Limited data available; estimated at less than $50,000 USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with low volume due to niche product category
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or if the product qualifies for exemption under EAC rules of origin.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Increases Tech Exports to Burundi for Weight Gauging Equipment
The United States has seen a slight uptick in exports of electronic weight gauging equipment (HS Code: 8423.89) to Burundi, driven by demand in agricultural processing sectors.
2023-10-15
Impact: This could strengthen trade ties and support Burundi's agricultural modernization, though volumes remain small due to limited market size.
Burundi Seeks U.S. Technology for Trade Efficiency
Burundi's trade ministry expressed interest in importing advanced electronic weighing systems from the U.S. to improve accuracy in export commodity measurements.
2023-09-22
Impact: Potential for increased U.S. exports in this niche sector, though dependent on funding and infrastructure development in Burundi.
During a bilateral trade discussion, Burundi identified electronic weight gauging tools as a priority import from the U.S. to enhance logistics and trade compliance.
2023-08-10
Impact: May lead to targeted trade agreements or aid packages, boosting U.S. exports in this category over the medium term.
Policy Updates
U.S. Trade Facilitation Program for East Africa
The U.S. announced a trade facilitation initiative for East African countries, including Burundi, which may include tariff reductions or technical assistance for importing specialized equipment like electronic weight gauging systems.
