.70), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1153. 2,2′-dithiobis(8-fluoro-5-methoxy)[1,2,4] triazolo[1,5-c] pyrimidine (DMDS)

Present law

2,2′-dithiobis(8-fluoro-5-methoxy)[1,2,4] triazolo[1,5-c] pyrimidine

(DMDS) (CAS No. 166524–74–9) (as provided for in subheading

2933.59.80), is subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.10 for the chemical

2,2′-dithiobis(8-fluoro-5-methoxy)[1,2,4] triazolo[1,5-c] pyrimidine

(DMDS) (CAS No. 166524–74–9) (provided for in subheading

2933.59.80), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1154. Vision inspection systems of a kind used for physical inspection of automatic capacitors

Present law

Vision inspection systems of a kind used for physical inspection

of automatic capacitors (as provided for in subheading

9031.49.9000, 9031.80.8085), are subject to NTR duty rates of 3.5%/

0%?? ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.90.20 for vision inspection

systems of a kind used for physical inspection of automatic capacitors (provided for in subheading 9031.49.9000, 9031.80.8085), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1155. Anode presses used for pressing tantalum powder into

anodes

Present law

Anode presses used for pressing tantalum powder into anodes

(provided for in subheading 8479.89.97) are subject to an NTR duty

rate of 2.5% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.84.20 for anode presses

used for pressing tantalum powder into anodes (provided for in

subheading 8479.89.97), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1156. Trim and form used for forming capacitor leads

Present law

Trim and form used for forming capacitor leads (as provided for

in subheading 8463.30.00, 8462.21.80, 8462.29.80) is subject to an

NTR duty rate of 4.4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.84.40 for trim and form

used for forming capacitor leads (provided for in subheading

8463.30.00, 8462.21.80, 8462.29.80), as duty free until December

31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1157. Assembly machines used for assembling processed anodes to lead frames

Present law

Assembly machines used for assembling processed anodes to lead

frames (as provided for in subheading 8479.89.97) are subject to an

NTR duty rate of 2.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.84.30 for assembly machines used for assembling processed anodes to lead frames (provided for in subheading 8479.89.97), as duty free until December

31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1158. Thionyl chloride

Present law

Thionyl chloride (CAS No. 007719–09–7) (provided for in subheading 2812.10.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) by inserting

in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.28.01, Thionyl chloride (CAS No. 007719–09–7) (provided for in subheading

2812.10.50), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1159. Phenylmethyl hydrazinecarboxylate

Present law

Phenylmethyl hydrazinecarboxylate (CAS No. 5331–43–1) (provided for in subheading 2928.00.25) is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

9902.29.27, Phenylmethyl hydrazinecarboxylate (CAS No. 5331–

43–1) (provided for in subheading 2928.00.25), as duty free until

December 31, 2001.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the insecticide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1160. 2-[1-[ethoxyimino)-propyl]-3-hydroxy-5-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)- 2-cyclohexen-1-one (Tralkoxydim) and Mixtures of 2-

[1-(ethoxyimino)-propyl]-3-hydroxy-5-(2,4,6-trimethyl-phenyl)-2-

cyclo-hexen-1-one (Tralkoxydim) and application adjuvants

Present law

2-[1-[ethoxyimino)-propyl]-3-hydroxy-5-(2,4,6-trimethyl-phenyl)-

2-cyclohexen-1-one (Tralkoxydim) (CAS No. 87820–88–0) (provided

for in subheading 2925.20.60) and Mixtures of 2-[1-(ethoxyimino)-

propyl]-3-hydroxy-5-(2,4,6-trimethyl- phenyl)-2-cyclo-hexen-1-one

(Tralkoxydim) (CAS No. 87820–88–0) and application adjuvants

(provided for in subheading 3808.30.15) is subject to an NTR duty

rate of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new headings

9902.29.xx, 2-[1-[ethoxyimino)- propyl]-3-hydroxy-5-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-one (Tralkoxydim) (CAS No. 87820–88–0)

(provided for in subheading 2925.20.60) and 9902.38.xx, Mixtures

of 2- [1-(ethoxyimino)-propyl]-3-hydroxy-5-(2,4,6-trimethyl-phenyl)-

2-cyclo-hexen-1-one (Tralkoxydim) (CAS No. 87820–88–0) and apVerDate 11-MAY-2000 19:07 Aug 01, 2000 Jkt 079006 PO 00000 Frm 00083 Fmt 6659 Sfmt 6602 E:\HR\OC\HR789.XXX pfrm08 PsN: HR789
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plication adjuvants (provided for in subheading 3808.30.15), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1161. 1-piperidinecarboxylic acid, 2-[(2,4-dichloro-5-

hydroxyphenyl)hydrazono]-, methyl ester (KNOO2)

Present law

1-piperidinecarboxylic acid, 2-[(2,4-dichloro-5-

hydroxyphenyl)hydrazono]-, methyl ester (KNOO2) (CAS No.

159393–46–1) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61) is subject to

NTR duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

9902.29.33, 1-piperidinecarboxylic acid, 2-[(2,4-dichloro-5-

hydroxyphenyl)hydrazono]-, methyl ester (KNOO2) (CAS No.

159393–46–1) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1162. 2-imino-1- methoxycarbonyl-piperidine hydrochloride

(KL08 4)

Present law

2-imino-1- methoxycarbonyl-piperidine hydrochloride (KL08 4)

(CAS No. 159393–48–3) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.3% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States by inserting in the

numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.30, 2-imino-1- methoxycarbonyl-piperidine hydrochloride (KL08 4) (CAS No. 159393–

48–3) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61), with a duty reduction to 5.4% ad valorem for 2000, to 4.7% for 2001, to 4.0% for

2002, and to 3.3% for 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1163. 2-(Methoxycarbonyl) Benzylsulfonamide (IN–N5297)

Present law

2-(Methoxycarbonyl) Benzylsulfonamide (IN–N5297) (CAS No.

59777–72–9) (provided for in subheading 2935.00.75) is subject to

NTR duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

9902.29.35, 2-(Methoxycarbonyl) Benzylsulfonamide (IN–N5297)

(CAS No. 59777–72–9) (provided for in subheading 2935.00.75), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to US farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1164. Methyl(E)-(2-[6-(2-cyanophonoxy)pyrimidin-4-

yloxy]pkhenyl)-3- methoxyacrylate (azoxystrobin formulated)

Present law

Methyl(E)-(2-[6-(2-cyanophonoxy)pyrimidin-4-yloxy]pkhenyl)-3-

methoxyacrylate (azoxystrobin formulated) (CAS No. 131860–33–8)

(provided for in subheading 3808.20.15) is subject to an NTR duty

rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

9902.38.01, Methyl(E)-2(2-[6-(2-cyanophonoxy)pyrimidin-4-

yloxy]pkhenyl)-3-methoxyacrylate (azoxystrobin formulated ‘‘Heritage,’’ ‘‘Abound,’’ and ‘‘Quadris’’) (CAS No. 13860–33–8) (provided for

in subheading 3808.20.15), with a temporary duty reduction to

5.7% ad valorem until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1165. Fungaflor 500 EC, in preparation form, as a fungicidal

preparation containing the active ingredient

Present law

Fungaflor 500 EC, in preparation form, as a fungicidal preparation containing the active ingredient (CAS No. 35554–44–0) (provided for in subheading 3808.20.15) is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.08,

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Fungaflor 500 EC, in preparation form, (CAS No. 35554–44–0)

(provided for in subheading 3808.20.15), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1166. NORBLOC 7966, in bulk active form as a benzotriazole

stabilizer

Present law

NORBLOC 7966, in bulk active form as a benzotriazole stabilizer

(CAS No. 96478–09–0) (provided for in subheading 2933.90.79), is

subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.20,

NORBLOC 7966, in bulk active form as a benzotriazole stabilizer

(CAS No. 96478–09–0) (provided for in subheading 2933.90.79), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1167. Imazalil, as the active ingredient in fungicides for citrus

fruit

Present law

Imazalil, as the active ingredient in fungicides for citrus fruit

(CAS No. 35554–44–0) (provided for in subheading 2933.29.35), is

subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.10,

Imazalil, as the active ingredient in fungicides for citrus fruit (CAS

No. 35554–44–0) (provided for in subheading 2933.29.35), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1168. 1,5-Dichloroanthraquinone

Present law

1,5-Dichloroanthraquinone (CAS No. 82–46–2) (as provided for in

subheading 2914.70.40) is subject to NTR duty rates of 5.5–7.2% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.29.14 for 1,5-

Dichloroanthraquinone (CAS No. 82–46–2) (as provided for in subheading 2914.70.40) as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1169. 9-Anthracene-carboxylic acid, (triethoxysilyl) methyl

ester (a certain ultraviolet dye)]

Present law

9-Anthracene-carboxylic acid, (triethoxysilyl) methyl ester (a certain ultraviolet dye) (provided for in subheading 2931.00.30) is subject to an NTR duty rate of between 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.17, 9-

Anthracene-carboxylic acid, (triethoxysilyl) methyl ester (a certain

ultraviolet dye) (provided for in subheading 2931.00.30), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1170. 3-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-5- ethenyl-5-methyl-2,4-

oxazolidinedione (Vinclozolin)

Present law

3-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-5- ethenyl-5-methyl-2,4- oxazolidinedione

(Vinclozolin) (CAS No. 50471–44–8) (provided for in subheading

3808.20.15) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.38.20,

3-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-5- ethenyl-5-methyl-2,4- oxazolidinedione

(Vinclozolin) (CAS No. 50471–44–8) (provided for in subheading

3808.20.15), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1171. (E)-2-[1-[[(3-chloro-2-propenyl) oxy] imino] propyl] -3-hydroxy-5 (tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-yl)-2-cyclohexen-1- one

(Tepraloxydim)

Present law

(E)-2-[1-[[(3-chloro-2-propenyl) oxy] imino] propyl]-3-hydroxy-5

(tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-yl)-2-cyclohexen-1- one (Tepraloxydim)

(CAS No. 149979–41–9) (provided for in subheading 3808.30.50) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.64,

(E)-2-[1-[[(3-chloro-2-propenyl) oxy] imino] propyl] -3-hydroxy-5

(tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-yl)-2-cyclohexen-1- one (Tepraloxydim)

(CAS No. 149979–41–9) (provided for in subheading 3808.30.50), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1172. 2-tert-butyl-5-(4-tert-butyl-benzylthio)-4-chloropyridazin-3(2H)-one (Pyridaben)

Present law

2-tert-butyl-5-(4-tert-butyl-benzylthio)-4-chloro-pyridazin- 3(2H)-

one (Pyridaben) (CAS No. 96489–71–3) (provided for in subheading

3808.30.15) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.38.30,

2-tert-butyl-5-(4-tert-butyl-benzylthio)-4-chloro-pyridazin-3(2H)-one

(Pyridaben) (CAS No. 96489–71–3) (provided for in subheading

3808.30.15), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1173. 2-Acetylnicotinic acid

Present law

2-Acetylnicotinic acid (CAS No. 89942–59–6) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new subheading 9902.29.39, 2-Acetylnicotinic acid

(CAS No. 89942–59–6) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.61), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1174. S-adenosylmethionine 1.4 butanedisulfonate (SAMe)

[H.R. 3721]

Present law

S-adenosylmethionine 1.4 butanedisulfonate (SAMe) (CAS No.

