US-Nepal Trade Agreement Boosts Grass Shears Export
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Nepal has reduced tariffs on garden tools, including grass shears with steel cutting blades (HS 8201.90.30), facilitating increased exports from Nepal to the US.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase Nepal's grass shears exports to the US by 15% over the next year, benefiting Nepalese manufacturers and US garden tool retailers.
US Importers Report Quality Concerns with Nepalese Grass Shears
Several US importers have raised concerns over inconsistent quality in grass shears imported from Nepal under HS 8201.90.30, prompting calls for stricter quality control measures.
2023-09-22
Impact: Trade could face temporary disruptions as Nepalese exporters may need to invest in quality assurance to meet US standards, potentially slowing shipments in the short term.
Nepal Increases Production of Grass Shears for US Market
Nepalese manufacturers have ramped up production of grass shears with swivel heads for horizontal trimming and vertical edging, targeting the growing US demand for garden tools under HS 8201.90.30.
2023-08-10
Impact: This production increase is likely to strengthen trade ties, with a projected 10% rise in export volume to the US, supporting local economies in Nepal.
