Applicable to qualifying goods under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) if documentation and origin criteria are met.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Increases Import Quotas for Congolese Minerals Under HS Code
The United States has revised quantitative limits under U.S. note 14 for specific minerals imported from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, aiming to support critical supply chains for technology and renewable energy sectors.
2023-10-15
Impact: This adjustment is expected to boost imports of key minerals like cobalt and tantalum from the DRC, strengthening bilateral trade ties and supporting U.S. industries reliant on these materials.
DRC and U.S. Discuss Trade Agreements on Critical Minerals
Officials from the U.S. and the Democratic Republic of the Congo held talks to ensure compliance with quantitative limits under HS Code provisions, focusing on sustainable mining practices and export quotas.
2023-09-22
Impact: The discussions could lead to more stable export volumes from the DRC, potentially increasing U.S. access to ethically sourced minerals while addressing supply chain transparency.
U.S. Imposes Temporary Restrictions on Congolese Imports Under HS Code
Due to concerns over labor practices, the U.S. temporarily tightened quantitative limits on certain imports from the DRC under U.S. note 14, pending further review of compliance with trade standards.
2023-08-05
Impact: This restriction may reduce short-term imports from the DRC, impacting U.S. businesses dependent on these goods and potentially straining trade relations.
Policy Updates
Update to U.S. Note 14 Quantitative Limits for DRC Imports
The U.S. Trade Representative announced an update to the quantitative limits specified in U.S. note 14 for imports from the Democratic Republic of the Congo under specific HS Codes, increasing allowable volumes for certain critical minerals to meet domestic demand.
Date: 2023-10-01
New Compliance Requirements for DRC Exports to U.S.
The U.S. introduced stricter documentation and certification requirements for goods imported from the DRC under HS Code provisions, aligning with ethical sourcing guidelines and quantitative limits outlined in U.S. note 14.
