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News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity for Specific Steel Pipes Between US and Comoros
Recent trade data indicates minimal activity in the export of steel pipes with an outside diameter between 114.3 mm and 190.5 mm (HS Code: likely under 7305 or 7306) from the United States to Comoros. No significant transactions were recorded in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Negligible impact on trade due to the historically low volume of trade in this specific category between the two countries.
US Export Regulations Tighten for Steel Products
The US Department of Commerce has introduced stricter export documentation for steel products, including pipes with diameters between 114.3 mm and 190.5 mm, affecting niche markets like Comoros.
2023-09-20
Impact: Potential delays in small-scale exports to Comoros due to increased compliance requirements, though overall trade volume remains low.
Comoros Infrastructure Demand for Steel Pipes Remains Stagnant
A report from the Comoros Ministry of Infrastructure highlights a lack of demand for imported steel pipes in the specified diameter range (114.3 mm to 190.5 mm), with no recent orders from the US.
2023-08-05
Impact: Continued low trade activity with the US in this category, as Comoros prioritizes local or regional sourcing for infrastructure needs.
Policy Updates
US Export Control Update for Steel Products
The US has updated export control measures for steel products under HS Codes related to pipes (likely 7305 or 7306), requiring additional licensing for shipments to non-major trading partners like Comoros, even for small-diameter ranges such as 114.3 mm to 190.5 mm.
