CHAPTER 99 · TRADE MEASURE CODE
9903.88.42
Active9903.88.42 implements Section 301 List 4 on goods of China origin, adding The duty provided in the applicable subheading on top of the base HTS duty. It is effective September 1, 2019.
Data provenance: Rates from HTS Revision 16 (Aug 15, 2026); trade measures verified against CBP CSMS and Federal Register notices through Aug 15, 2026.
Additional rate
The duty provided in the applicable subheading
Status
Applies to
China
Base codes paired
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What 9903.88.42 implements
Articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(uu) to this subchapter, each covered by an exclusion granted by the U.S. Trade Representative
HTS legal text: Articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(uu) to this subchapter, each covered by an exclusion granted by the U.S. Trade Representative
Active exclusions
9903.88.42
2020-10235Effective September 1, 2019
9903.88.42
2020-06600Effective September 1, 2019
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Frequently asked questions
What is 9903.88.42?
9903.88.42 is a U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule Chapter 99 subheading that implements Section 301 List 4 on goods of China origin. It adds The duty provided in the applicable subheading on top of the duty in the underlying base HTS subheading. It is effective September 1, 2019.
Where does this come from, and how current is it?
Rates from HTS Revision 16 (Aug 15, 2026); trade measures verified against CBP CSMS and Federal Register notices through Aug 15, 2026.
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