Applicable to qualifying goods from the United States under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), subject to rules of origin and certification.
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News and Updates
Recent News
US-Kenya Trade Agreement Boosts Small Dimension Goods Export
A new trade agreement between the US and Kenya has reduced tariffs on goods with minimum dimensions less than 5.1 cm under specific HS codes, facilitating increased exports from Kenya to the US.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase Kenyan exports of small-dimension goods to the US by 15% over the next year, strengthening bilateral trade ties.
Kenya Seeks US Market Access for Small-Sized Products
Kenyan trade officials met with US representatives to discuss market access for products with dimensions under 5.1 cm, aiming to leverage the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
September 20, 2023
Impact: Successful negotiations could lead to duty-free access for Kenyan small-dimension goods, potentially boosting local manufacturers and US importers.
US Imposes Temporary Quota on Kenyan Small Dimension Imports
The US introduced a temporary quota on imports of goods with dimensions less than 5.1 cm from Kenya due to a surge in imports affecting domestic producers.
August 5, 2023
Impact: The quota may limit Kenyan exports in the short term, prompting concerns among Kenyan exporters about market share loss in the US.
Policy Updates
US-Kenya Trade Partnership Update on Small Dimension Goods
The US and Kenya updated their trade partnership agreement to include specific provisions for goods with dimensions less than 5.1 cm, reducing tariffs by 5% under certain HS codes.
Date: October 10, 2023
AGOA Renewal with Focus on Small-Sized Products
The renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) includes provisions to support Kenyan exports of small-dimension goods to the US, pending compliance with rules of origin.
