Section 301 exclusions updated for five China product categories; use new statistical HTS codes effective July 1, 2026.

CBP issued updated entry-filing guidance for five Section 301 China product exclusions following USTR conforming amendments to Chapter 99 U.S. note 20(vvv). The changes align exclusion language with HTSUS statistical reporting revisions effective July 1, 2026.

For notes 20(vvv)(i)(4), (i)(5), and (i)(6), goods previously reported under 8413.91.9065, 8413.91.9085, or 8413.91.9096 are described under 8413.91.9039, 8413.91.9046, 8413.91.9059, or 8413.91.9099. For note 20(vvv)(iv)(4), goods previously under 3926.90.9910 transition to 3926.90.9915 or 3926.90.9920. For note 20(vvv)(i)(20), goods previously under 8479.90.9596 transition to 8479.90.9591.

The applicable exclusion is reported using Chapter 99 HTSUS 9903.88.69. When 9903.88.69 is submitted, filers must not submit the corresponding Chapter 99 number for the Section 301 China duties. The bulletin does not state a numerical tariff-rate change; it updates the classifications supporting exclusion from the additional Section 301 duties.

The amendments are effective for imports on or after July 1, 2026. ACE functionality to accept the conforming amendment becomes available October 23, 2026, at 6 p.m. Brokers should update classification databases, entry templates, and controls; validate affected entries; and pursue PSCs or protests for previously paid Section 301 duties where permitted.