When is the duty rate applicable on a warehouse entry?

The duty rate applicable on a warehouse entry is tied to the date of withdrawal from the warehouse. This is crucial because when goods are entered into a warehouse, they can remain there without duties being assessed until they are removed for consumption. At the moment of withdrawal, the goods are formally entering the commerce of the country, and that is when the duty becomes due based on the value and classification of the goods. Therefore, the duty rate is determined at the time those goods are taken out of the warehouse and brought into the country for distribution or sale, reflecting the compliance requirements for customs duties.

The other options address different points in the import process, such as approval, importation into the warehouse, and the application for entry, but none of these events signify the point in time when the duty is assessed.