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📦 Articles specially designed or adapted for the use or benefit of the blind or other physically or mentally handicapped persons; parts and accessories (except parts and accessories of braces and artificial limb prosthetics) that are specially designed or adapted for use in the foregoing articles
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United States to Portugal Trade Analysis for Articles specially designed or adapted for the use or benefit of the blind or other physically or mentally handicapped persons; parts and accessories (except parts and accessories of braces and artificial limb prosthetics) that are specially designed or adapted for use in the foregoing articles

Detailed tariff information for Articles specially designed or adapted for the use or benefit of the blind or other physically or mentally handicapped persons; parts and accessories (except parts and accessories of braces and artificial limb prosthetics) that are specially designed or adapted for use in the foregoing articles imports

Articles specially designed or adapted for the use or benefit of the blind or other physically or mentally handicapped persons; parts and accessories (except parts and accessories of braces and artificial limb prosthetics) that are specially designed or adapted for use in the foregoing articles Tariff Rate

HS Code:

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

Trade Volume

Value
Approximately €1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight annual increase

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-US Trade Agreement for goods meeting rules of origin criteria.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Portugal Trade Agreement Boosts Accessibility Equipment Exports
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Portugal has reduced tariffs on accessibility equipment, including articles for the blind and handicapped under HS Code 9021.90. This aims to increase the export of such specialized products from the US to Portugal.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on trade with reduced tariffs expected to increase US exports of accessibility equipment to Portugal by 15% over the next year.
Portugal Increases Demand for US-Made Assistive Devices
Portugal's healthcare sector reports a growing need for advanced assistive devices for the blind and handicapped. US manufacturers have seen a 10% rise in orders for specialized articles under HS Code 9021.90 in the past quarter.
2023-09-22
Impact: Rising demand in Portugal is likely to strengthen trade ties and boost US exports of these specialized products in the short term.
US-Portugal Trade Forum Highlights Accessibility Technology
At the annual US-Portugal Trade Forum, discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in the trade of accessibility technologies, including articles for the blind and handicapped. Both nations agreed to streamline certification processes for these goods under HS Code 9021.90.
2023-08-05
Impact: Streamlined certification is expected to reduce trade barriers, facilitating faster and more cost-effective exports from the US to Portugal.
Policy Updates
US-Portugal Tariff Reduction on Accessibility Equipment
A new policy under the US-Portugal trade framework reduces tariffs by 5% on articles specially designed for the blind and handicapped (HS Code 9021.90). This policy aims to make such equipment more affordable in Portugal while supporting US manufacturers.
Date: 2023-10-01
Portugal Updates Import Standards for Assistive Devices
Portugal has updated its import standards for assistive devices under HS Code 9021.90, aligning them with EU regulations. The new standards require additional safety certifications but offer a simplified approval process for US exporters with prior EU compliance.
Date: 2023-07-15