U.S. Extends Tariff Exclusions for Certain Chinese Products Under Section 301
The U.S. Trade Representative announced an extension of tariff exclusions for specific Chinese products, including those covered under U.S. note 20(tt) to subchapter III of Chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), as part of ongoing trade negotiations. This applies to limited trade categories between the U.S. and Poland as intermediaries.
September 15, 2023
Impact: This extension provides temporary relief for U.S. importers and Polish intermediaries dealing with affected Chinese goods, reducing tariff costs and potentially increasing trade volumes in these specific categories.
Poland Facilitates Trade of Excluded Chinese Goods to U.S. Markets
Poland has emerged as a key transshipment hub for Chinese products under U.S. tariff exclusions (HS codes related to U.S. note 20(tt)). Recent data shows an uptick in shipments routed through Polish ports to the U.S. under these exclusions.
August 28, 2023
Impact: Strengthens Poland's role in U.S.-China trade logistics, potentially boosting Polish port activity and related services, while offering U.S. businesses cost-effective access to excluded Chinese goods.
U.S. Businesses Advocate for Broader Exclusions on Chinese Imports via Poland
U.S. trade associations have urged the USTR to expand exclusions on Chinese products under U.S. note 20(tt), citing successful trade flows through Poland as a model for minimizing supply chain disruptions.
July 10, 2023
Impact: If granted, broader exclusions could further increase trade activity between the U.S. and Poland for Chinese goods, lowering costs for U.S. consumers and enhancing bilateral trade ties.
