FURTHER EXTENSION OF CERTAIN COVID-RELATED CHINA 301 EXCLUSIONS

Case Summary

The USTR has announced that it is further extending certain China 301 exclusions that had been put in place and/or previously extended to help address the COVID-19 pandemic.  The 81 exclusions at issue, which had been extended through May 31, 2022, are now being further extended through November 30, 2022. The extensions are effective for goods entered on or after June 1, 2022.

We have prepared the below schedule of the COVID-19 exclusions that are impacted by this announcement.  The USTR notice setting forth these exclusions can be accessed at: Extensions to COVID-19 Exclusions (see Annex B).  In the event of any conflict, the official notice governs.

Please do not hesitate to contact Arthur Bodek or any other of our attorneys with any questions regarding the above or any other aspects of the China 301 tariffs.

China 301 Covid-related exclusions extended through November 30, 2022

HTS CodeExcluded Product Section 301 List
2805.11.0000Sodium metal (CAS No. 7440-23-5), in bulk solid form (described in statistical reporting number 2805.11.0000)List 3
3401.19.0000Entire ProvisionList 4
3401.30.5000Disposable cloths of nonwoven textile materials impregnated, coated or covered with organic surface-active preparations for washing the skin, put up for retail sale (described in statistical reporting number 3401.30.5000)List 3
3808.94.1000Entire ProvisionList 3
3808.94.5010Entire ProvisionList 3
3824.99.9297Silicon monoxide (SiO) (CAS No. 10097-28-6) in powder form (described in statistical reporting number 3824.99.9297)List 3
3824.99.9297Mixtures containing 2-(dimethylamino)ethanol (CAS No. 108-01-0) (described in statistical reporting number 3824.99.9297)List 3
3917.29.0090 Molded acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) tubes, of a kind used to effect the sterile transfer of fluid from a bag or vial to another container, each tube measuring 7.5 cm or more but not exceeding 23 cm in length, with an inner diameter of less than 0.65 cm and an outer diameter of less than 9 cm, one end having been angle-cut to form a spike, and having an integrated flange, less than 3 cm in diameter (splash guard) near the spike end and removable polyethylene caps on each end, put up in sterile packing (described in statistical reporting number 3917.29.0090)List 2
3917.33.0000Flexible gas sampling tubes, pipes and hoses, of polyvinyl chloride, with lock connectors at each end (described in statistical reporting number 3917.33.0000)List 3
3917.33.0000Flexible oxygen tubes, pipes and hoses presented with integrated molded connectors, of polyvinyl chloride (described in statistical reporting number 3917.33.0000)List 3
3920.10.0000Rectangular sheets of high-density or low-density polyethylene, 111.75 cm to 215.9 cm in width, and 152.4 cm to 304.8 cm in length, with a sticker attached to mark the center of each sheet, of a kind used in hospital or surgery center operating rooms (described in statistical reporting number 3920.10.0000)List 2
3921.19.0000Sheets and strips consisting of both cross-linked polyethylene and ethylene vinyl acetate, of a width greater than 1 m but not greater than 1.5 m, and a length greater than 1.75 m but not greater than 2.6 m (described in statistical reporting number 3921.19.0000)List 2
3921.90.1500Polyethylene sheet and film laminated with spunbond-spunbond-spunbond nonwoven polypropylene fabric, measuring 1.12 m or more but not over 1.52 m in width and 1.93 m or more but not over 2.29 m in length, and weighing 55 g/m² or more but not exceeding 88 g/m² (described in statistical reporting number 3921.90.1500)List 2
3923.10.9000Container units of plastics, each comprising a tub and lid therefore, configured or fitted for the conveyance, packing, or dispensing of wet wipes (described in statistical reporting number 3923.10.9000)List 3
3923.21.0030Sacks and bags of polymers of ethylene, reclosable, qualifying as Class 1 medical devices by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration under product code NNI (described in statistical reporting number 3923.21.0030)List 3
3923.21.0095Entire ProvisionList 3
3923.50.0000Injection molded polypropylene plastic caps or lids each weighing not over 24 grams designed for dispensing wet wipes (described in statistical reporting number 3923.50.0000)List 3
3926.20.9050Entire ProvisionList 3
3926.90.9910Entire ProvisionList 4
3926.90.9950Face shields of transparent plastics, whether or not assembled (described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9950)List 4
3926.90.9985Bowls of molded plastics, with clips for retaining guide wires during surgical procedures (described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9990 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9985 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
