United States to Madagascar Trade Analysis
for Apparel articles described in U.S. note 6(p) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic
Detailed tariff information for Apparel articles described in U.S. note 6(p) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic imports
Apparel articles described in U.S. note 6(p) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic Tariff Rate
Not specifically available for Madagascar imports from the U.S. under this category; general U.S. apparel exports to Madagascar are approximately $1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight annual fluctuations
Special Rates
Preferential Rate under HOPE Act
0.0%
Applies to apparel articles under U.S. note 6(p) imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic under the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement (HOPE) Act, subject to specific rules of origin and documentation.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends Trade Benefits for Haitian Apparel under HOPE Act
The U.S. government announced an extension of the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement (HOPE) Act, facilitating duty-free imports of apparel articles from Haiti, including those described in U.S. note 6(p) to subchapter, directly imported to the U.S.
October 10, 2023
Impact: This extension is expected to boost apparel trade between the U.S. and Haiti, providing economic support to Haitian manufacturers and increasing import volumes of qualifying apparel articles.
Dominican Republic Strengthens Apparel Export Ties with U.S. under DR-CAFTA
Under the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement (DR-CAFTA), the Dominican Republic reported a 12% increase in apparel exports to the U.S., including items under HS codes related to U.S. note 6(p), due to streamlined customs processes.
September 15, 2023
Impact: This growth enhances trade relations and encourages further investment in the Dominican apparel sector, potentially increasing U.S. imports of these goods.
U.S. Reviews Trade Preferences for Madagascar Apparel Imports
The U.S. Trade Representative initiated a review of Madagascar’s eligibility for benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which includes duty-free access for apparel articles similar to those described in U.S. note 6(p).
August 20, 2023
Impact: Pending the review outcome, there could be disruptions or enhancements in apparel trade between the U.S. and Madagascar, affecting import volumes and market access.
Policy Updates
Extension of HOPE Act for Haiti
The U.S. Congress extended the HOPE Act through 2030, ensuring continued duty-free access for qualifying apparel articles from Haiti, as described in U.S. note 6(p), when imported directly to the U.S.
Date: October 1, 2023
AGOA Eligibility Review for Madagascar
The U.S. government announced a review of Madagascar’s compliance with AGOA eligibility criteria, which could impact duty-free imports of apparel articles to the U.S. under provisions similar to U.S. note 6(p).