557–04–0) (provided for in subheading 2106.90.99) is subject to an

NTR duty rate of 6.4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.21.06,

S-adenosylmethionine 1.4 butanedisulfonate (SAMe) (CAS No. 557–

04–0) (provided for in subheading 2106.90.99), with a duty reduction to 5.5%.

Reason for changes

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1175. 1,5-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-((8-((4-chloro-6-((3-(((4-

choloro-6-((7-((1,5-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-8-hydroxy-3,6-

disulfo-1-naphthlenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl) amino)methyl)

phenyl)amino)- 1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo2-naphthalenyl)azo)-, octa- (Procion Crimson H–EXL)

Present law

1,5-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-((8-((4-chloro-6-((3-(((4-choloro6-((7-((1,5-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-8-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-1-

naphthlenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)methyl) phenyl)amino)-

1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-,

octa- (Procion Crimson H–EXL) (CAS No. 186554–26–7) (provided

for in subheading 3204.16.30) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–

9% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.32.04,

1,5-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-((8-((4-chloro-6-((3-(((4-choloro-6-

((7-((1,5-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-8-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-1-

naphthlenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)methyl) phenyl)amino)-

1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-,

octa- (Procion Crimson H–EXL) (CAS No. 186554–26–7) (provided

for in subheading 3204.16.30), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1176. A mixture of Benzo (1,2-b:4,5-b)difuran-2,6-dione,3-

phenyl-7-(4-propoxyphenyl)-, (CAS No. 79694–17–0); acetic

acid(4-2,6-dihydro-2,6-dioxo-7-phenylbenzo(1,2-b:4,5-b)difuran3-yl)-phenoxy)-2-ethoxyethyl) ester (CAS No. 126877–05–2);

and acetic acid (4-(2,6-dihydro-2, 6-dioxo-7-(4-

propoxphenyl)benzo (1,2-b:4,5-b)difuran-3-yl)phenoxy)-

phenoxy)-, 2-ethoxyethyl ester

Present law

A mixture of Benzo (1,2-b:4,5-b)difuran-2,6-dione,3-phenyl-7-(4-

propoxyphenyl)-, (CAS No. 79694–17–0); acetic acid(4-2,6-dihydro2,6-dioxo-7-phenylbenzo(1,2-b:4,5-b)difuran-3-yl)-phenoxy)-2-

ethoxyethyl) ester (CAS No. 126877–05–2); and acetic acid (4-(2,6-

dihydro-2, 6-dioxo-7-(4-propoxphenyl)benzo (1,2-b:4,5-b)difuran-3-

yl)phenoxy)-phenoxy)-, 2-ethoxyethyl ester (CAS No. 126877–06–3)

(provided for in subheading 3204.11.35) is subject to NTR duty

rates of 6.2–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading for

Dispersol Crimson SF Grains 9902.32.05, a mixture of Benzo (1,2-

b:4,5-b)difuran-2,6-dione,3-phenyl-7-(4-propoxyphenyl)-, (CAS No.

79694–17–0); acetic acid (4-2,6-dihydro-2,6-dioxo-7-phenylbenzo(1,2-

b:4,5-b)difuran-3-yl)-phenoxy)-2-ethoxyethy l) ester (CAS No.

126877–05–2); and acetic acid (4-(2,6-dihydro-2,6-dioxo-7-(4-

propoxphenyl)benzo (1,2-b:4,5-b)difuran-3-yl)phenoxy)-phenoxy)-, 2-

ethoxyethyl ester (CAS No. 126877–06–3) (provided for in subheading 3204.11.35), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1177. Procion Navy H–EXL 9902.32.09, a mixture of 2,7-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 4-amino-3,6-bis[[5-[[4-chloro-6-[(2-

methyl-4-sulfophenyl)amino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]amino]-2-

sulfophenyl]azo]-5-hydroxy-, hexasodium salt (CAS No.

186554–27–8); and 1,5-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-((8-((4-

chloro-6-((3-(((4-chloro-6-((7-((1,5-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl) azo)-8-

hydroxy-3, 6-disulfo-1-naphthlenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-

yl)amino)methyl)phenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-, octaPresent law

Procion Navy H–EXL 9902.32.09, a mixture of 2,7-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 4-amino-3,6-bis[[5-[[4-chloro-6-[(2-

methyl-4-sulfophenyl)amino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]amino]-2-

sulfophenyl]azo]-5-hydroxy-, hexasodium salt (CAS No. 186554–27–

8); and 1,5-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-((8-((4-chloro-6-((3-(((4-

chloro-6-((7-((1,5-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-8-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo1-naphthlenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino) methyl)phenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-2-

naphthalenyl)azo)-, octa- (CAS No. 186554–26–7) (provided for in

subheading 3204.16.30) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading for Procion

Navy H–EXL 9902.32.09, a mixture of 2,7-Naphthalenedisulfonic

acid, 4-amino-3,6-bis[[5-[[4-chloro-6-[(2-methyl-4-sulfophenyl)

amino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]amino]-2-sulfophenyl]azo]-5-hydroxy-,

hexasodium salt (CAS No. 186554–27–8); and 1,5-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 2-((8-((4-chloro-6-((3-(((4-chloro-6-((7-

((1,5-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-8- hydroxy-3,6- disulfo-1-

naphthlenyl)amino)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)methyl)phenyl)amino)-

1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)amino)-1-hydroxy-3,6-disulfo-2-naphthalenyl)azo)-,

octa- (CAS No. 186554–26–7) (provided for in subheading

3204.16.30), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1178. Procion Yellow H–EXL 9902.32.43, a mixture of 1,5-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 3,3-((3-methyl (CAS No. 72906–

24–2) and the 4-methyl compound-1,2-phyenylene)bis(imino(6-

chloro-1,3,5-triazine-4,2-diyl)imino(2-(acetylamino)-5-methoxy4,1-phenylene)azo))bis-, tetrasodium salt (CAS No. 72906–25–

3) [H.R. 3725]

Present law

Procion Yellow H–EXL 9902.32.43, a mixture of 1,5-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 3,3-((3-methyl (CAS No. 72906–24–2)

and the 4-methyl compound-1,2-phyenylene) bis(imino(6-chloro-1,3,

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ylene)azo))bis-, tetrasodium salt (CAS No. 72906–25–3) (provided

for in subheading 3204.16.30) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–

9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by striking heading 9902.32.43 and inserting the new subheading

for Procion Yellow H–EXL 9902.32.43, a mixture of 1,5-

Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 3,3-((3-methyl (CAS No. 72906–24–2)

and the 4-methyl compound-1,2-phyenylene)bis(imino(6-chloro1,3,5-triazine-4,2-diyl)imino(2-(acetylamino)-5-methoxy-4,1-phenylene)azo))bis-, tetrasodium salt (CAS No. 72906–25–3) (provided

for in subheading 3204.16.30), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1179. O-phenyl phenol (ortho-phenyl phenol (‘‘OPP’’))

Present law

O-phenyl phenol (ortho-phenyl phenol (‘‘OPP’’)) (CAS No. 90–43–

7) (provided for in subheading 2907.19.80) is subject to an NTR

duty rate of 5.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,Ophenyl phenol (ortho-phenyl phenol (‘‘OPP’’)) (CAS No. 90–43–7)

(provided for in subheading 2907.19.80), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1180. 2-Methoxy-1-Propene (2-Methoxypropene)

Present law

2-Methoxy-1-Propene (2-Methoxypropene) (CAS No. 116–11–0)

(provided for in subheading 2909.19.18) is subject to an NTR duty

rate of 5.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.29.16,

2-Methoxy-1-Propene (2-Methoxypropene) (CAS No. 116–11–0)

(provided for in subheading 2909.19.18), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1181. 3,5-Difluroaniline

Present law

3,5-Difluroaniline (CAS No. 372–39–4) (provided for in subheading 2921.42.65) is currently subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–

7.9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.29.55,

3,5-Difluroaniline (CAS No. 372–39–4) (provided for in subheading

2921.42.65), with staged temporary duty reductions to ad valorem

rate of 7.4% for calendar years 2000 and 2001, 6.7% for calendar

year 2002, and 6.3% for calendar year 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1182. 3,7-dichloro-8-quinoline carboxylic acid (Quinclorac)

Present law

3,7-dichloro-8-quinoline carboxylic acid (Quinclorac) (CAS No.

84087–01–4) (provided for in subheading 2933.40.30) is currently

subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–7.9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.29.46,

3,7-dichloro-8-quinoline carboxylic acid (Quinclorac) (CAS No.

84087–01–4) (provided for in subheading 2933.40.30), with staged

temporary duty reductions to ad valorem rate of 6.8% for calendar

years 2000 and 2001, 5.9% for calendar year 2002, and 5.4% for

calendar year 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1183. Dispersol Black XF Grains, a mixture of

Napthalenesulfonic acid, polymer with formaldehyde, sodium

salt (CAS No. 36290–04–7); .beta.-Alanine, N-(4-((2-bromo-6-

choloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo) phenyl)-N- (3-methoxy-3-oxoproply)-,

methyl ester (CAS No. 59709–38–5); Ethanol,2,2- ((4-((3,5-

dinitro-2- thienyl)azo)phenyl) imino)bis-, diacetate (ester) (CAS

No. 42783-06-2); and .beta.-Alanine, N-(3-(acetylamino)- 4-((2,4-

dinitrophenly)azo)phenyl)-N-(3-methoxy-3–oxoproply)-, methyl

ester

Present law

Dispersol Black XF Grains, a mixture of Napthalenesulfonic acid,

polymer with formaldehyde, sodium salt (CAS No. 36290–04–7);

.beta.-Alanine, N-(4-((2-bromo-6-choloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo) phenyl)-

N- (3-methoxy-3-oxoproply)-, methyl ester (CAS No. 59709–38–5);

Ethanol,2,2- ((4-((3,5-dinitro-2- thienyl)azo)phenyl) imino)bis-, diacetate (ester) (CAS No. 42783–06–2); and .beta.-Alanine, N-(3-

(acetylamino)- 4-((2,4-dinitrophenly)azo)phenyl)-N-(3-methoxy-3-

oxoproply)-, methyl ester (CAS No. 42783–06–2); and (CAS No.

70729–65–6) (the foregoing provided for in subheading 3204.11.35)

is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new subheading for Dispersol Black XF Grains

9902.32.44, a mixture of Napthalenesulfonic acid, polymer with

formaldehyde, sodium salt (CAS No. 36290–04–7); .beta.-Alanine,

N-(4-((2-bromo-6-choloro-4-nitrophenyl)azo)phenyl)-N-(3-methoxy-3-

oxoproply)-, methyl ester (CAS No. 59709–38–5); Ethanol, 2,2- ((4-

((3,5-dinitro-2- thienyl)azo)phenyl) imino)bis-, diacetate (ester)

(CAS No. 42783–06–2); and .beta.-Alanine, N-(3-(acetylamino)-4-

((2,4-dinitrophenly) azo)phenyl)-N-(3-methoxy-3-oxoproply)-, methyl

ester (CAS No. 42783–06–2); and (CAS No. 70729–65–6) (the foregoing provided for in subheading 3204.11.35), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1184. Fluroxypyr 1-methylheptyl ester (1-methylheptyl ((4

amino-3,5-dichloro-6-fluoro- 2-pyridinyl)oxy)acetate) (FME)

Present law

Fluroxypyr 1-methylheptyl ester (1-methylheptyl ((4 amino-3,5-

dichloro-6-fluoro- 2-pyridinyl)oxy)acetate) (FME)(CAS No. 81406–

37–3) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.25) is subject to NTR

duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

Fluroxypyr 1-methylheptyl ester (1-methylheptyl ((4 amino-3,5-

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dichloro-6-fluoro- 2-pyridinyl)oxy)acetate) (FME)(CAS No. 81406–

37–3) (provided for in subheading 2933.39.25), as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1185. 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, reaction product with N,Ndimethyl-1,3-propanediamine, dimethyl sulfate, quaternized,

60% solution in toluene

Present law

12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, reaction product with N,N-dimethyl-1,3-propanediamine, dimethyl sulfate, quaternized, 60% solution in toluene (CAS No. 70879–66–2) (provided for in subheading 3824.90.28) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.01,

12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, reaction product with N,N-dimethyl1,3-propanediamine, dimethyl sulfate, quaternized, 60% solution in

toluene (CAS No. 70879–66–2) (provided for in subheading

3824.90.28), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1186. 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, reaction product with N,Ndimethyl-1,3-propanediamine, dimethyl sulfate, quaternized

Present law

12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, reaction product with N,N-dimethyl-1,3-propanediamine, dimethyl sulfate, quaternized (CAS

No. 70879–66–2) (provided for in subheading 3824.90.40) is subject

to an NTR duty rate of 4.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading, 9902.38.02,

12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, reaction product with N,N-dimethyl1,3-propanediamine, dimethyl sulfate, quaternized (CAS No.

