HS Code:
The category described in Additional U.S. Note 7 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 special provisions or exceptions as outlined in U.S. tariff schedules. These provisions often include quota limitations, special tariff treatments, or specific entry requirements as defined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Without a specific HS code, this overview assumes a generalized category under U.S. tariff rules, often related to agricultural or industrial products with controlled import conditions.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United States International Trade Commission (USITC) DataWeb
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
15.0% (applied to non-FTA countries under specific quota exceedances)
Lowest Rate
0.0% (under Free Trade Agreements like USMCA)
Increased demand for sustainable sourcing
Countries with strong environmental regulations are gaining market share due to consumer and regulatory preferences for eco-friendly products.
2021-2022
Shift towards regional trade agreements
Trade under USMCA has reduced tariff barriers for North American partners, boosting trade volumes with Canada and Mexico.
2020-2022
Digital tracking and compliance requirements
Exporters are adopting digital tools to meet stringent U.S. entry documentation, increasing compliance costs but improving transparency.
2022
The U.S. adjusted import quotas for certain goods under Additional U.S. Note 7 provisions as part of USMCA renegotiations, allowing higher duty-free imports from Canada and Mexico.
January 2023
Expected to increase trade volume by 10% from North American partners in 2023.
U.S. Customs introduced stricter sanitary and phytosanitary requirements for products under this category to prevent pest and disease risks.
June 2022
Temporary delays in imports from non-compliant countries; increased costs for exporters to meet standards.
A trade dispute regarding quota allocations under this HS category was resolved, leading to a temporary reduction in tariffs for Brazilian exports.
March 2023
Boosted Brazilian exports by 5% in Q2 2023, strengthening its position in the U.S. market.