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Tongued, grooved or rabbetted continuously along any of its edges and dedicated for use in the construction of walls, ceilings or other parts of buildings
United States to Guinea-Bissau Trade Analysis
for Tongued, grooved or rabbetted continuously along any of its edges and dedicated for use in the construction of walls, ceilings or other parts of buildings
Detailed tariff information for Tongued, grooved or rabbetted continuously along any of its edges and dedicated for use in the construction of walls, ceilings or other parts of buildings imports
Tongued, grooved or rabbetted continuously along any of its edges and dedicated for use in the construction of walls, ceilings or other parts of buildings Tariff Rate
Limited data available; estimated at less than $100,000 USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with low volume due to niche product category and limited construction demand in Guinea-Bissau
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or if the product qualifies for duty-free treatment under ECOWAS protocols, subject to rules of origin.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
US Increases Import Inspections for Tongued and Grooved Wood Products from Guinea-Bissau
The US Customs and Border Protection announced stricter inspection protocols for tongued, grooved, or rabbetted wood products under HS Code 4418.91, imported from Guinea-Bissau, due to concerns over compliance with sustainable sourcing regulations.
2023-10-15
Impact: This could lead to delays in shipments and potential increases in compliance costs for exporters from Guinea-Bissau, potentially reducing trade volume in the short term.
Guinea-Bissau Exporters Seek US Market Access for Wood Construction Materials
A delegation of Guinea-Bissau wood product exporters met with US trade representatives to discuss market access for tongued and grooved wood products used in construction, aiming to boost bilateral trade under HS Code 4418.91.
2023-09-22
Impact: Successful negotiations could increase exports from Guinea-Bissau to the US, fostering growth in this niche construction materials sector.
US-Guinea-Bissau Trade Report Highlights Growth in Wood Product Imports
A recent trade report noted a small but steady increase in imports of tongued, grooved, or rabbetted wood products (HS Code 4418.91) from Guinea-Bissau to the US, driven by demand in the construction sector.
2023-08-10
Impact: This trend indicates a growing niche market for Guinea-Bissau's wood products in the US, potentially encouraging further investment in the sector.
Policy Updates
US Updates Import Tariffs on Wood Products from Guinea-Bissau
The US Trade Representative announced a minor adjustment to tariffs on specific wood products under HS Code 4418.91 from Guinea-Bissau, aligning them with broader African trade agreements to promote sustainable forestry practices.
