Which definition below does NOT properly define the bolded and italicized term in the sentence according to 19 CFR?
A. Absolute (or quantitative) quota is a claim that a good is entitled to the duty rate applicable under the U.S.-Chile FTA and to an exemption from the Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF).
B. Tariff-rate quota permits a specified quantity of merchandise to be entered or withdrawn for consumption at a reduced duty rate during a specified period.
C. Quota-class merchandise is any imported merchandise subject to limitations under an absolute or a tariff-rate quota.
D. Quota priority is the precedence granted to 1 entry or withdrawal for consumption of quota-class merchandise over other entries or withdrawals of merchandise subject to the same quota.
E. Quota status is the standing which entitles quota-class merchandise to admission under an absolute quota, or to a reduced rate of duty under a tariff-rate quota, or to any other quota benefit.
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The Answer is: A
Citation: 19 CFR 10.402(c) 19 CFR 132.1
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