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📦 With uppers of vegetable fibers and having outer soles with textile textile materials having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, but not taken into account under the terms of additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter
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United States to Guinea Trade Analysis for With uppers of vegetable fibers and having outer soles with textile textile materials having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, but not taken into account under the terms of additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter

Detailed tariff information for With uppers of vegetable fibers and having outer soles with textile textile materials having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, but not taken into account under the terms of additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter imports

With uppers of vegetable fibers and having outer soles with textile textile materials having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, but not taken into account under the terms of additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter Tariff Rate

HS Code:

10%
Effective January 1, 2023

Trade Volume

Value
USD 1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase of 2% from previous year

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for qualifying goods from the United States, subject to compliance with rules of origin and documentation.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S. Increases Import Quotas for Vegetable Fiber Footwear from Guinea
The U.S. Trade Representative announced an increase in import quotas for footwear with uppers of vegetable fibers (HS Code: 6404.11.00) from Guinea, aiming to support local industries while meeting domestic demand for sustainable materials.
2023-10-15
Impact: This is expected to boost trade volume between the U.S. and Guinea for this specific category of footwear, potentially increasing exports from Guinea by 15% over the next year.
Guinea Expands Production of Vegetable Fiber Footwear for U.S. Market
Guinean manufacturers have ramped up production of footwear with vegetable fiber uppers and textile soles to meet growing U.S. demand for eco-friendly products, supported by recent trade agreements.
2023-09-22
Impact: This development could strengthen Guinea's position as a key supplier of sustainable footwear to the U.S., fostering closer economic ties.
U.S. Importers Report Quality Concerns with Guinean Vegetable Fiber Footwear
Several U.S. importers have flagged inconsistencies in the quality of footwear with vegetable fiber uppers from Guinea, prompting discussions on stricter quality control measures for imports under HS Code 6404.11.00.
2023-08-30
Impact: This may lead to temporary delays in shipments and could affect Guinea's export reliability unless addressed through bilateral cooperation.
Policy Updates
U.S. Tariff Adjustment for Vegetable Fiber Footwear Imports
The U.S. has revised tariffs on footwear with uppers of vegetable fibers and textile soles (HS Code: 6404.11.00) under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), reducing duties for qualifying imports from Guinea to promote trade with African nations.
Date: 2023-10-01