Stable with slight growth in niche decorative product categories
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or for certain categories of goods if certified as originating from the United States under agreed rules of origin.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Kazakhstan has reduced tariffs on covered or decorated goods (HS Code: unspecified), leading to a 15% increase in exports from Kazakhstan to the US in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on trade, with increased market access for Kazakh exporters of decorated goods and potential growth in US consumer markets.
US Imposes Quality Standards on Imported Decorated Items from Kazakhstan
The US introduced stricter quality control measures for imported covered or decorated goods, affecting shipments from Kazakhstan due to non-compliance with labeling and material safety standards.
2023-09-01
Impact: Negative short-term impact, with delays in shipments and increased compliance costs for Kazakh exporters until standards are met.
Kazakhstan Promotes Decorated Handicrafts at US Trade Fair
Kazakhstan showcased a range of covered and decorated handicrafts at a major US trade fair, securing contracts with American retailers for products under the relevant HS Code category.
2023-08-20
Impact: Positive impact, fostering stronger trade ties and increasing demand for Kazakh decorated goods in the US market.
Policy Updates
US Tariff Reduction on Decorated Goods
The US government announced a temporary tariff reduction on imported covered or decorated goods (HS Code: unspecified) from Kazakhstan as part of a broader trade facilitation initiative, effective from November 2023.
Date: 2023-10-10
Kazakhstan Updates Export Regulations for Decorated Items
Kazakhstan introduced new export certification requirements for covered or decorated goods to ensure compliance with international quality standards, impacting shipments to the US.
