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Goods of Colombia under U.S. note 10 to this subchapter refer to specific products eligible for preferential tariff treatment under the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement (CTPA), implemented in 2012. This agreement provides duty-free or reduced-duty access for a wide range of Colombian goods, including agricultural products, textiles, apparel, and manufactured items, subject to rules of origin and other conditions outlined in the agreement. The goal is to strengthen economic ties between the U.S. and Colombia, promote trade, and support Colombia's development by facilitating market access.
Total Trade Volume
USD 14.3 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United States International Trade Commission (USITC) and Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR)
Average Rate
0% (duty-free for most qualifying goods under CTPA)
Highest Rate
Up to 20% for non-qualifying goods or sensitive products outside CTPA provisions
Lowest Rate
0% (duty-free for most goods meeting rules of origin)
Growth in Colombian agricultural exports
Increased exports of coffee, flowers, and tropical fruits to the U.S. due to duty-free access, boosting rural economies in Colombia
2022
Rising textile and apparel trade
Colombian textile and apparel exports have grown under specific tariff-rate quotas, though competition with Asian producers remains a challenge
2022
Diversification of exported goods
Beyond traditional exports, Colombia is increasing shipments of manufactured goods and processed foods to the U.S., reflecting value-added production
2021-2022
In 2022, the U.S. and Colombia reviewed the impact of the CTPA on its 10th anniversary, highlighting a significant increase in bilateral trade and addressing labor and environmental compliance issues.
May 2022
Reaffirmed commitment to the agreement, with potential for expanded cooperation in sustainable trade practices
The U.S. continues to monitor Colombia's adherence to labor provisions under CTPA, with recent discussions focusing on improving worker protections as a condition for sustained trade benefits.
October 2023
Potential for stricter enforcement or temporary trade restrictions if labor concerns are not addressed
Negotiations in 2023 led to slight increases in tariff-rate quotas for certain Colombian agricultural products like sugar and dairy, providing more market access.
March 2023
Positive for Colombian exporters, though limited by U.S. domestic agricultural sensitivities