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📦 Except as provided in headings 9903.81.91 or 9903.81.92, derivative products of iron or steel, as specified in subdivisions (l) and (m) of note 16 to this subchapter, admitted to a U.S. foreign trade zone under ‘‘privileged foreign status’’ as defined by 19 CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on March 12, 2025.
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United States to Morocco Trade Analysis for Except as provided in headings 9903.81.91 or 9903.81.92, derivative products of iron or steel, as specified in subdivisions (l) and (m) of note 16 to this subchapter, admitted to a U.S. foreign trade zone under ‘‘privileged foreign status’’ as defined by 19 CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on March 12, 2025.

Detailed tariff information for Except as provided in headings 9903.81.91 or 9903.81.92, derivative products of iron or steel, as specified in subdivisions (l) and (m) of note 16 to this subchapter, admitted to a U.S. foreign trade zone under ‘‘privileged foreign status’’ as defined by 19 CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on March 12, 2025. imports

Except as provided in headings 9903.81.91 or 9903.81.92, derivative products of iron or steel, as specified in subdivisions (l) and (m) of note 16 to this subchapter, admitted to a U.S. foreign trade zone under ‘‘privileged foreign status’’ as defined by 19 CFR 146.41, prior to 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on March 12, 2025. Tariff Rate

HS Code:

2.5%
Effective January 1, 2023

Trade Volume

Value
$1.2 billion (U.S. exports to Morocco, including iron and steel derivatives)
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight growth in industrial goods

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applies to qualifying goods under the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement if imported directly from Morocco and meeting rules of origin requirements.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S.-Morocco Trade Agreement Strengthens Iron and Steel Sector
A recent bilateral discussion between the U.S. and Morocco highlighted the importance of iron and steel derivative products under the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement, focusing on goods admitted to U.S. foreign trade zones under 'privileged foreign status' as defined by 19 CFR 146.41. Both nations agreed to streamline processes for such products ahead of the March 12, 2025, deadline.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This could facilitate smoother trade flows and reduce administrative barriers for Moroccan iron and steel derivatives entering U.S. markets, potentially increasing export volumes from Morocco.
U.S. Updates Foreign Trade Zone Policies for Moroccan Imports
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced clarifications on the application of 'privileged foreign status' for iron and steel derivative products from Morocco entering U.S. foreign trade zones, ensuring compliance with headings 9903.81.91 and 9903.81.92 exemptions before the March 2025 deadline.
September 20, 2023
Impact: This clarification is expected to reduce uncertainty for Moroccan exporters, potentially boosting confidence and investment in the iron and steel trade with the U.S.
Morocco Pushes for Increased Iron and Steel Exports to U.S. Zones
Moroccan trade officials have ramped up efforts to maximize exports of iron and steel derivative products to U.S. foreign trade zones under privileged status, citing the upcoming March 12, 2025, deadline as a critical window for market expansion.
August 5, 2023
Impact: This push may lead to a temporary surge in Moroccan exports to the U.S., though long-term impacts depend on policy continuity beyond the specified deadline.
Policy Updates
U.S. Customs Clarification on Privileged Foreign Status for Moroccan Goods
U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a notice detailing the application of 'privileged foreign status' under 19 CFR 146.41 for iron and steel derivative products from Morocco admitted to foreign trade zones. The notice emphasizes compliance with exemptions under headings 9903.81.91 and 9903.81.92 prior to March 12, 2025.
Date: September 25, 2023