Peteco would like to set up a shelter operation in Malaysia for the assembly of newspaper vending machines. Pete, the owner and CEO of Peteco, meets with his United States broker and would like to take advantage of the 9802.00.80 assembly provision upon importation into the United States. All components used will be of United States origin and are exported to Malaysia ready for assembly. Which ONE of the following operations performed in Malaysia will preclude the application of such exemption for the newspaper vending machines when re-imported into the United States?
A) Application of preservative paint or coating.
B) Painting primarily intended to enhance the appearance.
C) Trimming, filing, or cutting off of small amounts of excess materials.
D) Cleaning.
E) Testing.
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The Answer is: B
Citation: 19 CFR 10.16(b) & (c))
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