70879–66–2) (provided for in subheading 3824.90.40), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

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tries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1187. 1-Octadecanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-octadecyl-,(SP-4-

2)- [29H,31H- phthalocyanine-2-sulfonate (3-).

kappa.N29,.kappa.N30,.kappa.N31, .kappa.N32]cuprate(1-)

(solsperse 5000)

Present law

11-Octadecanaminium, N,N- dimethyl-N-octadecyl-,(SP-4-2)-

[29H,31H- phthalocyanine-2-sulfonate (3-).

kappa.N29,.kappa.N30,.kappa.N31, .kappa.N32]cuprate(1-)

(solsperse 5000) (CAS No. 70750–63–9) (provided for in subheading

3824.90.28) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.03,1-

Octadecanaminium, N,N- dimethyl-N-octadecyl-, (SP-4-2)-

[29H,31H-phthalocyanine-2-sulfonate (3-).

kappa.N29,.kappa.N30,.kappa.N31, .kappa.N32]cuprate(1-)

(solsperse 5000) (CAS No. 70750–63–9) (provided for in subheading

3824.90.28), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1188. Tetraacetylethylenediamine

Present law

Tetraacetylethylenediamine (certain TAED chemicals) (CAS No.

10543–57–4) (provided for in subheading 2924.10.10) is subject to

an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

Tetraacetylethylenediamine (certain TAED chemicals) (CAS No.

10543–57–4) (provided for in subheading 2924.10.10), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1189. Isobornyl acetate

Present law

Isobornyl acetate (CAS No. 125–12–2) (provided for in subheading 2915.39.45) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 4.8% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

Isobornyl acetate (CAS No. 125–12–2) (provided for in subheading

2915.39.45), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1190. Solvent Blue 124

Present law

Solvent Blue 124 (CAS No. 29243–26–3) (provided for in subheading 3204.19.20) is subject to NTR duty rates of between 6.5%

and 9.0% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.73,

Solvent Blue 124 (CAS No. 29243–26–3) (provided for in subheading 3204.19.20), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers to reduce costs,

making these companies and downstream product industries more

competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1191. Solvent Blue 104

Present law

Solvent Blue 104 (CAS No. 116–75–6) (provided for in subheading 3204.19.20) is subject to NTR duty rates of between 6.5%

and 9.0% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.72,

Solvent Blue 104 (CAS No. 116–75–6) (provided for in subheading

3204.19.20), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers to reduce costs,

making these companies and downstream product industries more

competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1192. Pro-jet magenta 364 stage

Present law

5-[4-(4,5-dimethyl-2-sulfo-phenylamino)-6-hydroxy-[1,3,5-] triazin2-ylamino]-4-hydroxy-3-(1-sulfo-naphthalen-2-ylazo)-naphthalene2,7-disulphonic acid, sodium/ammonium salt (Pro-Jet Magenta 364

Stage) (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000) is subject to NTR

duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902 —- —,

5-[4-(4,5-dimethyl-2-sulfo-phenylamino)-6-hydroxy-[1,3,5-] triazin-2-

ylamino]-4-hydroxy-3-(1-sulfo-naphthalen-2-ylazo)-naphthalene-2,7-

disulphonic acid, sodium/ammonium salt (Pro-Jet Magenta 364

Stage) (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000), as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers to reduce costs,

making these companies and downstream product industries more

competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1193. Benzensulfonamide,4-amino-2,5-dimethyoxy-N-phenyl

Present law

Benzensulfonamide,4-amino-2,5-dimethyoxy-N-phenyl (CAS No.

52298–44–9) (provided for in subheading 2935.00.10) is subject to

an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.96,

Benzensulfonamide,4-amino-2,5-dimethyoxy-N-phenyl (CAS No.

52298–44–9) (provided for in subheading 2935.00.10), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1194. 10-Undecylenic acid

Present law

10-Undecylenic acid (CAS No. 112–38–9) (provided for in subheading 2916.19.30) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.1% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

10-Undecylenic acid (CAS No. 112–38–9) (provided for in subheading 2916.19.30), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1195. 2-Methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid

Present law

2-Methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid (CAS No. 94–74–6) (provided for in subheading 2918.90.20) is subject to NTR duty rates

of 6.5–8.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01, 2-

Methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid (CAS No. 94–74–6) (provided for

in subheading 2918.90.20), with a duty reduction to 2.6% until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1196. Mixtures of sodium salts of Iminodisuccinate acid

Present law

Mixtures of sodium salts of Iminodisuccinic acid (CAS No.

144538–83–0) (provided for in subheading 3824.90.90) is subject to

an NTR duty rate of 5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.01,

mixtures of sodium salts of Iminodisuccinic acid (CAS No. 144538–

83–0) (provided for in subheading 3824.90.90), as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1197. Mixtures of sodium salts of Iminodisuccinic acid, dissolved in water

Present law

Mixtures of sodium salts of Iminodisuccinic acid, dissolved in

water (provided for in subheading 3824.90.90) are subject to an

NTR duty rate of 5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.02,

mixtures of sodium salts of Iminodisuccinic acid, dissolved in water

(provided for in subheading 3824.90.90), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1198. Polyvinylchloride (PVC) self-adhesive sheets

Present law

Polyvinylchloride (PVC) self-adhesive sheets of a type used to

make bandages (provided for in subheading 3919.19.50) are subject

to an NTR duty rate of 5.8% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.39.01,

Polyvinylchloride (PVC) self-adhesive sheets of a type used to make

bandages (provided for in subheading 3919.19.50), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers to reduce costs,

making these companies more competitive without jeopardizing

any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1199. BEPD 2-Butyl-2-ethylpropanediol

Present law

BEPD 2-Butyl-2-ethylpropanediol (CAS No. 115–84–4) (provided

for in subheading 2905.39.90) is subject to NTR duty rates of 5.5–

7.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

BEPD 2-Butyl-2-ethylpropanediol (CAS No. 115–84–4) (provided for

in subheading 2905.39.90), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1200. Cyclohexadec-8-en-1-one

Present law

Cyclohexadec-8-en-1-one (CAS No. 3100–36–5) (provided for in

subheading 2914.29.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 4.8% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

Cyclohexadec-8-en-1-one (CAS No. 3100–36–5) (provided for in subheading 2914.29.50), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1201. N-Cyclopropyl-N-(1,1-dimethylethy)-6-(methylthio)-1,3,5-

triazine-2,4-diamine (a paint additive chemical) (certain

polyamides)

Present law

N-Cyclopropyl-N-(1,1-dimethylethy)-6-(methylthio)-1,3,5-triazine2,4-diamine (a paint additive chemical) (certain polyamides) (CAS

No. 28159–98–0) (provided for in subheading 2933.69.60) is subject

to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new heading 9902.29.33, N-Cyclopropyl-N-(1,1-

dimethylethy)-6-(methylthio)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diamine (a paint additive chemical) (certain polyamides) (CAS No. 28159–98–0) (provided for in subheading 2933.69.60), as duty free until December

31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1202. Ortho-cumyl-octylphenol (OCOP)

Present law

Ortho-cumyl-octylphenol (OCOP) (CAS No. 73936–80–8) (provided for in subheading 2907.19.80) is subject to an NTR duty rate

of 5.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of Provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

Ortho-cumyl-octylphenol (OCOP) (CAS No. 73936–80–8) (provided

for in subheading 2907.19.80), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1203. Micro-porous ultra fine spherical forms of polyamides 6,

12, and 6/12 powder

Present law

Micro-porous ultra fine spherical forms of polyamides 6, 12, and

6/12 powder (provided for in subheading 3908.10.00) are subject to

NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.39.08,

Micro-porous ultra fine spherical forms of polyamides 6, 12, and 6/

12 powder (provided for in subheading 3908.10.00), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1204. A certain Alkylsulfonie Acid Ester of Phenol (Mesamoll)

Present law

A certain Alkylsulfonie Acid Ester of Phenol (Mesamoll) (CAS

No. 70775–94–9) (provided for in subheading 3812.20.10) is subject

to an NTR duty rate of 11% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.38.14,

a certain Alkylsulfonie Acid Ester of Phenol (Mesamoll) (CAS No.

70775–94–9) (provided for in subheading 3812.20.10), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1205. A mixture of N-Phenyl-N-((trichloromethyl)thio)-

Benzenesulfonamide; calcium carbonate; and mineral oil

(Vulkalent E/C)

Present law

A mixture of N-Phenyl-N-((trichloromethyl)thio)-

Benzenesulfonamide; calcium carbonate; and mineral oil (Vulkalent

E/C) (provided for in subheading 3824.90.28) is subject to an NTR

duty rate of 9.3% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.38.30,

a mixture of N- Phenyl-N-((trichloromethyl)thio)-Benzene-, sulfonamide; calcium carbonate; and mineral oil (Vulkalent E/C) (proVerDate 11-MAY-2000 19:07 Aug 01, 2000 Jkt 079006 PO 00000 Frm 00102 Fmt 6659 Sfmt 6602 E:\HR\OC\HR789.XXX pfrm08 PsN: HR789
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vided for in subheading 3824.90.28), as duty free until December

31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1206. A certain 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (Baytron M)

Present law

A certain 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (Baytron M) (CAS No.

126213–50–1) (provided for in subheading 2934.90.90) is subject to

an NTR duty rate of 5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.29.34,

a certain 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (Baytron M) (CAS No.

