§ Sir W. PRESTONasked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department what amount of ad valorem duty is charged by Australia, Canada, South Africa, Argentine, and Brazil on the importation of steel rails, steel girders, and railway locomotives into their respective countries?
§ Mr. GILLETTThe information is given in the published relevant official documents of the countries named. I am, however, sending the hon. Member a statement containing the particulars desired. The majority of the duties are specific, and I regret I am not able to convert these toad valorem equivalents.