Increasing due to growing demand for advanced scientific research equipment in Myanmar.
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under ASEAN-USA trade agreements if specific criteria for scientific equipment are met and proper documentation is provided.
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Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity for Particle Accelerators Between US and Myanmar
There are no significant recent reports or data on the trade of particle accelerators (HS Code: 8543.10) between the United States and Myanmar. Trade in such specialized equipment remains minimal due to limited industrial demand and political constraints.
October 2023
Impact: Negligible impact on bilateral trade as particle accelerators are not a significant trade category between the two countries.
US Export Restrictions Continue to Affect High-Tech Trade with Myanmar
Ongoing US sanctions and export controls on Myanmar, particularly for high-technology goods like particle accelerators, have restricted trade. No recent transactions or shipments have been recorded for this category.
September 2023
Impact: Trade in particle accelerators remains effectively halted due to US policy restrictions and Myanmar's limited capacity to import such equipment.
Myanmar's Industrial Sector Shows No Demand for Particle Accelerators
Market analysis indicates that Myanmar's industrial and research sectors have not shown demand for particle accelerators, further limiting trade potential with the United States for this niche product category.
August 2023
Impact: Lack of demand and infrastructure in Myanmar continues to suppress any potential trade growth in this sector.
Policy Updates
US Maintains Export Controls on High-Tech Goods to Myanmar
The US Department of Commerce continues to enforce strict export controls on high-technology items, including particle accelerators (HS Code: 8543.10), to Myanmar under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) due to national security and human rights concerns.
Date: October 2023
US Sanctions on Myanmar Updated
The US Treasury Department updated sanctions on Myanmar, targeting entities and sectors linked to the military regime. While not specifically mentioning particle accelerators, the broader restrictions on technology transfers impact potential trade in such specialized equipment.
