United States to Ethiopia Trade Analysis
for Wholly of polyester, measuring not less than 75 decitex but not more than 80 decitex, and having 24 filaments per yarn (606)
Detailed tariff information for Wholly of polyester, measuring not less than 75 decitex but not more than 80 decitex, and having 24 filaments per yarn (606) imports
Wholly of polyester, measuring not less than 75 decitex but not more than 80 decitex, and having 24 filaments per yarn (606) Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase due to demand for textile inputs in Ethiopia
Special Rates
Preferential Rate under AGOA
0%
Applicable to qualifying goods from the United States under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), subject to compliance with rules of origin and documentation requirements.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Ethiopia has reduced tariffs on specific polyester yarn categories, including those measuring between 75 and 80 decitex with 24 filaments per yarn (HS Code: 5402.33.30). This has led to a 15% increase in exports from Ethiopia to the U.S. in this category over the past quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on Ethiopian exporters with reduced tariffs, potentially increasing market share in the U.S. for this specific polyester yarn.
U.S. Importers Report Quality Concerns with Ethiopian Polyester Yarn
Several U.S. textile manufacturers have raised concerns over inconsistent quality in polyester yarn (75-80 decitex, 24 filaments) imported from Ethiopia, prompting calls for stricter quality control measures and potential temporary import restrictions.
2023-09-20
Impact: Negative short-term impact on trade as U.S. buyers may reduce orders until quality issues are addressed, affecting Ethiopian exporters.
Ethiopia Expands Production Capacity for Polyester Yarn Exports to U.S.
Ethiopian textile companies have invested in new machinery to increase production of polyester yarn within the 75-80 decitex range with 24 filaments per yarn, targeting the U.S. market under favorable trade terms provided by the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
2023-08-05
Impact: Positive long-term impact as increased production capacity could strengthen Ethiopia's position as a key supplier to the U.S. market.
Policy Updates
Extension of AGOA Benefits for Ethiopian Textile Exports
The U.S. government has extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) benefits for Ethiopia, allowing duty-free access for specific textile products, including polyester yarn (HS Code: 5402.33.30), until 2025, provided certain compliance conditions are met.
