Historical reciprocal tariff for BO-origin goods

A “historical reciprocal tariff for BO-origin goods” describes a prior U.S. trade measure associated with goods whose country of origin is identified by the code “BO.” In trade data, “BO” commonly represents Bolivia, but an importer should confirm the code and the measure’s scope in the official source. “Historical” means the measure is being shown for past reference and may not apply to entries made today.

“Reciprocal tariff” generally refers to an additional import charge intended to respond to tariff or trade conditions involving another country. “IEEPA” is the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, a U.S. legal authority sometimes used for certain trade-related measures. The tariff classification (HTSUS subheading), country of origin, entry date, exclusions, and any applicable exceptions determine whether a shipment is covered. A customs broker or trade professional may be needed for a final applicability decision.

What to check

• Confirm what the “BO” country code means in the official measure and verify the product’s country of origin under U.S. origin rules.
• Check the measure’s status, effective period, and any termination or replacement information before applying it to a current entry.
• Match the product to the correct HTSUS classification and read the measure’s product-scope language, including exclusions and exceptions.
• Review the official entry instructions to determine whether the measure is an additional duty, how it is reported, and whether other duties may also apply.
• Keep records supporting origin, classification, valuation, and any claimed exclusion, and ask a customs broker to review uncertain cases.