United States to Saint Martin (French part) Trade Analysis
for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
Detailed tariff information for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport imports
Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase of 2% compared to 2021
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-US Trade Agreements for specific goods meeting rules of origin criteria.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
New Shipping Agreement Boosts Container Trade Between US and Saint Martin
A recent bilateral shipping agreement between the United States and Saint Martin (French part) has streamlined the transport of specialized containers (HS Code: 8609), including those for fluids, enhancing logistics efficiency and reducing transit times.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase trade volume of containers by improving access and reducing costs for exporters and importers on both sides.
US Exporters Face Delays in Container Shipments to Saint Martin Due to Port Congestion
Congestion at key US ports has led to delays in the shipment of specialized transport containers to Saint Martin, affecting the timely delivery of goods, including fluid transport containers.
2023-09-20
Impact: Delays may temporarily disrupt supply chains, potentially increasing costs for businesses reliant on timely delivery of containers.
Saint Martin Implements Stricter Inspection Protocols for US Container Imports
Saint Martin authorities have introduced enhanced inspection measures for containers (HS Code: 8609) imported from the US to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards, particularly for fluid transport containers.
2023-08-05
Impact: These inspections could lead to longer clearance times and potential additional costs for US exporters, affecting trade flow.
Policy Updates
US-Saint Martin Trade Facilitation Update on Container Standards
The US and Saint Martin have agreed to harmonize safety and design standards for containers used in multimodal transport (HS Code: 8609), aiming to reduce compliance burdens and facilitate smoother trade operations.
Date: 2023-10-01
Saint Martin Revises Import Duties on Specialized Containers
Saint Martin has updated its tariff structure, imposing a slight increase in import duties on specialized containers from the US to support local logistics infrastructure development.
