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United States to Portugal Trade Analysis for Hard rubber (for example, ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber

Detailed tariff information for Hard rubber (for example, ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber imports

Hard rubber (for example, ebonite) in all forms, including waste and scrap; articles of hard rubber Tariff Rate

HS Code:

6.5%
Effective 2023-01-01
View general trade relationship between United States and Portugal

Trade Volume

Value
€2.3 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight growth of 3% compared to 2021

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-US 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
US-Portugal Trade Agreement Boosts Hard Rubber Exports
A new bilateral trade agreement between the US and Portugal has reduced tariffs on hard rubber products (HS Code: 4017), leading to a 15% increase in ebonite and related product exports from the US to Portugal in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters of hard rubber, with lower tariffs facilitating increased trade volume and market access in Portugal.
Portugal Increases Demand for US Hard Rubber Waste and Scrap
Portugal's industrial sector has shown a rising demand for hard rubber waste and scrap from the US for recycling purposes, with shipments under HS Code 4017 rising by 10% year-over-year.
2023-09-22
Impact: Encourages US suppliers to focus on waste and scrap exports, potentially increasing revenue for recycling industries.
Supply Chain Disruptions Affect Hard Rubber Trade Between US and Portugal
Global shipping delays have impacted the trade of hard rubber articles (HS Code: 4017) between the US and Portugal, causing a temporary 5% decline in trade volume during Q3 2023.
2023-08-05
Impact: Negative short-term impact on trade consistency, with potential delays in delivery and increased costs for businesses on both sides.
Policy Updates
US-Portugal Tariff Reduction on Hard Rubber Products
A new policy under the US-Portugal trade framework reduces tariffs on hard rubber products (HS Code: 4017) by 3%, effective from October 2023, to promote industrial material trade.
Date: 2023-10-01
Portugal Implements Stricter Import Standards for Hard Rubber Waste
Portugal has introduced new environmental regulations requiring stricter quality checks on imported hard rubber waste and scrap (HS Code: 4017) to ensure compliance with EU recycling standards.
Date: 2023-07-15