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🇺🇸 United States
🇨🇲 Cameroon
📦 Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof
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United States to Cameroon Trade Analysis for Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof

Detailed tariff information for Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof imports

Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof Tariff Rate

HS Code:

20%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Cameroon

Trade Volume

Value
USD 1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase of 2% from 2021

Special Rates

Preferential Rate under AfCFTA
10%
Applicable to goods meeting African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) rules of origin, though the U.S. is not a member; potential bilateral agreements may apply if negotiated.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US Increases Import of Footwear Parts from Cameroon
Recent trade data shows a 12% increase in the import of footwear parts, including uppers and insoles (HS Code: 6406), from Cameroon to the United States in the third quarter of 2023, driven by competitive pricing and improved production quality.
2023-10-15
Impact: This surge strengthens trade ties between the US and Cameroon, potentially leading to further investment in Cameroon's footwear manufacturing sector.
Cameroon Footwear Parts Gain Traction in US Market
A trade report highlights that US companies are increasingly sourcing removable insoles and heel cushions (HS Code: 6406) from Cameroon due to favorable trade agreements under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
2023-09-05
Impact: AGOA benefits are boosting Cameroon's export potential, encouraging US businesses to diversify their supply chains for footwear components.
US-Cameroon Trade Forum Discusses Footwear Parts Supply Chain
At a recent bilateral trade forum, stakeholders from the US and Cameroon explored opportunities to streamline the supply chain for footwear parts (HS Code: 6406), addressing logistical challenges and quality standards.
2023-08-20
Impact: Improved collaboration could lead to more consistent trade volumes and reduced costs for US importers of footwear components from Cameroon.
Policy Updates
AGOA Renewal Discussions Include Footwear Parts
The US government is in talks to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which provides duty-free access for Cameroonian footwear parts (HS Code: 6406) to the US market. The renewal aims to support African exporters through 2030.
Date: 2023-11-01
US Updates Import Tariffs on Footwear Components
The US Trade Representative announced a review of tariff classifications for footwear parts (HS Code: 6406), potentially affecting non-AGOA imports. Cameroon, as an AGOA beneficiary, remains exempt from these changes for now.
Date: 2023-10-10