126213–50–1) (provided for in subheading 2934.90.90), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1207. A certain catalytic preparation based on Iron (III)

toluenesulfonate (Baytron C–R)

Present law

A certain catalytic preparation based on Iron (III)

toluenesulfonate (Baytron C–R) (CAS No. 77214–82–5) (provided

for in subheading 3815.90.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 5%

ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.38.15,

a certain catalytic preparation based on Iron (III) toluenesulfonate

(Baytron C–R) (CAS No. 77214–82–5) (provided for in subheading

3815.90.50), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1208. A certain mixture of water and poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)- poly (styrenesulfonate) (cationic) (Baytron P)

Present law

A certain mixture of water and poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)- poly (styrenesulfonate) (cationic) (Baytron P) (CAS

No. 155090–83–8) (provided for in subheading 3911.90.25) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.1% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.39.01, a

certain mixture of water and poly(3,4-ethylene- dioxythiophene)-

poly (styrenesulfonate) (cationic) (Baytron P) (CAS No. 155090–83–

8) (provided for in subheading 3911.90.25), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1209. Dimethyl dicarbonate

Present law

Dimethyl dicarbonate (CAS No. 4525–33–1) (provided for in subheading 2920.90.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

Dimethyl dicarbonate (CAS No. 4525–33–1) (provided for in subheading 2920.90.50), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1210. 2,4-dichloro-5-hydroxyhydrazine hydrochloride (KN001

(a hydrochloride))

Present law

2,4-dichloro-5-hydroxyhydrazine hydrochloride (KN001 (a hydrochloride)) (CAS No. 189573–21–5) (provided for in subheading

2928.00.25) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.01,

2,4-dichloro-5-hydroxyhydrazine hydrochloride (KN001 (a hydrochloride)) (CAS No. 189573–21–5) (provided for in subheading

2928.00.25), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1211. Methyl thioglycolate

Present law

Methyl thioglycolate (CAS No. 2365–48–2) (provided for in subheading 2930.90.90) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.02,

Methyl thioglycolate (CAS No. 2365–48–2) (provided for in subheading 2930.90.90), as duty-free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1212. Methyl-4-trifluoromethoxyphenyl-N-(chlorocarbonyl) carbamate (KL540)

Present law

Methyl-4-trifluoromethoxyphenyl-N-(chlorocarbonyl) carbamate

(KL540) (CAS No. 173903–15–6) (provided for in subheading

2924.29.70) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.3% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.03,

Methyl-4-trifluoromethoxyphenyl-N-(chlorocarbonyl) carbamate

(KL540) (CAS No. 173903–15–6) (provided for in subheading

2924.29.70), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1213. (S)-6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-4-E-cyclopropylethenyl-4-

trifluoromethyl-2(1H)-quinozolinone (DPC 083)

Present law

(S)-6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-4-E-cyclopropylethenyl-4-trifluoromethyl2(1H)- quinozolinone (DPC 083) (CAS No. 214287–99–7) (provided

for in subheading 2933.90.46) is subject to an NTR duty rate of

6.5% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.04,

(S)-6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-4-E-cyclopropylethenyl-4-trifluoromethyl2(1H)-quinozolinone (DPC 083) (CAS No. 214287–99–7) (provided

for in subheading 2933.90.46), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1214. (S)-6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-4-cyclopropylethynyl-4-

trifluoromethyl-2(1H)-quinozolinone (DPC 961)

Present law

(S)-6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-4-cyclopropylethynyl-4-trifluoromethyl2(1H)- quinozolinone (DPC 961) (CAS No. 214287–88–4) (provided

for in subheading 2933.90.46) is subject to an NTR duty rate of

6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.20.05,

(S)-6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-4-cyclopropylethynyl-4- trifluoromethyl2(1H)-quinozolinone (DPC 961) (CAS No. 214287–88–4) (provided

for in subheading 2933.90.46), as duty free until December 31,

2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1215. Sodium petroleum sulfonate

Present law

Sodium petroleum sulfonate (CAS No. 68608–26–4) (provided for

in subheading 3402.11.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7%

ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.34.01,

Sodium petroleum sulfonate (CAS No. 68608–26–4) (provided for in

subheading 3402.11.50), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1216. Direct blue 199

Present law

Direct blue 199 (CAS No. 80146–12–9) (provided for in subheading 3204.14.30) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.20,

Direct blue 199 (CAS No. 80146–12–9) (provided for in subheading

3204.14.30), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1217. Direct black 184

Present law

Direct black 184 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.05,

Direct black 184 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1218. Direct yellow 173

Present law

Direct yellow 173 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000) is

subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.10,

Direct yellow 173 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1219. Solvent Yellow 145

Present law

Solvent Yellow 145 (CAS No. 27425–55–4) (provided for in subheading 3204.19.2595) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–10.6% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.46,

Solvent Yellow 145 (CAS No. 27425–55–4) (provided for in subheading 3204.19.2595), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1220. Direct violet 107

Present law

Direct violet 107 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000) is

subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.15,

Direct violet 107 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1221. Direct blue 307

Present law

Direct blue 307 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.17,

Direct blue 307 (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1222. [(2-Hydroxyethylsul famoyl)sulfophthalocyaninato] copper (II), mixed isomers

Present law

[(2-Hydroxyethylsul famoyl)sulfophthalocyaninato] copper (II),

mixed isomers (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000) is subject

to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.23,

[(2-Hydroxyethylsul famoyl)sulfophthalocyaninato] copper (II),

mixed isomers (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1223. Methyl 2-[[[[[-4(dimethylamino) -6-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-

1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]- amino]carbonyl] amino]sulfonyl]-3-

methylbenzoate (a triflusulfuron methyl formulated product)

Present law

Methyl 2-[[[[[-4(dimethylamino)-6-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-1,3,5-

triazin-2-yl]-amino]carbonyl] amino]sulfonyl]-3-methylbenzoate (a

triflusulfuron methyl formulated product) (CAS No. 126535–15–7)

(provided for in subheading 3808.30.15) is subject to an NTR duty

rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.01,

Methyl 2-[[[[[-4(dimethylamino)-6-(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-1,3,5-

triazin-2-yl]-amino]carbonyl] amino]sulfonyl]-3-methylbenzoate (a

triflusulfuron methyl formulated product) (CAS No. 126535–15–7)

(provided for in subheading 3808.10.15), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1224. [29H, 31H-Phthalocyaninato (2-)-xN29, xN30, xN31,

xN32], copper [[2-[4-(2-amino-ethyl)-1-piperazinyl]ethyl]-

amino]-sulfonylaminosulfonyl [(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]- sulfonyl

[[2-[[2-(1-piperazinyl)ethyl]amino) ethyl]amino]- sulfonyl sulfo

derivatives and their sodium salts

Present law

[29H, 31H-Phthalocyaninato (2-)-xN29, xN30, xN31, xN32], copper [[2-[4-(2-amino-ethyl)-1-piperazinyl]ethyl]-amino]-

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sulfonylaminosulfonyl [(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-sulfonyl [[2-[[2-(1-

piperazinyl)ethyl]amino) ethyl]amino]- sulfonyl sulfo derivatives

and their sodium salts (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000)

is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.24,

[29H, 31H-Phthalocyaninato (2-)-xN29, xN30, xN31, xN32], copper

[[2-[4-(2-amino-ethyl)-1-piperazinyl]ethyl]-amino]-

sulfonylaminosulfonyl [(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]- sulfonyl [[2-[[2-(1-

piperazinyl)ethyl]amino) ethyl]amino]- sulfonyl sulfo derivatives

and their sodium salts (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000),

as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1225. Copper, [29H, 31H-phthalocyaninato(2-)-N29, N30, N31,

N32]-, aminosulfonyl sulfo derivs., sodium salts (Pro-Jet Cyan

1 RO Feed)

Present law

Copper, [29H, 31H-phthalocyaninato(2-)-N29, N30, N31, N32]-,

aminosulfonyl sulfo derivs., sodium salts (Pro-Jet Cyan 1 RO Feed)

(CAS No. 80146–12–9) (provided for in subheading 3204.14.50) is

subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–10.6% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

9902.32.02, Copper, [29H, 31H-phthalocyaninato(2-)-N29, N30,

N31, N32]-, aminosulfonyl sulfo derivs., sodium salts (Pro-Jet Cyan

1 RO Feed) (CAS No. 80146–12–9) (provided for in subheading

3204.14.50), as duty free until December 31, 2000.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1226. Direct Black 195

Present law

Direct Black 195 (CAS No. 160512–93–6) (provided for in subheading 3204.14.30) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

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9902.32.03, Direct Black 195 (CAS No. 160512–93–6) (provided for

in subheading 3204.14.30), as duty free until December 31, 2000.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1227. 4-(Cyclopropyl-a-hydroxy-methylene)-3,5-dioxocyclohexanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester

Present law

4-(Cyclopropyl-a-hydroxy-methylene)-3,5-dioxo-cyclohexane-carboxylic acid ethyl ester (CAS No. 95266–40–3) (provided for in subheading 2918.90.50) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new heading 9902.29.22, 4-(Cyclopropyl-a-hydroxymethylene)-3,5-dioxo-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester (CAS

No. 95266–40–3) (provided for in subheading 2918.90.50), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1228. 4′′-Epimethylamino-4′′-deoxyavermectin B1a and B1b

benozates

Present law

4′′-Epimethylamino-4′′-deoxyavermectin B1a and B1b benozates

(CAS No. 137512–74–4) (provided for in subheading 2938.90.00) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.7% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new heading 9902.29.38, 4′′-Epimethylamino-4′′-

deoxyavermectin B1a and B1b benozates (CAS No. 137512–74–4)

(provided for in subheading 2938.90.00), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1229. Formulations containing 2-[4-[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-

pyridinyl) oxy]-phenoxy]-2-propynyl ester

Present law

Formulations containing 2-[4-[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-pyridinyl) oxy]-

phenoxy]-2-propynyl ester (CAS No. 105512–06–9) (provided for in

subheading 3808.30.15) are subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.19,

Formulations containing 2-[4-[(5-chloro-3-fluoro-2-pyridinyl) oxy]-

phenoxy]-2-propynyl ester (CAS No.105512–06–9) (provided for in

subheading 3808.30.15), with a duty reduction to 3% until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1230. Certain end-use products containing

benzenesulfonamide,2-(2-chloroethoxy) N-[[4methoxy-6-methyl1,3,5- triazin-2-yl)amino] carbonyl]- (CAS No. 82097–50–5) and

3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid

Present law

Certain end-use products containing benzenesulfonamide,2-(2-

chloroethoxy) N-[[4methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5- triazin-2-yl)amino] carbonyl]- (CAS No. 82097–50–5) and 3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic

acid (CAS No. 1918–00–9) (provided for in subheading 3808.30.15)

are subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.21,

Certain end-use products containing benzenesulfonamide, 2-(2-

chloroethoxy)N-[[4methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5- triazin-2-yl)amino] carbonyl]- (CAS No. 82097–50–5) and 3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic

acid (CAS No. 1918–00–9) (provided for in subheading 3809.30.15),

as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1231. Methyl (E,E)-a-(mexthoxyimino)-2-[[[[1-[3-

(trifluoromethyl)phenyl] ethylidene]oxy]methyl]benzeneacetate

Present law

Methyl (E,E)-a-(mexthoxyimino)-2-[[[[1-[3-

(trifluoromethyl)phenyl] ethylidene]oxy]methyl]benzeneacetate

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(CAS No. 141517–21–7) (provided for in subheading 2929.90.20) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 10.4% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by striking heading 9902.29.41 and inserting the new heading

9902.29.41, Methyl (E,E)-a-(mexthoxyimino)- 2-[[[[1-[3-

(trifluoromethyl)phenyl] ethylidene]oxy]methyl]benzeneacetate

(CAS No. 141517–21–7) (provided for in subheading 2929.90.20), as

duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1232. Formulations containing Sulfur

Present law

Formulations containing Sulfur (CAS No. 7704–34–9) (provided

for in subheading 3808.20.50) are subject to an NTR duty rate of

5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.13,

Formulations containing Sulfur (CAS No. 7704–34–9) (provided for

in subheading 3808.20.50), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1233. Formulations containing 3-(6-methoxy-4-methyl-1,3,5-

triazin-2-yl)-1-[2-(2-chloro-ethoxy)-phenylsulfonyl]-urea

Present law

Formulations containing 3-(6-methoxy-4-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-

yl)-1-[2-(2-chloro-ethoxy)-phenylsulfonyl]-urea (CAS No. 82097–50–

5) (provided for in subheading 3808.30.15) are subject to an NTR

duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the f new heading 9902.38.09,

