[Federal Register: July 9, 2002 (Volume 67, Number 131)]
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INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION
[Investigation No. 332-442]
U.S.-Chile FTA: Probable Economic Effects on the Economy as a
Whole of Eliminating Tariffs on Certain Agricultural Products
AGENCY: International Trade Commission.
ACTION: Institution of investigation and invitation for written
submissions.
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SUMMARY: Following receipt of a request on June 19, 2002, from the
United States Trade Representative (USTR), the Commission instituted
investigation No. 332-442, U.S.-Chile FTA: Probable Economic Effects on
the Economy as a Whole of Eliminating Tariffs on Certain Agricultural
Products, under section 332(g) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C.
1332(g)).
Background: As requested by USTR, the Commission will assess the
probable economic effects on the economy as a whole of eliminating
tariffs on certain agricultural products from Chile. A list of the
products covered in this investigation may be obtained electronically
form EDIS-ON-LINE, or from the Office of the Secretary at 202-205-2000.
The Commission plans to submit its report by September 19, 2002. USTR
indicated that portions of the report will be classified as
``Confidential.''
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 2, 2002.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Industry-specific information may be
obtained from Jonathan Coleman, Project Leader (202-205-3465 or
JColeman@usitc.gov) or William Lipovsky, Chief Animal and Forest
Products Branch (202-205-3330 or Lipovsky@usitc.gov), Office of
Industries, U.S. International Trade Commission, Washington, DC, 20436.
For information on the legal aspects of this investigation, contact
William Gearhart of the Office of the General Counsel (202-205-3091 or
wgearhart@usitc.gov). Hearing-impaired
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individuals are advised that information on this matter can be obtained
by contacting the TDD terminal on (202) 205-1810. General information
concerning the Commission may also be obtained by accessing its
internet server (http://www.usitc.gov). The public record for this
investigation may be viewed on the Commission's electronic docket
(EDIS-ON-LINE) at http://dockets.usitc.gov/eol/public/.
Written Submissions: The Commission does not plan to hold a public
hearing in connection with this investigation. However, interested
parties are invited to submit written statements (original and 14
copies) concerning the matters to be addressed by the Commission in its
report on this investigation. Commercial or financial information that
a submitter desires the Commission to treat as confidential must be
submitted on separate sheets of paper, each clearly marked
``Confidential Business Information'' at the top. All submissions
requesting confidential treatment must conform with the requirements of
section 201.6 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (19
CFR 201.6). All written submissions, except for confidential business
information, will be made available in the Office of the Secretary of
the Commission for inspection by interested parties. The Commission may
include such confidential business information in the report it sends
to USTR. To be assured of consideration by the Commission, written
statements relating to the Commission's report should be submitted to
the Commission at the earliest practical date and should be received no
later than the close of business on July 19, 2002. All submissions
should be addressed to the Secretary, United States International Trade
Commission, 500 E Street SW., Washington, DC 20436. The Commission's
rules do not authorize filing submissions with the Secretary by
facsimile or electronic means. Persons with mobility impairments who
will need special assistance in gaining access to the Commission should
contact of the Office of the Secretary at 202-205-2000.
List of Subjects
Chile, tariffs, and trade.
Issued: July 2, 2002.
By order of the Commission.
Marilyn R. Abbott,
Secretary to the Commission.
[FR Doc. 02-17060 Filed 7-8-02; 8:45 am]
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