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📦 Except for goods loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 9, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.28-9903.01.33, and except as provided for in heading 9903.01.34, articles the product of Lesotho, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter [Compiler's note: provision suspended.]
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United States to Kenya Trade Analysis for Except for goods loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 9, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.28-9903.01.33, and except as provided for in heading 9903.01.34, articles the product of Lesotho, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter [Compiler's note: provision suspended.]

Detailed tariff information for Except for goods loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 9, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.28-9903.01.33, and except as provided for in heading 9903.01.34, articles the product of Lesotho, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter [Compiler's note: provision suspended.] imports

Except for goods loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on April 9, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.28-9903.01.33, and except as provided for in heading 9903.01.34, articles the product of Lesotho, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter [Compiler's note: provision suspended.] Tariff Rate

HS Code:

Suspended (0% applicable under specific conditions)
Effective April 9, 2025
View general trade relationship between United States and Kenya

Trade Volume

Value
Approx. $600 million (U.S.-Kenya bilateral trade)
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with potential growth under ongoing U.S.-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP) negotiations

Special Rates

AGOA Preference
0%
Applicable to qualifying goods from Lesotho under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) when imported into the U.S., subject to specific exclusions and conditions in U.S. note 2, subdivision (v), and headings 9903.01.28-9903.01.34.
Kenya Import Duty
Variable (based on HS Code)
For U.S. goods imported into Kenya, rates depend on specific HS classification under the East African Community Common External Tariff (EAC CET), typically ranging from 0% to 35% unless covered by a trade agreement.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S.-Kenya Trade Talks Advance Under Strategic Partnership
Negotiations for the U.S.-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP) have progressed, with both nations aiming to finalize key agreements on market access and tariff reductions. Discussions focused on agricultural exports and textile trade.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This could lead to reduced tariffs and increased market access for Kenyan goods in the U.S., boosting bilateral trade volumes, especially in sectors like apparel and coffee.
Kenya Seeks Extension of AGOA Benefits Amid U.S. Policy Review
Kenya has urged the U.S. to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) benefits beyond 2025, emphasizing the importance of duty-free access for its exports like textiles and horticultural products.
September 20, 2023
Impact: An extension of AGOA could maintain preferential trade terms for Kenyan exports, preventing potential disruptions if new agreements like STIP are delayed.
U.S. Imposes New Compliance Standards for Kenyan Exports
The U.S. introduced stricter compliance and labor standards for Kenyan exports under existing trade agreements, aiming to ensure fair trade practices and worker rights in sectors like apparel manufacturing.
August 5, 2023
Impact: While this may increase production costs for Kenyan exporters, it could strengthen long-term trade relations by aligning with U.S. ethical trade policies.
Policy Updates
Suspension of Specific Tariff Provisions for Lesotho Products
As per the referenced provision, specific tariff exemptions for goods from Lesotho under headings 9903.01.28-9903.01.33 are suspended. This does not directly impact Kenya but serves as a precedent for potential changes in tariff policies for other African nations under similar trade frameworks like AGOA.
Date: April 9, 2025 (effective date referenced)