HS Code:
The category 'Provided for in subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 21(f) to this subchapter' under the Harmonized System (HS) Code generally pertains to specific goods or products as defined by the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) notes. These subheadings often cover niche or specialized products subject to specific tariff treatments or trade agreements as outlined in U.S. note 21(f). Without a specific HS code provided, this response assumes a generalized category under this note, which could include products like certain agricultural goods, textiles, or manufactured items subject to special provisions. This category is significant for trade partners due to tailored tariff rates or quotas that may apply.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) DataWeb
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
15.0% (applied to certain non-FTA countries)
Lowest Rate
0.0% (under specific trade agreements like USMCA)
Increased demand for sustainable products
Countries with eco-friendly production methods are gaining market share, influencing trade patterns.
2021-2022
Shift towards regional trade agreements
Trade within North America has increased due to USMCA benefits, reducing reliance on Asian imports.
2020-2022
Digital tracking of supply chains
Enhanced transparency in trade compliance, affecting import documentation and tariff applications.
2022
Adjustments to tariff rate quotas under USMCA for products in this category to support North American trade.
January 2023
Increased imports from Canada and Mexico with reduced tariffs, boosting regional trade.
Introduction of temporary safeguard duties on specific imports to protect domestic industries under U.S. note 21(f).
March 2023
Potential reduction in imports from non-FTA countries due to higher costs.
Resolution of a trade dispute involving tariff misclassification under this subheading with a major trading partner.
July 2023
Improved clarity in tariff application, expected to stabilize trade flows.