Formulations containing 3-(6-methoxy-4-methyl-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl)-

1-[2-(2-chloro-ethoxy)-phenylsulfonyl]-urea (CAS No. 82097–50–5)

(provided for in subheading 3808.30.15), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

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tries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1234. Forumulations containing 4-Cyclopropyl-6-methyl-Nphenyl-2- pyrimidinamine-4-(2,2-difluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4-yl)-

1H-pyrrole-3-carbonitrile

Present law

Forumulations containing 4-Cyclopropyl-6-methyl-N-phenyl-2-

pyrimidinamine-4-(2,2-difluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4-yl)-1H-pyrrole-3-

carbonitrile (CAS No.131341–86–1) (provided for in subheading

3808.20.15) are subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.14,

Formulations containing 4-Cyclopropyl-6-methyl-N-phenyl-2-

pyrimidinamine-4-(2,2-difluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4- yl)-1H-pyrrole-3-

carbonitrile (CAS No. 131341–86–1) (provided for in subheading

3808.20.15), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1235. (R)-2-[2,6-dimethylphenyl)-methoxyacetyl-amino]-propionic acid methyl ester

Present law

(R)-2-[2,6-dimethylphenyl)-methoxyacetyl-amino]-propionic acid

methyl ester (CAS Nos. 7–830–17–7 and 69516–34–3) (provided for

in subheading 2924.29.47) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.1%

ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new heading 9902.29.27, (R)-2-[2,6-

dimethylphenyl)-methoxyacetyl-amino]-propionic acid methyl ester

(CAS Nos. 7–830–17–7 and 69516–34–3) (provided for in subheading 2924.29.47), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1236. Formulations containing Benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic

acid S-methyl ester

Present law

Formulations containing Benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic acid Smethyl ester (CAS No. 135158–54–2) (provided for in subheading

3808.90.08) are subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.22,

Formulations containing Benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic acid Smethyl ester (CAS No. 135158–54–2) (provided for in subheading

3808.90.08), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1237. Benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic acid S-methyl ester

Present law

Benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic acid S-methyl ester (CAS No.

135158–54–2) (provided for in subheading 2934.90.18) is subject to

an NTR duty rate of 8.2% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.33,

Benzothialdiazole-7-carbothioic acid S-methyl ester (CAS No.

135158–54–2) (provided for in subheading 2934.90.18), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1238. O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl)-O-ethyl-S-propyl

phosphorothioate

Present law

O-(4-Bromo-2-chlorophenyl)-O-ethyl-S-propyl phosphorothioate

(CAS No. 41198–08–7) (provided for in subheading 2930.90.10) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new heading 9902.29.30, O-(4-Bromo-2-

chlorophenyl)-O-ethyl-S-propyl phosphorothioate (CAS No. 41198–

08–7) (provided for in subheading 2930.90.10), as duty free until

December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1239. 1-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-4-propyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl]

methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazole

resent law

1-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-4-propyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl] methyl]-1H1,2,4-triazole (CAS No. 60207–90–1) (provided for in subheading

2934.90.12) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.3% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new heading 9902.29.35, 1-[[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-

4-propyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl] methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triazole (CAS No.

60207–90–1) (provided for in subheading 2934.90.12), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1240. Tetrahydro-3-methyl-N-nitro-5[[2-phenylthio)-5-

thiazolyl]-4-H-1,3,5-oxadiazin-4-imine

Present law

Tetrahydro-3-methyl-N-nitro-5[[2-phenylthio)-5-thiazolyl]-4-H1,3,5-oxadiazin-4-imine (CAS No. 192439–46–6) (provided for in

subheading 2934.10.10) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.3% ad

valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.34,

tetrahydro-3-methyl-N-nitro-5[[2-phenylthio)-5-thiazolyl]-4-H-1,3,5-

oxadiazin-4-imine (CAS No. 192439–46–6) (provided for in subheading 2934.10.10), with a duty reduction to 4.3% until December

31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1241. 1-(4-methoxy-6-methyl-triazin-2-yl)-3-[2-(3,3,3-

trifluoropropyl)-phenylsulfonyl]-urea

Present law

1-(4-methoxy-6-methyl-triazin-2-yl)-3-[2-(3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)-

phenylsulfonyl]-urea (CAS No. 94125–34–5) (provided for in subheading 3808.30.15) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

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triazin-2-yl)-3-[2-(3,3,3-trifluoropropyl)-phenylsulfonyl]-urea (CAS

No. 94125–34–5) (provided for in subheading 3808.30.15), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1242. 1,2,4-Triazin-3(2H)one,4,5-dihydro-6-meth-yl-4-[(3-

pyridinylmeth-ylene)amino]

Present law

1,2,4-Triazin-3(2H)one,4,5-dihydro-6-meth-yl-4-[(3-pyridinylmethylene)amino] (CAS No. 23312–89–0) (provided for in subheading

2933.69.60) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 3.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting the new heading 9902.29.33 1,2,4-Triazin-3(2H)one,

4,5-dihydro-6-meth-yl-4-[(3-pyridinylmeth-ylene)amino] (CAS No.

23312–89–0) (provided for in subheading2933.69.60), as duty free

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1243. 4-(2,2-difluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4-yl)-1H-pyrrole-3-

carbonitrile

Present law

4-(2,2-difluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4-yl)-1H-pyrrole-3-carbonitrile

(CAS No. 131341–86–1) (provided for in subheading 2934.90.12) is

subject to an NTR duty rate of 8.3% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.29.34, 4-

(2,2-difluoro-1,3-benzodioxol-4-yl)-1H-pyrrole-3- carbonitrile (CAS

No. 131341–86–1) (provided for in subheading 2934.90.12), as duty

free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

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Sec. 1244. 2-(((((4,6-Di- methoxypyrimi- din-2-yl) aminocarbonyl))-

N,N-dimethyl-3- pyridinecarboxamide (Accent)

Present law

2-(((((4,6-Di- methoxypyrimi- din-2-yl) aminocarbonyl))-N,N-dimethyl-3- pyridinecarboxamide (Accent) (CAS No. 111991–09–4)

(provided for in subheading 3808.30.15) is subject to an NTR duty

rate of 6.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.38.01, 2-

(((((4,6-Di- methoxypyrimi- din-2-yl) aminocarbonyl))-N,N- dimethyl-3-pyridinecarboxamide (Accent) (CAS No. 111991–09–4)

(provided for in subheading 3808.30.15), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the US and make the

final product more affordable to US farmers without jeopardizing

any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1245. 5-Amino-1(2,6,-dichloro-4-trifluromethy-1)phynyl)-4-

((1,r,s,)-trifluromethy-1)sulfinyl)-1-h-pyrazole-3-carbonitrile:

fipronil 90mp (Fipronil Technical)

Present law

5-Amino-1(2,6,-dichloro-4-trifluromethy-1)phynyl)-4-((1,r,s,)-

trifluromethy-1)sulfinyl)-1-h-pyrazole-3-carbonitrile: fipronil 90mp

(Fipronil Technical) (CAS No. 120068–37–3) (provided for in subheading 2933.19.23) is subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.3% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

9902.29.47, 5-Amino-1(2,6,-dichloro-4-trifluromethy-1)phynyl)-4-

((1,r,s,)-trifluromethy-1)sulfinyl)-1-h-pyrazole-3-carbonitrile: fipronil

90mp (Fipronil Technical) (CAS No. 120068–37–3) (provided for in

subheading 2933.19.23), with a duty reduction to 5% ad valorem

until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1246. Monochrome glass envelopes

Present law

Monochrome glass envelopes (provided for in subheading

7011.20.40) are subject to an NTR duty rate of 5.2% ad valorem.

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Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in the numerical sequence the new heading

9902.70.01, monochrome glass envelopes (provided for in subheading 7011.20.40), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1247. Ceramic coater used for laying down and drying ceramic

Present law

Ceramic coater used for laying down and drying ceramic (as provided for in subheading 8479.89.97), is subject to NTR duty rate of

2.5% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 99, subchapter II of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9902.84.00 for ceramic coater

used for laying down and drying ceramic (provided for in subheading 8479.89.97), as duty free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. manufacturers of these products to reduce costs, making the products more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1248. Pro-jet black 263 stage

Present law

5-[4-(7-amino-1-hydroxy-3-sulfo-naphthalen-2-ylazo)-2,5-bis-(2-hydroxy-ethoxy)-phenylazo]-isophthalic acid, lithium salt (Pro-Jet

Black 263 Stage) (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.74, 5-

[4-(7-amino-1-hydroxy-3-sulfo-naphthalen-2-ylazo)-2,5-bis-(2-hydroxy-ethoxy)-phenylazo]-isophthalic acid, lithium salt (Pro-Jet

Black 263 Stage) (provided for in subheading 3204.14.3000), as

duty-free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1249. Pro-jet fast black 286 paste

Present law

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Jet Fast Black 286 Paste) (CAS No. 201932–24–3) (provided for in

subheading 3204.14.3000) is subject to NTR duty rates of 6.5–9%

ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new heading 9902.32.44,

1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-[[4-[(7-amino-1-hydroxy-3-sulfo-2-

naphthalenyl)azo]-6-sulfo-1-naphthalenyl]azo]-, sodium salt (ProJet Fast Black 286 Paste) (CAS No. 201932–24–3) (provided for in

subheading 3204.14.3000), as duty-free until December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs, making the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1250. Certain steam and other vapor generating boilers used

in nuclear facilities

Present law

Watertube boilers with a steam production exceeding 45 t per

hour, for use in nuclear facilities (provided for in subheading

8402.11.00), are subject to NTR duty rates of 5.2% ad valorem.

Explanation of provision

The provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

by inserting in numerical sequence the new subheading 9902.84.02,

Watertube boilers with a steam production exceeding 45 t per hour,

for use in nuclear facilities (provided for in subheading 8402.11.00),

with a duty reduction to 4.9% ad valorem until December 31, 2003.

The duty reduction applies only to those binding contracts that

have been entered into on or before the date of enactment of this

Act and does not apply to any contracts entered into after such

date.

Reason for change

This duty reduction will reduce costs to nuclear power facilities

operators, and the Committee expects that these savings will be

passed directly and entirely to the consumer.

Chapter 2—Existing Duty Suspensions and Reductions

Sec. 1301. Extension of Certain Existing Duty Suspensions and Reductions

(a) Existing Duty Suspensions

Present law

(1) The temporary duty suspension for DEMT (provided for in

subheading 9902.32.12) would expire December 31, 2001, after

which time the product would be subject to an NTR duty rate of

between 6.5% and 10.6% ad valorem.

(2) The temporary suspension of duty on a certain polymer (provided for in 9902.39.07) is to expire December 31, 2001, after which

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time the product would be subject to an NTR duty rate of 6.5% ad

valorem.

(3) The temporary suspension of duty on 4-hexylresorcinol (provided for in subheading 9902.29.07) is to expire December 31, 2001,

after which time the product would be subject to an NTR duty rate

of 5.5% ad valorem.

(4) The temporary suspension of duty on certain sensitizing dyes

(provided for in subheading 9902.29.37) is to expire December 31,

2001.

