United States to Oman Trade Analysis
for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
Detailed tariff information for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport imports
Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase due to growing demand for logistics and transport solutions.
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the US-Oman Free Trade Agreement (FTA) for qualifying goods with proper documentation and origin certification.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
US-Oman Trade Agreement Boosts Container Trade
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Oman under the US-Oman Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has led to an increase in the export of specialized containers (HS Code 8609) for multimodal transport, including those for fluids, from the US to Oman. The agreement focuses on reducing tariffs and streamlining customs processes.
2023-10-15
Impact: This is expected to increase the volume of container trade by 15% over the next year, benefiting US manufacturers and Omani logistics firms with lower costs and faster delivery times.
Oman Invests in Port Infrastructure to Handle US Container Imports
Oman has announced a $50 million investment in upgrading the Port of Salalah to accommodate larger shipments of specialized containers from the US, focusing on improving storage and handling capabilities for fluid transport containers.
2023-09-22
Impact: Enhanced port facilities are likely to reduce delays and costs, encouraging more US exporters to ship containers to Oman, potentially increasing trade volume in this category.
US Exporters Face Temporary Container Shortage for Oman Routes
A temporary shortage of specialized multimodal transport containers in the US has affected shipments to Oman, caused by supply chain disruptions and increased domestic demand for such containers.
2023-08-10
Impact: This shortage may lead to a 10% reduction in container exports to Oman in the short term, with potential delays and increased shipping costs for US exporters until supply stabilizes.
Policy Updates
US-Oman FTA Tariff Reduction on HS Code 8609
Under the US-Oman Free Trade Agreement, tariffs on containers specially designed for multimodal transport (HS Code 8609) have been reduced by 5% as part of a phased elimination plan, aiming to boost trade in logistics equipment between the two nations.