3926.90.9985Coverings, of plastics, designed to fit over wound sites or casts thereby forming a protective seal for keeping the covered area dry and debris free while showering or bathing (described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9990 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9985 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
3926.90.9985Single-use sterile drapes and covers of plastics, of a kind used to protect the sterile field in surgical operating rooms (described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9990 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9985 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
3926.90.9985Sterile decanters of polystyrene plastics, each of a kind used to transfer aseptic fluids or medication to and from sterile bags, vials or glass containers (described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9990 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9985 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
3926.90.9985Disposable graduated medicine dispensing cups of plastics (described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9990 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 3926.90.9985 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
4818.90.00204818.90.0000 prior to July 1, 2020; 4818.90.0020 or 4818.90.0080 effective July 1, 2020List 4
4819.50.4060Entire ProvisionList 3
5210.11.4040Entire ProvisionList 4
5210.11.6020Entire ProvisionList 4
5504.10.0000Entire ProvisionList 4
5603.12.0090Entire ProvisionList 3
5603.14.9090Entire ProvisionList 3
5603.92.0090Entire ProvisionList 3
5603.93.0090Entire ProvisionList 3
6210.10.5010Entire ProvisionList 4
6210.10.5090Entire ProvisionList 4
6307.90.7200Entire ProvisionList 4
6307.90.9891Cold packs consisting of a single-use, instant, endothermic chemical reaction cold pack combined with a textile exterior lining (described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9889 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9891 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
6307.90.9891Hot packs of textile material, single-use (exothermic chemical reaction) (described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9889 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9891 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
6307.90.9891Laparotomy sponges of cotton (described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9889 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9891 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
6307.90.9891Single-use blood pressure cuff sleeves of textile materials (described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9889 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9891 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
6307.90.9891Single-use stethoscope covers (described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9889 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9891 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
6307.90.9891Woven gauze sponges of cotton in square or rectangular sizes (described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9889 prior to July 1, 2020; described in statistical reporting number 6307.90.9891 effective July 1, 2020)List 4
6505.00.8015Entire ProvisionList 3
8413.20.0000Hand pumps (other than for fuel or lubricants, not fitted or designed to be fitted with a metering device), each used to dispense a metered quantity of liquid soap or sanitizer (described in statistical reporting number 8413.20.0000)List 3
8413.20.0000Hand pumps for liquids (other than those of subheading 8413.11 or 8413.19) of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastics (described in statistical reporting number 8413.20.0000)List 3
8421.39.8090Disposable plastic filters of a kind suitable for filtering and dehumidifying a patient’s breath in a medical device such as a gas analyzer (described in statistical reporting number 8421.39.8090)List 1
8424.89.9000Dispensers of hand-cleaning or hand-sanitizing solutions, whether employing a manual pump or a proximity-detecting battery-operated pump, each article weighing not more than 3 kg (described in statistical reporting number 8424.89.9000)List 2
8424.90.9080Entire ProvisionList 3
8531.20.0040Indicator panels incorporating LEDs, designed for use in medical infusion equipment (described in statistical reporting number 8531.20.0040)List 3
8537.10.9170Data input devices each with display capabilities of a kind used for magnetic resonance imaging (“MRI”) equipment, computed tomography (“CT”) equipment, intraoperative X-ray (“IXR”) equipment or patient monitors (described in statistical reporting number 8537.10.9170)List 3
8543.10.0000S-band and X-band linear accelerators designed for use in radiation surgery or radiation therapy equipment (described in statistical reporting number 8543.10.0000)List 1
