Applicable under the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) agreement between the EU and Moldova, subject to rules of origin and quota limits as per U.S. Note 18.
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News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Extends Trade Preferences for Moldova Under GSP
The United States has renewed Moldova's eligibility for the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), allowing certain goods under HS Code categories, subject to quantitative limits in U.S. note 18, to enter duty-free.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This extension is expected to boost Moldovan exports to the U.S., particularly in agricultural and textile products, strengthening bilateral trade ties.
Moldova Seeks Increased Quota for Textile Exports to U.S.
Moldovan trade officials have requested an increase in the quantitative limits for textile products under U.S. note 18 to subchapter HS Code, citing growing production capacity.
September 20, 2023
Impact: If approved, this could lead to a significant rise in Moldova's textile exports to the U.S., though it may face scrutiny due to domestic industry concerns.
U.S.-Moldova Trade Talks Focus on Agricultural Exports
Recent bilateral discussions highlighted the potential for expanding Moldovan agricultural exports to the U.S. within the quantitative limits specified in U.S. note 18.
August 5, 2023
Impact: This could diversify Moldova's export portfolio to the U.S., though strict compliance with quotas and standards remains a challenge.
Policy Updates
Renewal of Moldova's GSP Status
The U.S. Trade Representative announced the renewal of Moldova's Generalized System of Preferences status, maintaining duty-free access for eligible products under HS Code categories subject to U.S. note 18 quantitative limits.
