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Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water
United States to Guatemala Trade Analysis
for Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water
Detailed tariff information for Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water imports
Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water Tariff Rate
Stable with slight annual growth due to consistent demand for industrial and household use
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under CAFTA-DR for qualifying goods from the United States; must meet rules of origin criteria.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Increased Salt Exports from Guatemala to the US
Guatemala has ramped up exports of table salt and denatured salt to the United States, driven by rising demand in the food processing industry. Trade data indicates a 15% increase in volume over the past quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: This surge strengthens trade ties between the two nations under CAFTA-DR, potentially lowering costs for US food manufacturers but increasing competition for domestic US salt producers.
US Imposes Quality Checks on Guatemalan Salt Imports
The US Food and Drug Administration has introduced stricter quality control measures for imported salt products, including those from Guatemala, to ensure compliance with safety standards for anti-caking agents.
2023-09-20
Impact: These measures may temporarily slow down salt imports from Guatemala, increasing costs for exporters due to additional testing and certification requirements.
Guatemala Expands Sea Water Desalination for Industrial Salt Production
Guatemala has invested in new desalination plants to produce industrial-grade sodium chloride, with a significant portion targeted for export to the US market under existing trade agreements.
2023-08-05
Impact: This development could increase the supply of pure sodium chloride to the US, potentially stabilizing prices for industrial users while challenging US domestic producers.
Policy Updates
CAFTA-DR Tariff Adjustments for Salt Products
Under the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR), tariffs on certain salt products (HS Code 2501) imported from Guatemala to the US have been reduced to zero, facilitating smoother trade flows.
