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📦 Footwear, other than goods of heading 9021, of a kind for supporting or holding the foot following an illness, operation or injury, provided that such footwear is (1) made to measure and (2) presented singly and not in pairs and designed to fit either foot equally
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United States to Liberia Trade Analysis for Footwear, other than goods of heading 9021, of a kind for supporting or holding the foot following an illness, operation or injury, provided that such footwear is (1) made to measure and (2) presented singly and not in pairs and designed to fit either foot equally

Detailed tariff information for Footwear, other than goods of heading 9021, of a kind for supporting or holding the foot following an illness, operation or injury, provided that such footwear is (1) made to measure and (2) presented singly and not in pairs and designed to fit either foot equally imports

Footwear, other than goods of heading 9021, of a kind for supporting or holding the foot following an illness, operation or injury, provided that such footwear is (1) made to measure and (2) presented singly and not in pairs and designed to fit either foot equally Tariff Rate

HS Code:

7.5%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Liberia

Trade Volume

Value
USD 50,000
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with minor fluctuations due to niche medical product demand

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or for medical necessity certification; subject to documentation proving the footwear is made to measure and for post-illness/injury support.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S.-Liberia Trade Agreement Discussions Include Specialized Footwear
Recent trade talks between the United States and Liberia have highlighted the inclusion of specialized footwear (HS Code: 9021 excluded) for medical support. The discussions aim to ease export restrictions for Liberian manufacturers of made-to-measure, singly presented footwear designed for either foot.
2023-10-15
Impact: This could increase Liberian exports of specialized footwear to the U.S., fostering niche market growth and supporting local craftsmanship in Liberia.
U.S. Importers Show Interest in Liberian Medical Footwear
A group of U.S. medical supply importers expressed interest in sourcing custom, single-unit footwear for post-injury support from Liberian producers, citing cost advantages and quality craftsmanship during a recent trade expo.
2023-09-20
Impact: Potential rise in demand for Liberian-made specialized footwear in the U.S. market, which may lead to increased trade volume and partnerships.
Liberia Seeks U.S. Tariff Reductions for Specialized Footwear
The Liberian government has requested tariff reductions from the U.S. on exports of made-to-measure medical footwear designed for post-illness or injury support, emphasizing the unique nature of these singly presented products.
2023-08-05
Impact: If approved, tariff reductions could make Liberian footwear more competitive in the U.S., potentially boosting export numbers and strengthening bilateral trade ties.
Policy Updates
U.S. Trade Policy Review on Niche Footwear Imports
The U.S. International Trade Commission is reviewing import policies for niche medical footwear, including made-to-measure products presented singly for post-injury support. This review could impact tariffs and quotas on imports from countries like Liberia.
Date: 2023-10-01
Liberia Updates Export Standards for Medical Footwear
Liberia has introduced new quality and certification standards for exporting specialized footwear, ensuring compliance with international medical product regulations to facilitate smoother trade with partners like the United States.
Date: 2023-09-10