Implementation of Tariff-Rate Quota for Imports of Sugar-Containing Products

Summary

The new rule requires export certificates for imports of sugar-containing products under the tariff-rate quota established after the Uruguay Round Agreements, allowing for certain sugar-containing products to be imported duty-free.

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