Section 232 Inclusion Request - AMBA 6

A type 232 measure is a trade action under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. It addresses imports that the U.S. government has determined, or is evaluating, in relation to national security. The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) may administer related requirements, but the exact products, countries, and treatment depend on the official measure and its implementing instructions.

For an importer, the key vocabulary includes tariff classification, HTSUS subheading, country of origin, scope, and additional duty or other trade remedy. A measure may apply only to specified products or classifications, and may include exclusions, quota treatment, licensing, reporting, or special entry instructions. It matters because the measure can change the amount due or the documentation required at entry; classification and origin should be verified with a customs broker or other qualified trade professional when uncertain.

What to check

• Confirm the measure’s product scope against the complete HTSUS provisions and product descriptions, not just the commercial name.
• Verify the product’s country of origin under applicable customs rules; origin is not always the same as the shipping country.
• Check the official measure instructions for exclusions, quota or licensing provisions, and any required entry or filing data.
• Determine whether the measure applies to the full customs value or only a specified component or portion of the merchandise.
• Keep classification, origin, supplier, and product-specification records that support your entry declaration, and obtain broker or professional advice if the scope is unclear.