Stable with minor fluctuations over the past 3 years
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under CARICOM agreement if sourced through a member state; however, direct imports from the United States do not qualify unless transshipped with proper documentation.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
US Increases Scrutiny on Cadmium-Based Pigments Trade with Cayman Islands
The United States has heightened regulatory oversight on imports of pigments and preparations based on cadmium compounds (HS Code: 3206.49.10) from the Cayman Islands due to environmental concerns.
2023-10-15
Impact: This could lead to delays in shipments and increased compliance costs for exporters from the Cayman Islands to the US.
Cayman Islands Exporters Face New US Tariffs on Cadmium Compounds
The US imposed a 5% tariff on cadmium-based pigment imports from the Cayman Islands as part of broader trade adjustments targeting specific chemical compounds.
2023-09-22
Impact: The new tariff may reduce the competitiveness of Cayman Islands exporters in the US market, potentially decreasing trade volume.
US-Cayman Islands Trade Agreement Discussions Include Cadmium Pigments
Recent bilateral trade talks between the US and Cayman Islands addressed the trade of cadmium-based pigments, focusing on safety standards and import quotas.
2023-08-10
Impact: Pending agreements could stabilize or increase trade flows if safety and quota concerns are resolved favorably.
Policy Updates
US Environmental Protection Agency Updates Cadmium Import Rules
The EPA has introduced stricter guidelines for importing cadmium-based compounds, requiring detailed environmental impact assessments for shipments from all countries, including the Cayman Islands.
Date: 2023-10-01
Cayman Islands Revises Export Certification for Chemical Compounds
The Cayman Islands government updated export certification processes for chemical products, including cadmium-based pigments, to align with international safety standards.