(5) The temporary suspension of duty on certain organic pigments and dyes (provided for in subheading 9902.32.07) is to expire

December 31, 2001.

(6) The temporary suspension of duty on certain semi-manufactured forms of gold (provided for in subheading 9902.71.08) is to expire December 31, 2001, after which time the product would be

subject to an NTR duty rate of 4.1% ad valorem.

(7) The temporary suspension on DPXE 6578 (provided for in

subheading 9902.33.59) is duty free until December 31, 2001, after

which time the product would be subject to an NTR duty rate of

9.3% ad valorem (as provided for in subheading 2933.59.70).

(8) The temporary suspension on Rimsulfuron (provided for in

subheading 9902.33.60) is duty free until December 31, 2000, after

which time the product would be subject to an NTR duty rate of

9.3% ad valorem (as provided for in subheading 2935.00.75).

Explanation of provisions

This provision amends the above HTSUS headings to extend

those temporary duty suspensions until December 31, 2004.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to continue to keep costs down, which would continue to make the chemicals and downstream product industries more competitive without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1301. Existing Duty Suspensions and Reductions

(b) Existing Duty Reductions

Present law

Ethylene/tetra-fluoroethylene copolymer (ETFE) (provided for in

subheading 3904.69.50) is currently subject to an NTR duty rate of

6.5% ad valorem, and a duty reduction rate of 3.3% ad valorem

(provided for in subheading 9902.29.68) until December 31, 2001.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subheading 9902.29.68 of the HTSUS by

extending the duty reduction rate to 12/31/2003. The NTR rate of

duty is provided above to make importers aware that this product

is classified under two separate HTSUS headings, and that all importers of the above product may avail themselves of the duty reduction rate.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to continue the reduced costs, keeping the chemicals and downstream

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product industries more competitive without jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Sec. 1302. Extension of, and other Modifications to, Existing Duty

Reductions

Present law

(a) Carbamic Acid (U–9069)—The duty free status for Carbamic

Acid (U–9069) will expire December 31, 2000, and the product

would be subject to an NTR duty rate of 9.3% ad valorem (as provided for in subheading 2935.00.75).

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

in heading 9902.33.61, by reducing the current rate reduction to a

free rate of duty, and extends the temporary suspension of duty on

Carbamic Acid (U–9069) to December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Present law

(b) DPX–E9260 (as provided for in subheading 9902.33.63) is

duty free until December 31, 2000, at which time it will be subject

to an NTR duty rate of 5.3% ad valorem (as provided for in subheading 2935.00.75).

Explanation of provision

This provision amends subchapter II of chapter 99 of the HTSUS

in heading 9902.33.63, by reducing the current rate reduction to a

free rate of duty, and extends the temporary suspension of duty on

DPX–E9260 to December 31, 2003.

Reason for change

This provision would enable U.S. chemical manufacturers to reduce costs of manufacturing the herbicide in the United States,

making the final product more affordable to U.S. farmers without

jeopardizing any domestic manufacturer.

Subtitle B—Other Tariff Provisions

Chapter 1—Liquidation or Reliquidation of Certain Entries

Sec. 1401. Certain identified entries

Present law

Certain identified entries were incorrectly liquidated by U.S.

Customs.

Explanation of provision

This provision provides for the liquidation or reliquidation of certain identified entries in accordance with a final decision of the

U.S. Department of Commerce under the Tariff Act of 1930.

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Reason for change

These entries were liquidated in error, and this provision would

authorize U.S. Customs to reliquidate these entries at the correct

rate of duty.

Sec. 1402. Certain Identified Color Televisions

Present law

Certain identified entries were incorrectly liquidated by U.S.

Customs

Explanation of provision

This provision provides for the liquidation or reliquidation of certain identified color television receiver entries.

Reason for change

These entries were incorrectly liquidated, and this provision

would authorize U.S. Customs to reliquidate these entries at the

correct rate of duty.

Sec. 1403. Certain identified entries of copper and brass sheet and

strip

Present law

Certain identified entries of copper and brass sheet and strip entered during the period between May 26, 1989, to November 1992

were inadvertently liquidated by the Customs Service.

Explanation of provision

This provision provides for the liquidation or reliquidation of certain identified entries of copper and brass sheet and strip entered

during the period between May 26, 1989, to November, 1992.

Reason for change

These entries were liquidated in error, and this provision would

authorize U.S. Customs to reliquidate these entries at the correct

rate of duty.

Sec. 1404. Antifriction bearings

Present law

Certain identified entries of antifriction bearings covering the period between May 26, 1989 and March 21, 1990 were inadvertently

liquidated by U.S. Customs.

Explanation of provision

This provision would provide for the liquidation or reliquidation

of certain identified entries of antifriction bearings covering the period between May 26, 1989 and March 21, 1990.

Reason for change

These entries were liquidated in error, and this provision would

authorize U.S. Customs to reliquidate these entries at the correct

rate of duty.

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Sec. 1405. Antifriction bearings

Present law

Certain identified entries of antifriction bearings covering the period of April 4, 1990 and May 15, 1991 were inadvertently liquidated by U.S. Customs.

Explanation of provision

This provision would provide for the liquidation or reliquidation

of certain identified entries of antifriction bearings covering the period of between April 4, 1990 and May 15, 1991.

Reason for change

These entries were liquidated in error, and this provision would

authorize U.S. Customs to reliquidate these entries at the correct

rate of duty.

Chapter 2—Special Classification Relating to Product Development

and Testing

Sec. 1411–1415. Importing prototypes

Present law

Under current law, prototypes imported into the United States

for product development testing and product evaluation purposes

are subject to Custom duty upon their importation into the United

States unless they qualify for duty-free treatment under special

trade programs or unless entered under a temporary importation

bond.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend chapter 98, subchapter XVII of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9817.85.01 for duty-free treatment of prototypes imported exclusively for development, testing,

product evaluation, or quality control purposes.

Reason for change

This provision would allow prototypes, as defined under this Act,

as duty free with certain specified exceptions and restrictions,

under new heading 9817.85.01 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule

of the United States.

This provision is needed because, notwithstanding that the prototypes are subject to duty when imported, U.S. Customs includes

the value of the prototypes in the value of production articles which

are imported later, as dutiable design and development costs. The

double assessment of duties on prototypes discourages development

and testing in the United States.

Chapter 3—Prohibition on Importation of Products Made with Dog

or Cat Fur

Sec. 1421–1423

Present law

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tation, or introduction into interstate commerce, of products containing cat and dog fur.

Explanation of provision

This provision would prohibit the importation into, and exportation from, the United States, of products made with dog or cat

fur, as well as prohibit the sale, manufacture, offer for sale, transportation, and distribution of products made with dog or cat fur in

the United States. Under this provision all current penalties as

well as additional civil and criminal penalties under this provision

are applicable.

Reason for change

Current law does not prohibit the importation into, and exportation from, the United States, of products made with dog or cat

fur, nor does current law prohibit the sale, manufacture, offer for

sale, transportation, and distribution in the United States of products made with dog or cat fur. There is reliable evidence that products made with dog and cat fur are being imported into the United

States. Often these products are deceptively labeled. Some foreign

producers house, transport, and slaughter these animals in inhumane ways. This provision seeks to discourage these inhumane

practices by prohibiting importation of dog and cat fur products.

Because the provision also prohibits such practices in the United

States.

Chapter 4—Miscellaneous Provisions

Sec. 1431. Alternative mid-point interest accounting methodology

for underpayment of duties and fees

Present law

Under current law, the discretionary authority for the Secretary

of the Treasury to prescribe alternative mid-point interest accounting methodology used by importers terminates on the date on

which the ‘‘Revised National Customs Automation Test Regarding

Reconciliation’’ of the Customs Service terminates, or on October 1,

2000, whichever occurs earlier.

Explanation of provision

This provision makes permanent the authority of the Secretary

of the Treasury to prescribe alternative mid-point interest accounting methodology used by importers.

Reason for change

This provision provides the Secretary of the Treasury and importers with certainty regarding accounting methodology relating

to mid-point interest.

Sec. 1432. Exception from making formal entry for certain vessels

Present law

U.S. Customs regulations applicable to section 434 of the Tariff

Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1434) requires operators of American flag

ships carrying in-bond cargo between U.S. ports to both report and

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dition, section 434 requires making formal entry for a vessel anchored at Belle Isle Anchorage, Port of Detroit, Michigan, awaiting

availability of cargo or for taking on a pilot or awaiting pilot services, prior to proceeding to the Port of Toledo-Sandusky, Ohio.

Explanation of provision

This provision adds a seventh exception to the list of six existing

exceptions from making formal entry for a vessel transporting

bonded cargo, and for a vessel required to anchor at Belle Isle Anchorage, Port of Detroit, Michigan, while awaiting the availability

of cargo or for the purpose of taking on a pilot or awaiting pilot

services, prior to proceeding to the Port of Toledo-Sandusky, Ohio.

Reason for change

This provision would eliminate the burden of requiring a vessel

carrying bonded merchandise to make entry of the vessel between

domestic ports. The provision would also eliminate the burden of

a vessel making entry at Port of Detroit, Michigan and again at the

port of Toledo, Ohio, for a vessel anchored at Port of Detroit, Michigan, while awaiting the availability of cargo or for the purpose of

taking on a pilot or awaiting pilot services, prior to proceeding to

the Port of Toledo, Ohio.

Sec. 1433. Designation of San Antonio International Airport for

customs processing of certain private aircraft arriving in the

United States

Present law

Private aircrafts are not permitted to land at San Antonio International Airport, Texas. Such aircrafts may land in Texas cities as

Beaumont, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Del Rio, Eagle Pass, El

Paso, Houston, Laredo, McAllen, Presidio and Midland, which have

been designated as entry points for Customs processing of private

aircraft 19 CFR subpart C, Part 122.24).

Explanation of provision

This provision would designate the San Antonio International

Airport in San Antonio, Texas, for a period of two years, as an airport at which private aircraft arriving in the United States from

a foreign area and having a final destination in the United States

may land for processing by the Customs Service in accordance with

section 122.24(b) of title 19, Code of Federal Regulations (19 C.F.R.

122.24(b)). This provision also requires the Commissioner of Customs to prepare and submit to Congress a report on the implementation of this section for 2001 and 2002.

Reason for change

San Antonio is a growing international business development

area, in large part due to increased trade with Mexico. Permitting

private aircrafts to land there as a point of entry to the United

States is vital to the continued success of the city’s economic

growth. At the same time, the Committee recognizes the need to

evaluate new points of entry, and, therefore, setting a 2-year limit

allows Customs to review the impact of this added designation.

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Sec. 1434. International travel merchandise (ITM)

Present law

Section 555 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1555) provides

for the storage of International Travel Merchandise (ITM) in a customs bonded warehouse (CBW). Industry practice has been to shuttle carts, containing merchandise subject to sale aboard an aircraft

outside the U.S., between the plane and a U.S.-based CBW for purposes of replenishment. Technically, the law requires that merchandise arriving at a CBW be entered for warehouse and then

withdrawn as it leaves the CBW, which permits manipulation of

the merchandise within the CBW (replenishing depleted stock, removing outdated or damaged stock, and replacing with new goods),

while providing assurance that bonded merchandise is fully accounted to Customs.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend section 555 of the Tariff Act of 1930

(19 U.S.C. 1555) by adding a new subsection to clarify existing law

relating to bonded warehouse storage of international travel merchandise (ITM). This provision would codify current practice where

only merchandise that is taken from the cart (in order to retire it

from stock) is entered and only merchandise that is used to replenish the cart is withdrawn, while keeping in place safeguards for

Customs to ensure accountability of bonded merchandise.

