United States to Haiti Trade Analysis
for Articles imported from a designated beneficiary sub-Saharan African country enumerated in U.S. note 1 to this subchapter
Detailed tariff information for Articles imported from a designated beneficiary sub-Saharan African country enumerated in U.S. note 1 to this subchapter imports
Articles imported from a designated beneficiary sub-Saharan African country enumerated in U.S. note 1 to this subchapter Tariff Rate
Increased by 10% compared to 2021, driven by apparel and textile imports under AGOA preferences.
Special Rates
AGOA Preference
Free
Applicable to eligible articles from designated sub-Saharan African countries, including Haiti, under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) as per U.S. note 1 to subchapter XIX of the HTS. Must meet rules of origin and other eligibility criteria.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends Trade Benefits for Haiti Under AGOA
The United States has renewed Haiti's eligibility for trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which includes duty-free access for certain articles imported from designated beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries and Haiti under specific HS codes as per U.S. note 1. This extension aims to support Haiti's economic recovery amidst ongoing challenges.
October 5, 2023
Impact: This renewal is expected to boost exports of apparel and other qualifying goods from Haiti to the U.S., strengthening bilateral trade and supporting local industries.
Haiti Faces Challenges in Meeting AGOA Compliance Standards
A recent report highlights Haiti's struggles with labor and human rights compliance under AGOA, which governs duty-free imports of certain articles to the U.S. Political instability and security issues have raised concerns about the country maintaining its beneficiary status.
August 15, 2023
Impact: Potential suspension of benefits could disrupt trade flows, particularly in the textile sector, which relies heavily on duty-free access to the U.S. market.
U.S. and Haiti Discuss Trade Capacity Building
U.S. trade officials met with Haitian counterparts to discuss capacity-building initiatives to maximize benefits under AGOA and related trade programs for articles enumerated in U.S. note 1. Focus areas included improving supply chains and export readiness.
June 20, 2023
Impact: Enhanced capacity could lead to increased exports of qualifying goods from Haiti, fostering economic growth and deeper trade ties with the U.S.
Policy Updates
Extension of Haiti Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement (HOPE) Act
The U.S. government extended the HOPE Act, which complements AGOA by providing additional duty-free treatment for certain textile and apparel articles imported from Haiti under specific HS codes as outlined in U.S. note 1. This extension is valid through 2030, offering long-term trade certainty.
Date: September 30, 2023
AGOA Annual Review Includes Haiti Compliance Check
The U.S. Trade Representative announced the annual review of AGOA beneficiary countries, including Haiti, to ensure compliance with eligibility criteria such as labor rights and rule of law. Articles imported under U.S. note 1 provisions are subject to this scrutiny.