9004.90.0010Protective Articles (described in statistical reporting number 9004.90.0000 prior to January 1, 2021; described in statistical reporting number 9004.90.0010 or 9004.90.0090 effective January 1, 2021).List 4
9011.80.0000Compound binocular optical microscopes (other than stereoscopic microscopes and microscopes for photomicrography, cinemicrography or microprojection), each with magnification of 40X or more but not exceeding 1,000X, weighing not more than 3 kg (described in statistical reporting number 9011.80.0000)List 3
9011.80.0000Compound optical microscopes (other than stereoscopic microscopes and microscopes for photomicrography, cinemicrography or microprojection), each with magnification of 40X or more but not exceeding 400X, weighing not more than 15 kg (described in statistical reporting number 9011.80.0000)List 3
9018.11.9000Disposable electrocardiograph (ECG) electrodes (described in statistical reporting number 9018.11.9000)List 1
9018.12.0000Ultrasonic scanning apparatus, each having dimensions not exceeding 122 cm by 77 cm by 127 cm, whether or not presented with transducer (described in statistical reporting number 9018.12.0000)List 1
9018.19.9530Blood pressure monitors suitable for use by medical professionals (described in statistical reporting number 9018.19.9530)List 1
9018.19.9550Digital peak flow meters suitable for use by medical professionals (described in statistical reporting number 9018.19.9550)List 1
9018.19.9550Fingertip pulse oximeters suitable for use by medical professionals (described in statistical reporting number 9018.19.9550)List 1
9018.19.9560Disposable surface electrodes for Intra-operative neuromonitoring (“IONM”) systems, each composed of a surface electrode pad, an insulated wire, and a standard DIN 42802 connector (described in statistical reporting number 9018.19.9560)List 1
9018.19.9560Bismuth germanate crystals with set dimensional and surface finish requirements and used as a detection element in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) detectors (described in statistical reporting number 9018.19.9560)List 1
9018.19.9560Magnetic resonance imaging (“MRI”) patient enclosure devices, each incorporating radio frequency and gradient coils (described in statistical reporting number 9018.19.9560)List 1
9018.19.9560Parts and accessories of capnography monitors (described in statistical reporting number 9018.19.9560)List 1
9018.90.2000Otoscopes (described in statistical reporting number 9018.90.2000)List 1
9018.90.3000Anesthesia masks (described in statistical reporting number 9018.90.3000)List 1
9018.90.3000Anesthetic instruments and appliances suitable for use in medical or surgical sciences, and parts and accessories of the foregoing (described in statistical reporting number 9018.90.3000)List 1
9018.90.6000Electrosurgical cautery pencils with electrical connectors (described in statistical reporting number 9018.90.6000)List 1
9018.90.7580Printed circuit board assemblies designed for use in displaying operational performance of medical infusion equipment (described in statistical reporting number 9018.90.7580)List 1
9022.12.0000Combined positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) scanners which utilize multiple PET gantries (frames) on a common base (described in statistical reporting number 9022.12.0000)List 1
9022.90.2500X-ray tables (described in statistical reporting number 9022.90.2500)List 1
9022.90.4000X-ray tube housings and parts thereof (described in statistical reporting number 9022.90.4000)List 1
9022.90.6000Multi-leaf collimators of radiotherapy systems based on the use of X-ray (described in statistical reporting number 9022.90.6000)List 1
9022.90.6000Parts and accessories, of metal, for mobile X-ray apparatus (described in statistical reporting number 9022.90.6000)List 1
9022.90.6000Vertical stands specially designed to support, contain or adjust the movement of X-ray digital detectors, or the X-ray tube and collimator in complete X-ray diagnostic systems (described in statistical reporting number 9022.90.6000)List 1
9022.90.9500Thermoplastic masks of polycaprolactone for the use of immobilizing patients, during the use of alpha, beta or gamma radiations, for radiography or radiotherapy (described in statistical reporting number 9022.90.9500)List 1
9025.19.8010Entire ProvisionList 2
9025.19.8020Entire ProvisionList 2
9025.19.8060Entire ProvisionList 2
9025.19.8085Entire ProvisionList 2
9027.90.5650Inoculator sets of plastics, each consisting of a plate with multiple wells, a display tray, and a lid; when assembled, the set measuring 105 mm or more but not exceeding 108 mm in width, 138 mm or more but not exceeding 140 mm in depth, and 6.5 mm or less in thickness (described in statistical reporting number 9027.90.5650).List 1

 

 

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