United States to Bahrain Trade Analysis
for Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders
Detailed tariff information for Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders imports
Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders Tariff Rate
Applicable under the US-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement (USBFTA) for qualifying goods with proper documentation (Certificate of Origin).
Additional Information
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Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
US-Bahrain Trade Agreement Boosts Yeast Exports
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the US and Bahrain has reduced tariffs on yeast products under HS Code 2102, leading to a 15% increase in US exports of active and inactive yeasts to Bahrain in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters due to reduced tariffs, potentially increasing market share in Bahrain for yeast and baking powder products.
Bahrain Increases Demand for US Prepared Baking Powders
Bahrain's growing bakery sector has driven a surge in imports of prepared baking powders from the US, with trade data showing a 10% rise in shipments under HS Code 2102 over the past six months.
2023-09-01
Impact: Increased demand strengthens trade ties, benefiting US manufacturers and encouraging further investment in the sector.
Logistics Challenges Impact Yeast Trade Between US and Bahrain
Shipping delays and port congestion have temporarily disrupted the supply of inactive yeasts from the US to Bahrain, causing a 5% drop in trade volume for HS Code 2102 products in the third quarter of 2023.
2023-08-20
Impact: Negative short-term impact on trade flow, potentially increasing costs for Bahraini importers and prompting a search for alternative suppliers.
Policy Updates
US-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Amendment on HS Code 2102
An amendment to the US-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement has eliminated tariffs on yeast and prepared baking powders (HS Code 2102), effective from October 2023, to promote trade in food processing ingredients.
