What is the significance of the SPI (special program indicator) “P+” in HTSUS 0401.50.75, 0402.21.25 and 0403.90.78?
A. U.S. materials are considered non-originating materials for purposes of performing the origination analysis.
B. These goods are ineligible for the MPF (merchandise processing fee) exemption that benefit other CAFTA-DR goods.
C. Dominican Republic goods are considered non-originating materials for purposes of performing the origination analysis.
D. All materials must be of U.S. origin and all processing must be performed in a CAFTA- DR country exclusive of the U.S.
E. Allows non-Party materials to count as originating materials, as long as all processing is performed in the CAFTA-DR.
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The Answer is: A
Citation: General Note 29, 19 CFR 24.23(c)
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