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News and Updates
Recent News
U.S.-Qatar Trade Agreement Boosts Automotive Parts Exports
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Qatar has reduced tariffs on automotive parts, including starter motors and dual-purpose starter-generators (HS Code: 8511.40), facilitating increased exports from the U.S. to Qatar.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase U.S. exports of starter motors to Qatar by 15% over the next year due to lower costs for Qatari importers.
Qatar Increases Demand for U.S.-Made Starter Motors
Qatar's growing automotive sector has led to a surge in demand for U.S.-manufactured starter motors and starter-generators, with a reported 20% increase in imports in the last quarter.
2023-09-22
Impact: This rising demand strengthens U.S. export volumes, potentially benefiting American manufacturers with higher sales and market share in Qatar.
Supply Chain Disruptions Affect Starter Motor Shipments to Qatar
Global supply chain issues have delayed shipments of starter motors and dual-purpose starter-generators from the U.S. to Qatar, causing temporary shortages in the Qatari market.
2023-08-10
Impact: Delays may lead to a short-term decline in trade volume, with potential for Qatari buyers to seek alternative suppliers if disruptions persist.
Policy Updates
U.S.-Qatar Tariff Reduction on Automotive Parts
The U.S. and Qatar finalized a tariff reduction policy on automotive components, including starter motors and starter-generators (HS Code: 8511.40), lowering duties by 5% to encourage bilateral trade.
Date: 2023-10-01
Qatar Updates Import Regulations for Automotive Parts
Qatar introduced stricter quality certification requirements for imported automotive parts, including starter motors, to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.
