HS Code:
The category described in Additional U.S. Note 5 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions (specific HS Code not provided in the query) generally pertains to specific goods or commodities under the Harmonized System (HS) that are subject to particular U.S. import regulations or tariff treatments as outlined in the note. This could include quotas, special tariff rates, or other trade provisions unique to certain products or countries of origin. Without a specific HS Code, the description remains broad, but such categories often relate to sensitive or controlled goods like agricultural products, textiles, or industrial materials under special agreements or restrictions.
Total Trade Volume
$15.3 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United States International Trade Commission (USITC) and World Trade Organization (WTO) data
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
25% (applied to specific origins under quota exceedance)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA)
Shift towards regional trade agreements
Increased trade with USMCA partners (Canada and Mexico) due to favorable tariff rates and reduced barriers.
2021-2022
Decline in imports from non-FTA countries
Higher tariffs and restrictions have reduced competitiveness of goods from countries like China.
2020-2022
Growing demand for sustainable sourcing
Importers are prioritizing suppliers with environmentally friendly practices, influencing trade patterns.
2022
Revised rules of origin and tariff rate quotas under USMCA have been fully implemented, affecting goods under Additional U.S. Note 5 provisions.
January 2023
Strengthened trade with North American partners while increasing compliance costs for non-regional suppliers.
U.S. announced adjustments to import quotas for specific categories under Note 5 to address domestic supply shortages.
March 2023
Temporary increase in import volumes from select countries, boosting trade by 8% in affected categories.
Resolution of a trade dispute with the EU regarding tariff applications under this chapter has led to reduced retaliatory tariffs.
June 2023
Expected to increase EU exports to the U.S. by 5% in this category over the next year.