Section 232 Inclusion Request - U.S. Chassis Manufacturers Coalition

A type 232 measure is a U.S. trade action taken under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. It addresses imports that the U.S. government determines could affect national security. The measure may apply to particular products, materials, or countries, and may use an additional duty, quota, exemption, exclusion, or other import condition.

It typically affects importers based on the product’s tariff classification, country of origin, and sometimes facts such as processing, quantity, or eligibility for an exception. For an importer, the key issue is whether the goods fall within the measure’s legal product scope and how the requirement must be reported at entry. A 232 charge or restriction can change the landed cost and may require careful coordination with a customs broker; the official measure and current U.S. Customs and Border Protection guidance control.

What to check

• Confirm the product’s correct Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) classification; do not rely only on a supplier’s description or tariff code.
• Read the measure’s product scope and any annexes carefully, including covered materials, forms, specifications, and exclusions.
• Verify the applicable country of origin and whether the measure distinguishes origin, shipment route, or substantial transformation.
• Check whether an exclusion, exemption, quota, or other special procedure applies, and confirm the required documentation or authorization.
• Have your customs broker or trade counsel verify the entry instructions, additional reporting requirements, and current official guidance before importation.