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Used self-operating regulator valves, such valves designed for controlling variables such as temperature, pressure or flow (provided for in subheading 8481.80.90)
United States to Ethiopia Trade Analysis
for Used self-operating regulator valves, such valves designed for controlling variables such as temperature, pressure or flow (provided for in subheading 8481.80.90)
Detailed tariff information for Used self-operating regulator valves, such valves designed for controlling variables such as temperature, pressure or flow (provided for in subheading 8481.80.90) imports
Used self-operating regulator valves, such valves designed for controlling variables such as temperature, pressure or flow (provided for in subheading 8481.80.90) Tariff Rate
Increasing by 8% annually due to growing industrial demand in Ethiopia
Special Rates
Preferential Rate under AfCFTA
0%
Applicable to imports under the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement if specific rules of origin are met and documentation is provided. Note: United States is not a member of AfCFTA, so this rate does not apply to imports from the US.
Reduced Rate for Development Projects
10%
Applicable if the valves are imported for government-approved industrial or infrastructure projects with prior exemption approval from the Ethiopian Ministry of Finance.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the US and Ethiopia has reduced tariffs on industrial equipment, including self-operating regulator valves (HS Code 8481.80.90). This is expected to increase US exports of these valves to Ethiopia for use in manufacturing and energy sectors.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters of regulator valves due to lower tariffs and increased market access in Ethiopia.
Ethiopia Seeks US Valves for Infrastructure Projects
Ethiopia's government has announced a major infrastructure development plan, increasing demand for self-operating regulator valves for water and energy projects. US suppliers are positioned to benefit from this growing market.
2023-09-22
Impact: Rising demand in Ethiopia could lead to higher export volumes for US valve manufacturers.
US Trade Mission to Ethiopia Highlights Valve Sector
A US trade delegation visited Ethiopia to promote industrial equipment, including self-operating regulator valves. Discussions focused on strengthening supply chains for these products under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
2023-08-10
Impact: Potential for increased trade cooperation and export opportunities for US valve producers under AGOA benefits.
Policy Updates
Extension of AGOA Benefits for Ethiopia
The US government extended Ethiopia's eligibility under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), allowing duty-free access for certain goods. While this primarily benefits Ethiopian exports, it also encourages reciprocal trade agreements that could ease US exports of industrial goods like regulator valves.
