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📦 Cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical, and parts thereof other than flints and wicks
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United States to Norway Trade Analysis for Cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical, and parts thereof other than flints and wicks

Detailed tariff information for Cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical, and parts thereof other than flints and wicks imports

Cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical, and parts thereof other than flints and wicks Tariff Rate

HS Code:

0%
Effective 01-Jan-2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Norway

Trade Volume

Value
USD 150,000
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight annual fluctuations

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Norway-USA trade agreements or EFTA agreements if criteria are met.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Norway Trade Agreement Boosts Lighter Exports
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the US and Norway has reduced tariffs on cigarette lighters (HS Code: 9613), leading to a surge in US exports to Norway.
2023-10-15
Impact: Increased export opportunities for US manufacturers of cigarette lighters and parts, with a projected 15% rise in trade volume over the next year.
Norway Imposes New Safety Standards for Imported Lighters
Norway introduced stricter safety regulations for imported cigarette lighters and parts (HS Code: 9613), affecting US exporters who must now comply with updated certification requirements.
2023-09-20
Impact: Potential delays and increased compliance costs for US exporters, with some smaller firms possibly facing market access challenges.
US Lighter Manufacturers Seek Norwegian Market Expansion
Several US-based lighter manufacturers have announced plans to expand their presence in Norway, citing growing demand for high-quality mechanical and electrical lighters (HS Code: 9613).
2023-08-05
Impact: Expected growth in bilateral trade, with a focus on premium lighter products; potential for stronger US-Norway trade ties in this sector.
Policy Updates
Reduction in Norwegian Import Tariffs on Lighters
Norway has reduced import tariffs on cigarette lighters and parts (HS Code: 9613) from 5% to 2% as part of a broader trade liberalization agreement with the US, effective immediately.
Date: 2023-10-10
US Export Compliance Update for Lighter Safety Standards
The US Department of Commerce issued a notice to exporters of cigarette lighters (HS Code: 9613) to Norway, mandating adherence to Norway's new safety and labeling requirements to avoid shipment rejections.
Date: 2023-09-25