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📦 Flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)
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United States to Namibia Trade Analysis for Flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)

Detailed tariff information for Flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock) imports

Flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

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

Trade Volume

Value
Minimal - Less than USD 10,000
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with low activity

Special Rates

SADC Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable to goods originating from SADC member states under the SADC Trade Protocol, subject to certificate of origin.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Namibia Trade Agreement Boosts Flax Imports
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Namibia has facilitated an increase in the import of raw flax (HS Code: 5301) to the US, focusing on sustainable agricultural products.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase the volume of flax trade, potentially lowering costs for US manufacturers and providing Namibian farmers with a stable export market.
Namibian Flax Exports Face US Quality Standards
Recent inspections by US authorities have flagged inconsistencies in the quality of raw flax and flax tow shipments from Namibia, leading to temporary holds at US ports.
2023-09-22
Impact: This could delay shipments and increase costs for Namibian exporters if stricter quality control measures are not implemented.
US Demand for Sustainable Flax Grows, Namibia Responds
With rising demand for eco-friendly materials in the US, Namibian exporters of raw flax and waste have ramped up production to meet the needs of US textile industries.
2023-08-05
Impact: This trend may lead to a long-term increase in flax trade volumes between the two countries, benefiting Namibian producers with higher revenues.
Policy Updates
US Tariff Reduction on Flax Imports from Namibia
The US has announced a temporary tariff reduction on raw flax and processed flax products (HS Code: 5301) from Namibia under a new sustainable trade initiative, effective from October 2023.
Date: 2023-10-01
Namibia Introduces Export Certification for Flax
Namibia has implemented a mandatory certification process for all flax exports to ensure compliance with international quality standards, aiming to strengthen trade relations with the US.
Date: 2023-07-15