Duty estimation with USMCA/301

{
  "cost": {
    "input_tokens": 54,
    "estimated_usd": 0.014952,
    "output_tokens": 986
  },
  "model": "claude-sonnet-4-20250514",
  "status": "success",
  "transport": "anthropic_api",
  "latency_ms": 19419,
  "response_text": "I'll help you calculate estimated duties under USMCA/Section 301 scenarios. Let me create a comprehensive duty calculation framework.\n\n## Duty Calculation Framework\n\n### Required Information\nTo provide accurate duty estimates, I need:\n\n1. **Product Details**\n   - HTS classification (10-digit)\n   - Product description\n   - Country of origin\n   - Value/FOB price\n\n2. **Trade Program Eligibility**\n   - USMCA qualification status\n   - Section 301 applicability\n\n### Duty Rate Structure\n\n```\nGENERAL DUTY RATES\n├── Column 1 (General) - MFN rates\n├── Column 2 (Non-MFN) - Higher rates for non-favored nations\n└── Special Programs\n    ├── USMCA (0% for qualifying goods)\n    ├── GSP (varies by product/country)\n    └── Other FTAs\n\nADDITIONAL DUTIES\n├── Section 301 (China) - 7.5% or 25%\n├── Section 232 (Steel/Aluminum) - 25%/10%\n└── Antidumping/Countervailing duties\n```\n\n### Calculation Examples\n\n**Example 1: Chinese Electronics**\n```\nProduct: Smartphones (HTS: 8517.12.00)\nOrigin: China\nValue: $100,000\n\nDuties:\n- General Rate: 0%\n- Section 301: 7.5%\n- Total Duty: $7,500\n```\n\n**Example 2: Mexican Automotive Parts**\n```\nProduct: Auto transmissions (HTS: 8708.40.50)\nOrigin: Mexico (USMCA qualifying)\nValue: $50,000\n\nDuties:\n- USMCA Rate: 0%\n- Section 301: Not applicable\n- Total Duty: $0\n```\n\n**Example 3: Canadian Steel**\n```\nProduct: Steel plates (HTS: 7208.51.00)\nOrigin: Canada\nValue: $75,000\n\nDuties:\n- General Rate: 0%\n- Section 232: Potentially 25%\n- USMCA: May qualify for exemption\n- Final Rate: Depends on exemption status\n```\n\n### USMCA Qualification Rules\n\n**Key Requirements:**\n- Regional Value Content (RVC)\n- Tariff shift requirements\n- De minimis thresholds\n- Producer/exporter certification\n\n**Common RVC Thresholds:**\n- Automotive: 75%\n- Steel/Aluminum: 70%\n- Textiles: 50%\n- General: 60%\n\n### Section 301 Coverage\n\n**Current Rates (2024):**\n- List 1: 25% (July 2018)\n- List 2: 25% (August 2018) \n- List 3: 7.5% (September 2018)\n- List 4A: 7.5% (September 2019)\n\n### Duty Calculation Steps\n\n1. **Determine HTS Classification**\n2. **Identify Country of Origin**\n3. **Check Trade Agreement Eligibility**\n4. **Apply Lowest Available Rate**\n5. **Add Section 301/232 if applicable**\n6. **Calculate Total Duties**\n\n### Sample Calculation Template\n\n```\nDUTY CALCULATION WORKSHEET\n\nProduct: ________________________\nHTS Code: ______________________\nCountry of Origin: ______________\nEntered Value: $_________________\n\nDUTY RATES:\n□ General (Column 1): ____%\n□ USMCA Preferential: ____%\n□ Other FTA Rate: ____%\n\nADDITIONAL DUTIES:\n□ Section 301: ____%\n□ Section 232: ____%\n□ AD/CVD: ____%\n\nCALCULATIONS:\nBase Duty: $_______ × ____% = $_______\nAdditional: $_______ × ____% = $_______\nTotal Duties: $_______\n```\n\nWould you like me to calculate duties for a specific product? Please provide:\n\n1. HTS classification\n2. Country of origin\n3. Product value\n4. Any known trade agreement qualifications\n\nI can then provide detailed duty calculations with applicable rates and total estimated costs."
}