Discontinuation of Netherlands Antilles as a Trade Entity Affects Rattan Flatgoods
Following the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles on October 10, 2010, trade data and agreements with the United States for specific goods like rattan flatgoods (HS 4602.12.23) are no longer reported under this entity. Trade is now attributed to successor entities such as Curaçao and Sint Maarten.
October 10, 2010
Impact: Historical trade data for rattan flatgoods between the US and Netherlands Antilles is obsolete, requiring businesses to track trade under new jurisdictional classifications.
Final Trade Reports on Rattan Flatgoods with Netherlands Antilles Released
The last comprehensive trade report before the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles indicated minimal trade volume in rattan flatgoods (HS 4602.12.23) between the US and the region, with no significant exports or imports recorded in the final quarter.
September 30, 2010
Impact: Minimal trade activity in this category prior to dissolution suggests limited economic impact on US businesses dealing in rattan flatgoods.
US Trade Agreements with Netherlands Antilles to be Renegotiated
Ahead of the Netherlands Antilles' dissolution, the US announced plans to renegotiate trade terms with successor states, potentially affecting niche products like rattan flatgoods under HS 4602.12.23.
August 15, 2010
Impact: Uncertainty in trade terms may have temporarily disrupted planning for importers and exporters of rattan flatgoods until new agreements were established with successor entities.
