HS Code:
The category of Textile or Apparel Goods of Peru, as described in U.S. note 30 to subchapter XXII of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), pertains to specific textile and apparel products originating from Peru that qualify for preferential tariff treatment under the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement (PTPA). This agreement, enacted in 2009, allows certain Peruvian textile and apparel goods to enter the U.S. market duty-free or at reduced rates, provided they meet specific rules of origin and other provisions. These goods typically include woven fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, apparel items such as shirts, trousers, and dresses, and other textile articles made from materials like cotton, wool, alpaca, and synthetic fibers, which are significant to Peru's export economy due to its rich textile heritage and access to high-quality natural fibers.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) and Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR)
Average Rate
0% (duty-free under PTPA for qualifying goods)
Highest Rate
Up to 20% for non-qualifying textile goods under general rates
Lowest Rate
0% for goods meeting PTPA rules of origin
Growing demand for sustainable and ethically sourced apparel
Increased interest in Peruvian textiles made from organic cotton and alpaca wool, positioning Peru as a key supplier for eco-conscious U.S. brands
2021-2023
Shift toward premium and artisanal textile products
Higher value-added exports of handwoven and specialty fabrics, boosting Peru's market share in niche apparel segments
2020-2022
Impact of global supply chain disruptions
Delays in shipping and increased costs have affected export volumes, though nearshoring trends favor Peru due to proximity to the U.S. market
2021-2023
The U.S. and Peru have discussed potential updates to the PTPA to include additional textile categories under preferential treatment, focusing on sustainable fibers.
Mid-2023
Could further increase Peru's textile exports to the U.S. by reducing barriers for emerging product lines.
Peru and the U.S. have implemented digital systems to streamline the certification of origin process for textile goods under PTPA, reducing administrative delays.
Early 2023
Expected to enhance efficiency and reduce costs for exporters, potentially increasing trade volume.
Increased marketing and trade promotion efforts by Peruvian exporters and U.S. retailers to highlight alpaca wool apparel as a luxury and sustainable option.
Late 2022
Boosted demand for high-value Peruvian apparel, contributing to growth in export revenues.