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Eligible to be imported under the seventh quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year
United States to Dominican Republic Trade Analysis
for Eligible to be imported under the seventh quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year
Detailed tariff information for Eligible to be imported under the seventh quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year imports
Eligible to be imported under the seventh quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year Tariff Rate
Stable with slight growth in agricultural and textile sectors
Special Rates
Preferential Rate under CAFTA-DR
0%
Applicable to goods meeting rules of origin under the Central America-Dominican Republic-United States Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) for the seventh quota period commencing on October 1.
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Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends Quota Period for Dominican Republic Imports Under CAFTA-DR
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has announced the extension of the seventh quota period for specific goods (HS Code: TBD) imported from the Dominican Republic under the CAFTA-DR agreement, effective for the 12-month period starting October 1, 2023.
September 15, 2023
Impact: This extension ensures continued access to the U.S. market for Dominican exporters under the specified quota, potentially stabilizing trade volumes and supporting bilateral trade relations.
Dominican Republic Meets Quota Limits for U.S. Imports in Current Period
Reports indicate that the Dominican Republic has nearly reached its quota limit for eligible imports (HS Code: TBD) to the U.S. under the current sixth quota period, prompting discussions for adjustments in the upcoming seventh period starting October 1, 2023.
August 20, 2023
Impact: Reaching quota limits may restrict further exports until the new period begins, potentially affecting Dominican exporters' revenue and necessitating strategic planning for the next cycle.
USTR Issues Notice on Quota Monitoring for Dominican Imports
The USTR released a notice detailing the monitoring mechanisms for imports from the Dominican Republic under the seventh quota period (HS Code: TBD), emphasizing compliance with CAFTA-DR rules for the period commencing October 1, 2023.
July 10, 2023
Impact: Enhanced monitoring could ensure fair trade practices but may increase administrative burdens for exporters, potentially impacting the speed of trade processing.
Policy Updates
Update to CAFTA-DR Quota Administration for Seventh Period
The USTR has updated the administrative guidelines for the seventh quota period for eligible imports (HS Code: TBD) from the Dominican Republic under CAFTA-DR, effective for the 12-month period starting October 1, 2023. The update includes revised documentation requirements and quota allocation procedures.
