The duty rates on imported materials range from duty-free to 18.6 percent, with most falling between 4 percent and 7 percent. Currently, about 45 percent of merchandise is exported. Zone procedures would exempt CNC from Customs duty payments on foreign materials that are reexported. The application indicates that zone procedures will improve the plant's international competitiveness and will help increase exports. In accordance with the Board's regulations, a member of the FTZ Staff has been designated examiner to investigate the application and report to the Board.
Public comment is invited from interested parties.
The closing period for their receipt is July 10, 1995. May 2, 1995. John J. Da Ponte, Jr. Executive Secretary.