United States to Namibia Trade Analysis
for Strawberries, brined and then oven-dried or tunnel-dried, the foregoing infused with sugar (provided for in subheading 2008.80.00)
Detailed tariff information for Strawberries, brined and then oven-dried or tunnel-dried, the foregoing infused with sugar (provided for in subheading 2008.80.00) imports
Strawberries, brined and then oven-dried or tunnel-dried, the foregoing infused with sugar (provided for in subheading 2008.80.00) Tariff Rate
A new bilateral trade agreement between the US and Namibia has reduced tariffs on processed strawberries, including brined and oven-dried or tunnel-dried strawberries infused with sugar (HS 2008.80.00), facilitating increased exports from Namibia to the US.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase Namibian strawberry exports to the US by 15% over the next year, strengthening trade ties and benefiting Namibian producers.
Namibian Strawberry Processors Face US Quality Standards
US regulators have imposed stricter quality and safety standards for imported processed strawberries, affecting Namibian exporters of brined and dried strawberries infused with sugar under HS 2008.80.00.
2023-09-22
Impact: Namibian exporters may face higher compliance costs and delays in shipments, potentially reducing export volumes in the short term.
Namibia Seeks US Market Expansion for Processed Strawberries
Namibian trade officials met with US counterparts to discuss expanding market access for processed strawberries (HS 2008.80.00), focusing on brined, dried, and sugar-infused products.
2023-08-10
Impact: Successful negotiations could lead to a significant increase in Namibian strawberry exports to the US, creating new opportunities for local farmers and processors.
Policy Updates
US Tariff Reduction on Namibian Processed Strawberries
The US has reduced tariffs on imported processed strawberries (HS 2008.80.00) from Namibia under a new trade facilitation agreement, lowering the rate from 4.5% to 2% to encourage bilateral trade.
Date: 2023-10-01
Namibia Updates Export Certification for Processed Fruits
Namibia has implemented new export certification requirements for processed fruits, including brined and dried strawberries infused with sugar (HS 2008.80.00), to meet US food safety standards.
