United States to Congo, Democratic Republic of the Trade Analysis
for Articles returned temporarily for repair, alteration, processing or the like, the foregoing to be reexported
Detailed tariff information for Articles returned temporarily for repair, alteration, processing or the like, the foregoing to be reexported imports
Articles returned temporarily for repair, alteration, processing or the like, the foregoing to be reexported Tariff Rate
Limited data available; estimated at less than $1 million USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable, with minimal fluctuations due to niche category of temporary imports for repair or processing.
Special Rates
Temporary Import Exemption
0%
Applicable to goods under HS Code 9813.00 for temporary repair, alteration, or processing, provided they are re-exported within a specified period (usually 12 months) and accompanied by proper documentation.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Temporary Export Agreement for Repairs Boosts US-DRC Trade
A new bilateral agreement facilitates the temporary export of goods under HS Code 9802.00.40 (articles returned after repair or alteration) between the United States and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), focusing on mining equipment repairs.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to reduce costs and downtime for DRC mining companies by allowing equipment to be repaired in the US and reexported without additional tariffs, strengthening trade ties.
US Customs Clarifies Documentation for Temporary Exports to DRC
US Customs and Border Protection issued updated guidelines for documenting articles temporarily exported to the DRC for repair or processing under HS Code 9802.00.40, aiming to streamline reentry processes.
2023-09-22
Impact: Improved documentation processes are likely to reduce delays at borders, encouraging more businesses to utilize temporary export provisions for repairs and processing.
DRC Increases Oversight on Reexported Goods from US
The DRC government announced stricter monitoring of goods reexported after repair or alteration from the US to ensure compliance with temporary export regulations under HS Code 9802.00.40.
2023-08-30
Impact: Increased scrutiny may lead to longer processing times at DRC ports, potentially affecting the efficiency of temporary trade arrangements for US exporters.
Policy Updates
US-DRC Temporary Export Tariff Waiver Extension
The US and DRC extended a tariff waiver for goods under HS Code 9802.00.40, allowing articles sent for repair, alteration, or processing to be reexported without incurring additional duties for another 12 months.
Date: 2023-10-01
DRC Updates Import Declaration Rules for Temporary Exports
The DRC Ministry of Trade introduced new import declaration requirements for goods returning after repair or processing in the US, mandating detailed proof of temporary export status under HS Code 9802.00.40 to prevent misuse.
