International trade · 03/03/2006

US Trade Representative Requests Investigation into Preferential Treatment for Apparel from Sub-Saharan African, Caribbean Basin, and Andean Countries

The US Trade Representative requested an investigation into the effect of granting preferential treatment to apparel made from certain fabrics or yarns, following a request from the US Trade Representative dated February 16, 2006, to provide advice on the probable economic impact of such treatment, as per section 332(g) of the Tariff Act of 1930.