United States to French Polynesia Trade Analysis
for Machining centers, unit construction machines (single station) and multistation transfer machines, for working metal
Detailed tariff information for Machining centers, unit construction machines (single station) and multistation transfer machines, for working metal imports
Machining centers, unit construction machines (single station) and multistation transfer machines, for working metal Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase of 3% compared to 2021
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or for certain qualifying countries under GSP (Generalized System of Preferences) if documentation is provided.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity for Machining Centers Between US and French Polynesia
Recent trade data indicates minimal activity in the export of machining centers, unit construction machines, and multistation transfer machines (HS Code: 8457) from the United States to French Polynesia. No significant shipments were recorded in the past quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: The lack of trade in this category suggests limited demand or market access challenges in French Polynesia for US-manufactured metalworking machinery, potentially affecting US exporters seeking growth in this region.
US Export Regulations Tighten for Specialized Machinery
The US Department of Commerce updated export control lists, which may indirectly impact the shipment of specialized metalworking machinery like machining centers to smaller markets such as French Polynesia, due to increased documentation requirements.
2023-09-20
Impact: US exporters may face additional compliance costs or delays, potentially discouraging trade with smaller markets like French Polynesia where trade volumes are already low.
French Polynesia Infrastructure Projects Stalled, Impacting Machinery Imports
Delays in infrastructure and industrial projects in French Polynesia have led to a reduced demand for imported metalworking machinery, including machining centers from the United States.
2023-08-05
Impact: US exporters may see a temporary decline in opportunities for trade in this sector until project timelines in French Polynesia are clarified or resumed.
Policy Updates
US Export Control Update for Machinery
The US Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has updated export control policies under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), requiring additional licensing for certain advanced machinery, including some categories under HS Code 8457, even for non-sensitive destinations like French Polynesia.
Date: 2023-09-15
French Polynesia Import Tariff Adjustment
French Polynesia, under French overseas territory regulations, adjusted import tariffs for industrial machinery, including metalworking equipment under HS Code 8457, increasing duties by 2% to support local economic initiatives.
