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United States to Malta Trade Analysis for Electrical machines with translation or dictionary functions; video game console controllers which use infrared transmissions to operate or access the various functions and capabilities of the console

Detailed tariff information for Electrical machines with translation or dictionary functions; video game console controllers which use infrared transmissions to operate or access the various functions and capabilities of the console imports

Electrical machines with translation or dictionary functions; video game console controllers which use infrared transmissions to operate or access the various functions and capabilities of the console Tariff Rate

HS Code:

0%
Effective 01-Jan-2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Malta

Trade Volume

Value
€2.5 million
Year
2022
Trend
Increasing by 8% annually

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-US Trade and Technology Council agreements for specific technology products; requires documentation proving origin from the United States.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Malta Trade Agreement Boosts Tech Imports
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Malta has reduced tariffs on electrical machines with translation or dictionary functions (HS Code: 8479.89) and video game console controllers using infrared transmissions (HS Code: 9504.50). This is expected to increase the export of such products from the US to Malta.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters as reduced tariffs may lead to higher demand for these tech products in Malta, though the market size is limited due to Malta's small population.
Malta Increases Import of US Gaming Accessories
Malta's growing gaming industry has led to a surge in imports of video game console controllers with infrared capabilities from the United States, with a reported 15% increase in trade volume over the past quarter.
2023-09-22
Impact: Encourages US manufacturers to target Malta as a niche market for gaming accessories, potentially increasing export revenues.
US Tech Firms Eye Malta for Electrical Machine Exports
Several US-based technology companies are exploring Malta as a potential market for electrical machines with translation functions, following Malta's investment in educational technology infrastructure.
2023-08-30
Impact: Potential growth in trade for these specific electrical machines, though logistical costs and Malta's limited market size may temper significant gains.
Policy Updates
US-Malta Tariff Reduction on Tech Products
A new policy under the US-Malta trade framework has reduced tariffs by 5% on specific tech imports, including electrical machines with translation or dictionary functions (HS Code: 8479.89) and video game console controllers (HS Code: 9504.50), effective from October 1, 2023. This aims to foster stronger trade ties in niche technology sectors.
Date: 2023-10-01