Which type of products may be excluded from duty?

Products that are eligible for trade agreements or exemptions, such as educational materials, are often excluded from duty due to the specific provisions laid out in these agreements. Many trade agreements are designed to facilitate access to educational resources, promoting the dissemination of knowledge and skills. As such, certain categories of goods, including educational materials like books, computers, and software used for educational purposes, may be imported without incurring duties. This exemption supports the goal of increasing educational opportunities globally and ensuring that these essential resources are more affordable and accessible.

In contrast, while luxury items may not be subject to duty exemptions, they generally do incur import duties as they are often considered non-essential. Perishable goods require immediate entry but do not necessarily qualify for duty exemptions; their urgent nature does not remove the requirement for duties unless specified. Lastly, goods produced in countries with favorable human rights records do not automatically gain exemption from duties; trade policy typically considers various factors, and preferential treatment is not solely based on human rights standings. Thus, focusing on the specifics of trade agreements helps clarify why educational materials stand out as eligible for duty exclusions.