Reason for change

A cart is usually shuttled to the CBW for replenishment of only

a small amount of stock. However, under current law, the contents

of the entire cart must be entered and then withdrawn, even

though only a small amount of merchandise is actually being added

to the cart. This process of entry and immediate withdrawal of a

cart’s residual stock must take place thousands of times a day

throughout the United States, producing reams of entry and withdrawal documents and creating paperwork that burdens the CBW

operator and impedes Customs’ ability to manage the process.

Industry practice has been to maintain a secure area immediately outside the CBW where stock is manipulated: only merchandise that is taken from the cart (in order to retire it from

stock) is entered and only merchandise that is used to replenish

the cart is withdrawn. This reduces the volume of entry and withdrawal documents substantially. This provision would permit this

savings, while keeping in place safeguards for Customs to ensure

accountability of bonded merchandise.

Sec. 1435. Goods U.S. travelers purchase abroad and return with

to the United States

Present law

Currently, U.S. residents traveling abroad are entitled to $400

duty free allowance upon their return to the U.S. for purchases

made abroad. Purchases for personal and household use, accompanying the returning traveler in excess of the $400 duty free allowance, are subject to flat rate of duty of 10 percent, if the person

claiming the benefit has not received the benefit within the past

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thirty days. In addition, non-commercial importations from U.S. insular possessions (American Samoa, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands) are subject to a 5 percent rate of duty.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend subchapter XVI of chapter 98 of the

HTSUS to provide staged reductions of duty rates applicable to

merchandise accompanying persons entering the United States,

and merchandise from American Samoa, Guam, or the Virgin Islands of the United States. Specifically, the proposed legislation

would provide a staged reduction of the current 10 percent dutyrate applicable to articles accompanying a person arriving in the

United States. The proposed staged reductions are as follows: 5

percent effective January 1, 2000, 4 percent effective January 1,

2001, and 3 percent effective January 1, 2002. The bill would also

provide a staged reduction of the current 5 percent rate of duty for

articles imported from American Samoa, Guam, or the Virgin Islands of the United States. The proposed staged reductions are as

follows: 3 percent effective January 1, 2000, 2 percent effective January 1, 2001, and 1.5 percent effective January 1, 2002.

Reason for change

Under the North American Free Trade Agreement and the Uruguay Round Agreements Act, tariffs on merchandise entering the

United States have undergone significant staged reductions or

eliminations. As a result, the average rate for dutiable merchandise

imported into the United States is now well under 5 percent. However, during this time, the rate of duty that Americans pay for

goods they bring back with them after traveling abroad remains

disproportionally high at 10 percent, and the rate of duty for goods

from American Samoa, Guam, and the Virgin Islands of the United

States has remained unchanged at 5 percent. These outdated rates

have not changed in 12 years, and do not give the American travelers the benefit of U.S. trade negotiations and duty reductions.

This provision would bring the duty rate of merchandise accompanying travelers closer to the average rate of dutiable merchandise entering the United States, and lower the duty rate for merchandise from American Samoa, Guam, and the Virgin Islands of

the United States.

Sec. 1436. Personal effects of participants in, officials of, and accredited members of delegations to, international athletic

events held in the United States not intended for sale or distribution in the United States

Present law

Personal effects of participants in, officials of, and accredited

members of delegations to, international athletic events held in the

United States not intended for sale or distribution in the United

States are exempt from duty until December 31, 2002.

Explanation of provision

This provision would amend subchapter XVII of chapter 98 of the

HTSUS by inserting a new heading 9817.60.00 for duty free treatment of the personal effects of participants in, officials of, and acVerDate 11-MAY-2000 19:07 Aug 01, 2000 Jkt 079006 PO 00000 Frm 00128 Fmt 6659 Sfmt 6602 E:\HR\OC\HR789.XXX pfrm08 PsN: HR789
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credited members of delegations to, international athletic events

held in the United States provided that these items are not intended for sale or distribution in the United States. H.R. 2715

would also exempt the articles covered under this provision from

taxes and fees and would give the Secretary of the Treasury discretion to determine which athletic events, articles, and persons are

covered under this provision.

Reason for change

The Committee recognizes the importance of international athletic events and the tremendous efforts of the athletes and participants. Although athletes and other officials connected with certain

sporting events are currently afforded duty free treatment for their

personal belongings and equipment under current law, such treatment will expire in December 2002. This legislation will give athletes and participants of future competitions certainty regarding

their future duty liability.

Sec. 1437. Collection of Fees for Customs Services for Arrival of

Certain Ferries

Present law

Current law prohibits U.S. Customs from collecting fees in connection with the arrival of any ferry.

Explanation of provision

This provision amends section 13031(b)(1)(A)(iii) of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C.

58c(b)(1)(A)(iii)) to allow for the collection of fees for Customs services for the arrival of certain ferries.

Reason for change

Limitations on certain customs user fees established under section 13031(b)(1)(A)(iii) of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C. 58c(b)(1)(A)(iii)) have prevented

U.S. Customs from issuing lading rights to ferries arriving in the

south Florida costal region. This provision will authorize U.S. Customs to collect user fees and issue lading rights to certain ferries

whose operations began on or after August 1, 1999, and operate

south 27 degrees latitude and east of 89 degrees longitude.

Sec. 1438. N-cyclohexyl-2-benzothiazolesulfenamide and N-tertButyl-2- benzothiazolesulfenamide

Present law

Section 313(j)(2) of the Tariff Act of 1930 19 U.S.C. section

1313(j)(2) allows exporters to claim substitution unused merchandise drawback if the substituted merchandise is ‘‘commercially

interchangeable’’ with the imported merchandise. The term ‘‘commercially interchangeable’’ is not defined in the statute, and there

is uncertainty as to whether the chemicals N-cyclohexyl-2-

benzothiazolesulfenamide (‘‘CBS’’) and N-tert- Butyl-2-

benzothiazolesulfenamide (‘‘TBBS’’) are commercially interchangeable for drawback purposes.

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Explanation of provision

This provision would amend section 313(j)(2) of the Tariff Act of

1930 (19 U.S.C. 1313(j)(2)) to provide that chemicals N-cyclohexyl2-benzothiazolesulfenamide (‘‘CBS’’) and N-tert-Butyl-2-

benzothiazolesulfenamide (‘‘TBBS’’) are commercially interchangeable for drawback purposes.

Reason for change

Based on the legislative history of the amendment to the drawback statute, which changed the criteria for substitution drawback

from a fungibility to a commercially interchangeability standard,

(H.R. Rept. No. 103–361, 103rd Cong., 1st Sess. (1993) at 131), the

Committee has determined that chemicals N-cyclohexyl-2-

benzothiazolesulfenamide (‘‘CBS’’) and N-tert-Butyl-2-

benzothiazolesulfenamide (‘‘TBBS’’) fit the commercially interchangeable standard.

This determination is based on the specific facts regarding these

two chemicals: the sole active component of each chemical is identical; and when used in a finished product, the functionality of both

chemicals is indistinguishable by the customer and scientist. Both

chemicals were originally classified within the same tariff number

but subsequently changed in order to provide preferential GSP

treatment to one of the chemicals, not for reasons relating to their

identity of chemical structure by molar weight or functionality. In

addition, the principal customers of both chemicals have stated in

writing that both chemicals are used for the same purposes—to aid

vulcanization in the processing of rubber, and they that perform

the same function, are utilized on the same equipment, and are

purchased on the market the same relative value.

Sec. 1439. Gum Arabic

Present law

Gum Arabic (as provided for in 1301.20.00 and 1301.90.90) from

Sudan is subject to import sanctions imposed under Executive

Order 13067. In 1998 and 1999, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issues licenses permitting the importation of gum Arabic from Sudan.

Explanation of provision

This provision would permanently exempt gum Arabic (as provided for in 1301.20.00 and 1301.90.90) from Executive Order

13067, which imposed import sanctions against Sudan in November 1997.

Reason for change

In November 1997, President Clinton invoked Executive Order

13067, prohibiting commercial transactions with Sudan. The sanctions included a prohibition on the importation of gum Arabic into

the United States.

Sudan is the world’s largest producer of gum Arabic, which is a

sap from the Acacia tree and is used in a number of consumer

products including pharmaceuticals, beverages, candy and paper

products. There is no substitute for gum Arabic, and Sudan controls 90 percent of the world’s reliable supply. Although a few other

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countries produce gum Arabic, including Chad, gum Arabic from

Sudan is preferred because it is far superior in quality.

The major purchasers of gum Arabic are the United States,

France, and the United Kingdom. Three U.S. companies process

gum Arabic and subsequently supply the processed product to thousands of U.S. companies. The French have bought all of Chad’s production of gum Arabic, and as a result, there is shortage of this

product for U.S. processors, causing price increases. As a result,

U.S. companies have had to cancel orders, jeopardizing their businesses because they are unable to obtain reliable supplies of gum

Arabic to meet their customers’ demands.

Although OFAC issued licenses authorizing the import of gum

Arabic from Sudan into the United States in 1998 and 1999, the

U.S. gum Arabic processing industry is still rapidly losing market

share. In the meanwhile, the sanctions have not reduced Sudan’s

exports of gum Arabic. Instead, European compaines have been

able to buy, process, and sell Sudanese gum Arabic that U.S. companies would have been able to purchase absent the sanctions.

Thus, instead of having the desired effect of harming the Sudanese

government, the sanctions on gum Arabic have benefitted that government by creating higher prices and shortages of this product.

This legislation removes gum Arabic from the list of products subject to sanctions under Executive Order 13067 in order to reduce

the unintended negative effects of this sanction on U.S. companies.

Sec. 1440. Cargo inspection

Present law

Section 58(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. § 58(b)) authorizes the Secretary of Treasury to make customs services available

for a fee at certain small airports. Section 2425 of the Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Corrections Act of 1999 (113 Stat. 127,

181), authorized the Commissioner of Customs to establish a feefor-service pilot program for fiscal year 1999 at an international

airport located at a seaport that serviced more than 185,000 tons

of air cargo in 1997. Broward County entered into an agreement

with U.S. Customs to provide 24 hours cargo service for one year.

That agreement will expire September 2000. U.S. Customs currently provides passenger clearance service five days per week between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Explanation of provision

This provision would authorize the Commissioner of Customs to

implement a fee-for-service agreement with Broward County to provide customs service for a period of two years, renewable thereon

an annual basis at the Fort Lauderdale-Holywood International

Airport. This fee for service is for cargo processing only, and includes providing the necessary infrastructure, and other services

for cargo clearance. When such services have been provided for at

least a period of two years on a fee-for-service basis and commercial consumption level reaches 29,000 entries per year, Customs

will continue to provide all such service, and no other charges,

other than those fees authorized by section 13031(a) of the consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C.

§ 58(b)), may be collected for those services.

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Reason for change

The fee-for-service agreement between Broward County and U.S.

Customs has expired, and Broward County continues to require

this service. This provision will allow U.S. Customs to continue this

fee-for-service arrangement for at least two more years. The agreement may be renewed, or if after this time, consumption level at

the airport reaches 29,000 entries per year, U.S. Customs will continue to all such service, and no other charges, other than those

fees authorized by section 13031(a) of the consolidated Omnibus

Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C. § 58(b)), may be collected for those services.

