Historical Trade Data on Generators between US and Netherlands Antilles
A retrospective analysis of trade data highlights the export of electrical generators with an output exceeding 1.875 kVA but not exceeding 6.25 kVA (HS Code: 8501.32) from the US to the Netherlands Antilles before its dissolution in 2010. Trade volumes were significant during the early 2000s.
2023-01-15
Impact: This historical trade reflects past economic ties; however, since the Netherlands Antilles no longer exists as a political entity, current trade is redirected to successor states like Curaçao and Sint Maarten under different agreements.
Archival Report on US-Netherlands Antilles Trade Agreements
An archival report released by the US Trade Representative office discusses past trade agreements with the Netherlands Antilles, including tariffs on electrical machinery such as generators in the specified output range (HS Code: 8501.32).
2022-11-10
Impact: While no longer applicable, understanding these past agreements provides context for current trade policies with successor Caribbean nations.
Study on Discontinued Trade Routes in the Caribbean
A recent academic study examines discontinued trade routes between the US and the Netherlands Antilles, noting the export of medium-output generators (HS Code: 8501.32) as a key commodity before the region's political restructuring in 2010.
2022-09-05
Impact: Historical trade data may influence future negotiations or trade frameworks with successor entities of the Netherlands Antilles.
