### Question
Can you define what duly authorized representative means?


### Answer
**Duly authorized representative** is defined as the following in *19 U.S.C. § 2401*:

> an association of agricultural commodity producers

#### Citation:
  - *19 U.S.C. § 2401*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 12-TRADE ACT OF 1974 > SUBCHAPTER II-RELIEF FROM INJURY CAUSED BY IMPORT COMPETITION > Part 6-Adjustment Assistance for Farmers**

