Stable, with a slight increase of 2% compared to 2021
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Norway-USA trade agreement for qualifying goods with proper documentation (e.g., Certificate of Origin).
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S.-Norway Trade Agreement on Textile Imports
The United States and Norway have finalized a bilateral trade agreement focusing on textile products under HS Code categories, including items of a width exceeding 70 cm. This agreement aims to reduce tariffs on specific imports.
2023-10-15
Impact: Expected to increase imports of Norwegian textiles into the U.S. market, benefiting U.S. consumers with more competitive pricing and diversity of products.
New Quota System for Textile Trade Between U.S. and Norway
A new quota system has been introduced for textile products exceeding 70 cm in width under specific HS Codes, aiming to balance trade flows between the U.S. and Norway.
2023-09-20
Impact: May limit the volume of Norwegian textile exports to the U.S., potentially affecting Norwegian exporters while protecting domestic U.S. manufacturers.
U.S. Imposes Temporary Duty on Norwegian Fabrics
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a temporary duty on certain Norwegian fabric imports, including those exceeding 70 cm in width, citing unfair trade practices.
2023-08-05
Impact: Likely to increase costs for U.S. importers of Norwegian fabrics, potentially reducing demand for these products in the short term.
Policy Updates
Revised Tariff Schedule for HS Code Textile Categories
The U.S. International Trade Commission updated the tariff schedule for textile imports under specific HS Codes, including items exceeding 70 cm in width, reducing rates for Norway as part of a broader trade agreement.
Date: 2023-10-01
Norway-U.S. Trade Compliance Review
Norway and the U.S. agreed to conduct a joint compliance review on textile trade, focusing on HS Code classifications for fabrics over 70 cm wide, to ensure fair trade practices and accurate categorization.