Sec. 1441. Entireties

Present law

Current law requires that the goods be classified in the condition

as they arrive. This includes large articles, particularly machinery,

which may not be able to fit on a single conveyance, particularly

a truck or plane. In addition, it is common that in air shipments,

particularly, adjustments are made to the amount of cargo laden

because of flight conditions. As a result of these shipping conditions, parts of entireties do not arrive together, which causes classification or entry problems with Customs.

Explanation of provision

This provision will amend section 1484 of title 19 to provide authority to U.S. Customs to treat goods purchased and invoiced as

a single entity and shipped unassembled or disassembled in separate shipments over a period of time as a single transaction for

Customs entry purposes. The provision requires importers to request such treatment in advance of entry, and also requires the

Secretary of Treasury to issue regulations setting forth the information required for this type of entry.

Reason for change

The proposed changes, supported by both importers and the Customs Service, are needed to address large shipments that cannot be

shipped as an entirety.

Sec. 1442. Reports

Present law

Currently Customs ‘‘entry’’ process is divided into two parts:

‘‘entry’’ and ‘‘entry summary.’’ In the last fiscal year 21.4 million

entries were filed with Customs, more than 98% of them electronically. The importer has the option of filing all the data at once or

in separate transmissions. The Bureau of Census receives electronically from Customs on a weekly basis so that it may be used in

compiling the ‘‘Balance of Trade’’ report.

Explanation of the provision

The provision requires the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with U.S. importers and other interested parties, to review

customs procedures, laws, and regulations relating to the entry of

merchandise and conveyances into the United States, and to report

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to Congress within 180 days from the effective date of this Act,

changes that should be made to reduce the reporting and record retention requirements.

Reason for change

The Committee is concerned that the collection of import data

may be overly time consuming and unnecessarily costly and would

like to explore a system of periodically reporting the data on aggregate basis. In addition, the Committee wishes to examine what

data is necessary at time of cargo release in order to determine admissibility. It is expected that the study will provide the factual

basis for evaluation of the current statistical collection system and

consideration of possible changes to it.

Subtitle C—Effective Date

Sec. 1451. Effective Date

TITLE II—OTHER TRADE PROVISIONS

Sec. 2001. Trade adjustment assistance for certain workers affected

by environmental remediation or closure of a copper mining facility

Present law

Title II of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended, authorizes trade

adjustment assistance (TAA) in the form of training and income

support for workers adversely affected by import competition.

Under the TAA program, a worker must be certified by the Secretary of Labor as eligible for benefits before applying for assistance. Workers are not eligible to apply for benefits, however, if they

become separated from employment after the expiration for the 2-

year period subsequent to issuance of the certification by the Secretary.

Explanation of provision

The provision provides that workers at a copper mining facility

in White Pine, Michigan who were employed at the time of the

original certification and remained to conduct environmental remediation shall be eligible to apply for TAA program benefits, regardless of their date of separation.

Reason for change

The workers at a copper mining facility in White Pine, Michigan

received TAA certification in 1995 because of increased import competition from Canada. The workers were re-certified in 1997 while

the mine continued to close. Although the mine ceased operations

in 1997, a group of workers, employed at the mine at the time the

company was first certified, will remain through 2001 to complete

federally mandated environmental remediation. The provision establishes TAA eligibility for these workers, notwithstanding the

date when the mine ceased production.

III. VOTES OF THE COMMITTEE

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cerning the votes of the Committee on Ways and Means in its consideration of the bill H.R. 4868.

MOTION TO REPORT THE BILL

The bill, H.R. 4868, was ordered favorably reported by a voice

vote (with a quorum being present).

IV. BUDGET EFFECTS

A. COMMITTEE ESTIMATE OF BUDGETARY EFFECTS

In compliance with clause 3(d)(2) of rule XIII of the Rules of the

House of Representatives, the following statement is made concerning the effects on the budget of this resolution, H.R. 4868 as

reported: The Committee agrees with the estimate prepared by

CBO which is included below.

B. STATEMENT REGARDING NEW BUDGET AUTHORITY AND TAX

EXPENDITURES

In compliance with clause 3(c)(2) of rule XIII of the Rules of the

House of Representatives, the Committee states that enactment of

H.R. 4868 would make technical corrections and miscellaneous

amendments to certain trade laws. CBO estimates that each of the

provisions in the bill that have a budgetary effect would increase

direct spending or reduce governmental receipts (revenues) by less

than $500,00 per year.

C. COST ESTIMATE PREPARED BY THE CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE

In compliance with clause 3(c)(3) of rule XIII 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 25, 2000.

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. 4868, the Miscellaneous

Trade and Technical Corrections Act of 2000.

If you wish further details on this estimate, we will be pleased

to provide them. The CBO staff contacts are Hester Grippando and

Erin Whitaker.

Sincerely,

STEVEN M. LIEBERMAN

(For Dan L. Crippen, Director).

Enclosure.

H.R. 4868—Miscallaneous Trade and Technical Corrections Act of

2000

Summary: H.R. 4868 would make technical corrections and miscellaneous amendments to certain trade laws. CBO estimates that

each of the provisions in the bill that have a budgetary effects

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would increase direct spending or reduce governmental receipts

(revenues) by less than $500,000 each year. Because the bill would

affect direct spending and receipts, pay-as-you-go procedures would

apply.

H.R. 4868 contains no intergovernmental mandates as defined in

the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (UMRA) and would not affect

the budgets of state, local, or tribal governments. H.R. 4868 would

impose a private-sector mandate on persons engaged in business

activities involving products that contain cat or dog fur. CBO estimates that the cost of this mandate would not exceed the threshold

for private-sector mandates established in UMRA ($109 million in

2000, adjusted annually for inflation).

ESTIMATED COST TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

Revenues

Title I of the bill would create temporary duty suspensions or reductions on certain intermediary products and chemicals imported

into the United States. The bill also would provide for refunds of

customs duties paid on certain imported products. In addition, the

bill would prohibit the importation of products made with cat and

dog fur, allow the importation of gum arabic from Sudan, and exempt the personal effects of participants in international athletic

events from any customs duties. CBO estimates that each of these

provisions would reduce government revenues by less than

$500,000 each year, net of income and payroll tax offsets. This estimate is based on information from the International Trade Commission, the U.S. Customs Service, and various other trade sources.

Spending

Title I also would authorize the U.S. Customs Service to collect

fees for the arrival of passengers on certain ferryboats and to establish a fee-for-service agreement to provide certain services at

the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida.

CBO expects the Customs Service would collect and spend about $1

million annually from the new fees, with little net impact on the

budget.

Title II would make a small number of workers eligible to receive

trade adjustment assistance benefits. These workers were originally authorized to receive benefits under certification number TA–

W–31,402 but did not lose their jobs right away. Under current

law, these workers have a limited time after the petition for certification is accepted in which to apply for these benefits. The bill

would remove any limitation on the period during which benefits

could be received. CBO estimates that providing trade adjustment

assistance benefits to these workers would cost less than $200,000

over the 2001–2010 period.

Pay-As-You-Go Considerations: The Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act sets up procedures for legislation affecting receipts or direct spending. CBO estimates that, for pay-as-yougo purposes, H.R. 4868 would reduce receipts by less than $500,000

a year. The effects on direct spending would also be less than

$500,000 a year.

Estimated Impact on State, Local and Tribal Governments: H.R.

4868 contains no intergovernmental mandates as defined in UMRA

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and would not affect the budgets of state, local, or tribal governments.

Estimated Impact On the Private Sector: H.R. 4868 would impose a private-sector mandate on persons engaged in business activities involving products that contain cat or dog fur. CBO estimates that the cost of this mandate would not exceed the threshold

for private-sector mandates established in UMRA ($109 million in

2000, adjusted annually for inflation).

This bill would prohibit all commercial activities occurring in the

United States that involve products made with cat or dog fur. Such

activities include the importing, exporting, merchandising, and

transporting of these goods. According to the Humane Society,

within the United States there is no manufacture of products fabricated of dog and cat fur. Currently, the Department of Commerce

classifies products made of cat and dog fur into categories with

goods made of certain other animal skins. In 1999, the United

States imported and exported $36 million worth of products within

these categories. Since products made with cat and dog fur represent a fraction of these values, the direct cost of complying with

this mandate measured in lost net income would fall well below the

annual threshold established in UMRA.

Estimate Prepared by: Revenues: Hester Grippando and Erin

Whitaker. Customs Fees: Mark Grabowica. Trade Adjustment Assistance: Christina Hawley Sadoti. Impact on State, Local, and

Tribal Governments; Leo Lex. Impact on the Private Sector:

Lauren Marks.

Estimate Approved by: Roberton Williams, Deputy Assistant Director for Tax Analysis; Peter H. Fontaine, Deputy Assistant Director for Budget Analysis.

V. OTHER MATTERS TO BE DISCUSSED UNDER THE RULES OF THE

HOUSE

A. COMMITTEE OVERSIGHT FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

With respect to clause 3(c)(1) of rule XIII of the Rules of the

House of Representatives (relating to oversight findings), the Committee, based on public hearing testimony and information from

the Administration, concluded that it is appropriate and timely to

consider the resolution as reported.

B. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE

COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT REFORM AND OVERSIGHT

With respect to clause 3(c)(4) of rule XIII of the Rules of the

House of Representative, 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. 4868.

C. CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY STATEMENT

With respect to clause 3(d)(1) of rule XIII 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

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excises, to pay the debts and to provide for * * * the general Welfare of the United States.’’).

VI. EXCHANGE OF LETTERS WITH COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE, Washington, DC, July 18, 2000.

Hon. BILL ARCHER, Chairman, Committee on Ways and Means,

Washington, DC.

DEAR BILL: I am writing regarding H.R. 4868, the Miscellaneous

Trade and Technical Corrections Act of 2000. As you know, section

1423 of this legislation prohibits the importation and other commerce in products containing dog and cat fur. The Committee on

Commerce has jurisdiction over this provision pursuant to its authority over interstate and foreign commerce generally pursuant to

clause 1 of rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives.

However, in light of your desire to have the House consider this

legislation expeditiously, I will not exercise the Committee on Commerce’s right to act on the legislation. By agreeing to waive its consideration of the bill, however, the Commerce Committee does not

waive its jurisdiction over this bill. In addition, the Commerce

Committee reserves its authority to seek conferees on any provisions of the bill that are within its jurisdiction during any HouseSenate conference that may be convened on this or similar legislation. I ask that you support our request in this regard.

I ask that you include a copy of this letter and your response in

your committee’s report on the legislation and the Record during

consideration of the bill on the House floor. I remain,

Sincerely,

TOM BLILEY, Chairman.

COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS, Washington, DC, July 18, 2000.

Hon. TOM BLILEY,

Chairman, Committee on Commerce,

House of Representatives, Washington, DC.

DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Thank you for your letter regarding your

committee’s jurisdictional interest in H.R. 4868, the ‘‘Miscellaneous

Trade an Technical Corrections Act of 2000.’’

I acknowledge your Committee’s jurisdiction over this legislation

and appreciate your cooperation in moving the bill to the House

floor expeditiously. I agree that your decision to forego further action on the bill will not prejudice the Commerce Committee with

respect to its jurisdictional prerogatives on this or similar legislation, and will support your request for conferees on those provisions within the Committee on Commerce’s jurisdiction should they

be the subject of a House-Senate conference. I will also include a

copy of your letter and this response in our report on the legislation and as part of the Congressional Record when the legislation

is considered by the House.

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Thank you again for your cooperation.

Sincerely,

BILL ARCHER, Chairman.

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