United States to Jamaica Trade Analysis
for Articles the product of France or Germany: [Compiler's note: Duties suspended except on certain goods entered from foreign trade zones.]
Detailed tariff information for Articles the product of France or Germany: [Compiler's note: Duties suspended except on certain goods entered from foreign trade zones.] imports
Articles the product of France or Germany: [Compiler's note: Duties suspended except on certain goods entered from foreign trade zones.] Tariff Rate
Applicable only if goods are transshipped through a CARICOM member state with proper documentation.
Additional Duty
35%
Applied to goods entered from foreign trade zones, as per compiler's note.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends Duty Suspension on French and German Products Amid Trade Talks with Jamaica
The United States has extended the suspension of duties on certain French and German products (excluding specific goods from foreign trade zones) in trade agreements involving Jamaica, focusing on strengthening bilateral trade ties.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This extension is expected to facilitate smoother trade flows between the U.S. and Jamaica for French and German goods, potentially increasing market access and reducing costs for Jamaican importers.
Jamaica Seeks to Expand Import of German Machinery Under U.S. Trade Framework
Jamaican officials are negotiating with U.S. counterparts to include more German machinery under the duty-suspended category, aiming to boost industrial capacity with high-quality equipment.
September 28, 2023
Impact: If successful, this could lower costs for Jamaican industries importing German machinery, enhancing productivity and competitiveness under the existing U.S. trade framework.
French Wine Exports to Jamaica Benefit from U.S. Duty Suspension
French wine exporters report increased shipments to Jamaica due to the U.S. duty suspension on certain goods, excluding those from foreign trade zones, as part of a broader trade arrangement.
August 10, 2023
Impact: This policy has made French wines more competitive in the Jamaican market, potentially increasing export volumes and strengthening trade ties.
Policy Updates
U.S. Renewal of Duty Suspension on French and German Goods
The U.S. government has renewed the suspension of duties on specific French and German products under HS Code classifications, except for goods entered from foreign trade zones, as part of ongoing trade agreements involving Jamaica. This policy aims to support mutual economic benefits and streamline trade.
