Stable with slight increase compared to previous year
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) for certain qualifying goods from the United States, subject to rules of origin certification.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity in 3-Thread and 4-Thread Twill Between US and Papua New Guinea
Recent trade data indicates minimal activity in the import and export of 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill (HS Code: 5209.32 for dyed cotton twill as an example), between the United States and Papua New Guinea. No significant transactions or shipments were reported in the last quarter.
October 2023
Impact: The lack of trade in this specific textile category suggests limited demand or supply chain connections between the two countries, potentially affecting niche textile markets or manufacturers seeking specific twill fabrics.
US Textile Imports Focus on Larger Markets, Overlooking Papua New Guinea
A report from the US International Trade Commission highlights that US imports of woven cotton fabrics, including 3-thread and 4-thread twill (HS Code: 5209.32), are predominantly sourced from larger textile-producing nations like China and India, with no notable imports from Papua New Guinea.
September 2023
Impact: This trend indicates a potential missed opportunity for Papua New Guinea to enter the US market with specialized twill fabrics, which could diversify their export portfolio if production capacity is developed.
Papua New Guinea Textile Sector Remains Underdeveloped for Twill Exports
Industry analysis reveals that Papua New Guinea's textile sector lacks the infrastructure and scale to produce and export specialized fabrics like 3-thread or 4-thread twill to markets such as the United States, focusing instead on raw materials and other goods.
August 2023
Impact: Without investment in textile manufacturing, trade in specific categories like twill fabrics between the US and Papua New Guinea is unlikely to grow, limiting potential economic benefits for both nations.
Policy Updates
No Specific Tariff Changes for Twill Fabrics in US-Papua New Guinea Trade
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has not announced any specific tariff adjustments or trade agreements affecting 3-thread or 4-thread twill fabrics (HS Code: 5209.32 or related codes) with Papua New Guinea. General trade policies under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) remain unchanged.
