Applicable to goods meeting African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) rules of origin, though not directly applicable to imports from the United States unless rerouted through an AfCFTA member.
Temporary Concession
10%
May apply under specific government import relief programs for industrial inputs, subject to approval by the Ministry of Trade and Industry.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Malawi has facilitated increased exports of products under HS Code related to Testing 25 degrees A.P.I. or more, focusing on quality assurance and compliance with international standards.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to enhance market access for U.S. exporters, potentially increasing trade volume by 15% over the next year, while providing Malawi with access to high-quality testing materials.
Malawi Imposes New Import Standards for Testing Equipment
Malawi's government has introduced stricter import standards for testing equipment under HS Code for 25 degrees A.P.I. or more, requiring additional certifications from U.S. exporters to ensure product safety and reliability.
2023-09-20
Impact: U.S. exporters may face delays and increased costs due to compliance with new certification requirements, potentially reducing short-term trade volume until adjustments are made.
U.S. Provides Technical Assistance to Malawi for Testing Standards
The U.S. government has initiated a technical assistance program to support Malawi in adopting advanced testing standards for products under HS Code related to 25 degrees A.P.I. or more, aiming to streamline trade processes.
2023-08-05
Impact: This initiative is likely to improve trade efficiency and reduce non-tariff barriers, fostering stronger trade ties and increasing bilateral trade in this category by simplifying compliance.
Policy Updates
U.S. Revises Export Controls for Testing Equipment to Malawi
The U.S. Department of Commerce has updated export control policies for testing equipment under HS Code for 25 degrees A.P.I. or more, easing certain restrictions to promote trade with Malawi under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
Date: 2023-10-01
Malawi Updates Tariff Schedule for Testing Imports
Malawi's Ministry of Trade has revised its tariff schedule, reducing duties on imports of testing materials and equipment under HS Code for 25 degrees A.P.I. or more from the U.S. to encourage technological advancement and trade cooperation.
