Discontinuation of Netherlands Antilles as a Trade Entity Affects Rubber Tube Trade
The dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles as a political entity on October 10, 2010, has led to the reclassification of trade data. Trade of tubes, pipes, and hoses of vulcanized rubber (HS Code 4009) with this region is now reported under new constituent entities such as Curaçao and Sint Maarten.
October 10, 2010
Impact: Trade statistics and agreements with the former Netherlands Antilles are no longer applicable, requiring updated trade documentation and potential shifts in tariffs or quotas for rubber tube products.
Historical Trade Data for Rubber Tubes with Netherlands Antilles Published
The U.S. International Trade Commission released final trade figures for HS Code 4009 products with the Netherlands Antilles before its dissolution, showing a steady export volume of vulcanized rubber tubes and hoses in the preceding years.
September 15, 2010
Impact: Provides a benchmark for historical trade analysis but has no current impact due to the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles as a trade partner.
U.S. Adjusts Trade Reporting for Rubber Products Post-Dissolution
Following the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles, the U.S. Census Bureau updated its trade reporting systems to reflect new country codes for former territories, affecting data categorization for vulcanized rubber tubes and hoses (HS Code 4009).
November 1, 2010
Impact: Trade tracking and reporting for rubber products are now segmented under new territorial designations, potentially affecting historical data comparisons and trade negotiations.
