Section 232 Inclusion Request - General Devices Company

A measure labeled “type 232” generally refers to action under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, a U.S. national-security trade measure. It may impose an additional duty, quota, licensing requirement, or another import condition on covered products. “BIS” commonly refers to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security, but the controlling details depend on the official measure and implementing instructions.

These measures typically affect imports identified by specific HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States) classifications, product descriptions, countries of origin, and sometimes product components or derivatives. They matter because a product can be subject to a Section 232 requirement in addition to ordinary customs duty, and the importer may need to report a special Chapter 99 HTSUS number, satisfy quota or documentation rules, or confirm an exclusion. Classification, origin, and eligibility should be verified with official sources or a qualified customs professional.

What to check

• Confirm the exact HTSUS classification and read the measure’s product description; do not rely on a general product name alone.
• Check the applicable country-of-origin rules, including whether the measure distinguishes the product’s origin from its shipping or export country.
• Look for additional Chapter 99 reporting requirements, quotas, exclusions, product-specific procedures, and any required documentation.
• Verify whether the measure covers derivative products, parts, or specified inputs, rather than only the primary article.
• Compare the official measure text and current CBP or agency instructions with your broker’s entry setup before importing.