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Eligible to be imported under the tenth quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year
United States to Lesotho Trade Analysis
for Eligible to be imported under the tenth quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year
Detailed tariff information for Eligible to be imported under the tenth quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year imports
Eligible to be imported under the tenth quota period specified in a notice issued by the United States Trade Representative in any 12 month period commencing on October 1 in any year Tariff Rate
USD 300 million (estimated for qualifying goods under AGOA)
Year
2022
Trend
Stable, with potential growth due to AGOA renewal discussions
Special Rates
AGOA Preference
0%
Eligible goods must meet the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) rules of origin and be imported under the specified quota period commencing October 1 in any year. Applies to qualifying textile and apparel products under HS Code as per USTR notice.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends AGOA Benefits for Lesotho Under Tenth Quota Period
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced the continuation of benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for Lesotho, allowing duty-free imports under the tenth quota period for specific goods (HS Code: unspecified in general notice) for the 12-month period starting October 1, 2023.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This extension supports Lesotho's textile and apparel exports to the U.S., strengthening bilateral trade ties and boosting Lesotho's economy by maintaining access to the U.S. market without tariffs.
Lesotho Textile Exports to U.S. See Growth Under AGOA Quota
Recent trade data indicates a 7% increase in Lesotho's textile exports to the U.S. under the tenth quota period of AGOA, as reported by the USTR, reflecting strong demand for Lesotho-made apparel.
November 2, 2023
Impact: The growth in exports under the quota period enhances Lesotho's position as a key apparel supplier to the U.S., potentially attracting further investment in its textile sector.
USTR Reviews Compliance for Lesotho’s AGOA Quota Eligibility
The USTR initiated a review of Lesotho’s compliance with AGOA eligibility criteria for the tenth quota period, focusing on labor rights and economic reforms, with a decision expected in early 2024.
December 10, 2023
Impact: The outcome of this review could affect Lesotho’s ability to export duty-free under the specified quota, potentially impacting trade volumes and economic stability if benefits are altered.
Policy Updates
AGOA Quota Period Renewal for Lesotho
The USTR issued a notice confirming the renewal of the tenth quota period for eligible imports from Lesotho under AGOA, effective October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024, covering specific HS Code categories for duty-free access to the U.S. market.
