United States to Fiji Trade Analysis
for Articles of heading 4202 described in U.S. note 6(l) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic
Detailed tariff information for Articles of heading 4202 described in U.S. note 6(l) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic imports
Articles of heading 4202 described in U.S. note 6(l) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic Tariff Rate
Stable with minor fluctuations due to limited direct trade of HS 4202 articles between the U.S. and Fiji
Special Rates
Preferential Rate under Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA)
0%
Applicable if goods meet rules of origin criteria under PICTA and are imported from a member country. United States is not a member; thus, this rate does not apply.
Temporary Concessional Rate
3%
Subject to approval by Fiji Revenue and Customs Service for specific importers or purposes (e.g., tourism-related imports).
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Expands Trade Benefits for Haiti and Dominican Republic under HOPE Act
The U.S. government has extended trade preferences for articles of heading 4202 (luggage, handbags, etc.) under U.S. Note 6(l) imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic, benefiting exporters to the U.S. market. While this news does not directly involve Fiji, it reflects ongoing U.S. trade policy adjustments in the Caribbean region.
October 15, 2023
Impact: No direct impact on U.S.-Fiji trade as this pertains to Haiti and the Dominican Republic; however, it highlights U.S. focus on regional trade agreements which could influence future Pacific trade policies.
CBP Clarifies Documentation for Duty-Free Imports from Haiti under Heading 4202
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued updated guidelines for duty-free imports of articles under heading 4202 from Haiti, emphasizing proper certification to qualify under U.S. Note 6(l). This does not involve Fiji but showcases U.S. import compliance trends.
September 20, 2023
Impact: No immediate effect on U.S.-Fiji trade; indirect relevance as U.S. import policies could serve as a model for other regions, including the Pacific.
Dominican Republic Boosts Exports of Heading 4202 Goods to U.S. Market
The Dominican Republic reported a significant increase in exports of articles under heading 4202 to the U.S., leveraging duty-free access under U.S. Note 6(l). This development is specific to the Caribbean and does not involve Fiji.
August 5, 2023
Impact: No direct impact on U.S.-Fiji trade; potential indirect influence if U.S. seeks to diversify import sources from other regions like the Pacific.
Policy Updates
Extension of HOPE Act Provisions for Heading 4202 Imports from Haiti
The U.S. extended the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement (HOPE) Act provisions, allowing duty-free imports of articles under heading 4202 directly from Haiti as per U.S. Note 6(l). This does not apply to Fiji but is part of broader U.S. trade policy in the Western Hemisphere.
