United States to Eswatini Trade Analysis
for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
Detailed tariff information for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport imports
Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport Tariff Rate
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Eswatini has facilitated an increase in the export of specialized containers (HS Code 8609) from the US to Eswatini, focusing on multimodal transport solutions for fluids and goods.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase US container exports to Eswatini by 15% over the next year, strengthening trade ties and supporting Eswatini's logistics infrastructure.
Eswatini Introduces New Import Standards for Transport Containers
Eswatini has implemented stricter quality and safety standards for imported containers (HS Code 8609), affecting US exporters who must now comply with updated certification requirements.
2023-09-22
Impact: US exporters may face short-term delays and increased compliance costs, potentially slowing trade volume until adaptations are made.
US Logistics Firm Partners with Eswatini for Container Supply Chain
A major US logistics company has entered into a partnership with Eswatini's trade ministry to supply specially designed containers for fluid transport, aiming to enhance regional trade connectivity.
2023-08-30
Impact: This partnership is likely to streamline supply chains and increase the demand for US-manufactured containers in Eswatini, fostering trade growth.
Policy Updates
Eswatini Updates Tariff Structure for HS Code 8609
Eswatini has revised its tariff rates for containers specially designed for multimodal transport (HS Code 8609), reducing import duties by 5% to encourage trade with partners like the United States under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
Date: 2023-10-01
US Extends AGOA Benefits for Eswatini Container Trade
The United States has confirmed the extension of AGOA benefits for Eswatini, including duty-free access for certain container imports and exports under HS Code 8609, to support economic development and trade relations.
