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CITA Asks for Comments on Possible Changes to Apparel Rules of Origin Under Morocco FTA

The Committee for Implementation of Trade Agreements is asking for comments by Jan. 6 on potential changes to rules of origin under the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement for certain fabrics. American Eagle Outfitters on Nov. 19 requested that the U.S.…

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and Morocco loosen rules of origin for women’s and girls’ garments made of 100 percent rayon woven fabric under HTS heading 5408, said CITA (here). Swimsuit Commission Corporation separately filed a request (here), also on Nov. 19, asking the U.S. and Morocco to revise rules of origin for women’s and girls’ swimwear under HTS subheading made from polyester or nylon warp-knit fabrics 6004.10. CITA will consider whether each respective fabric is not available in commercial commodities in either the U.S. or Morocco.