United States to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Trade Analysis
for Described in additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 andentered pursuant to its provisions
Detailed tariff information for Described in additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 andentered pursuant to its provisions imports
Described in additional U.S. note 5 to chapter 17 andentered pursuant to its provisions Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase of 2% from previous year
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) for qualifying goods from the United States, subject to rules of origin and documentation.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Updates Tariff Provisions for Sugar Imports from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
The U.S. Trade Representative announced adjustments to tariff-rate quotas under Additional U.S. Note 5 to Chapter 17, affecting sugar imports from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. This change aims to balance domestic supply needs with international trade commitments.
2023-10-15
Impact: This adjustment may increase the volume of sugar imports allowed under the specified HS code, potentially benefiting exporters from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines while ensuring U.S. market stability.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Seeks Expanded Access Under U.S. Sugar Quota
Officials from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines have engaged in talks with U.S. counterparts to expand their sugar export quota under the provisions of Additional U.S. Note 5 to Chapter 17, citing increased production capacity.
2023-09-20
Impact: If successful, this could lead to higher export volumes to the U.S., strengthening trade ties and boosting the local economy in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
U.S. Reviews Compliance of Sugar Imports Under Chapter 17 Provisions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture initiated a review of sugar imports from various countries, including Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, to ensure compliance with tariff-rate quotas and provisions outlined in Additional U.S. Note 5 to Chapter 17.
2023-08-05
Impact: This review could result in stricter enforcement or adjustments to import limits, potentially affecting the flow of sugar trade from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to the U.S.
Policy Updates
Amendment to Tariff-Rate Quota for Sugar Under Chapter 17
The U.S. government has amended the tariff-rate quota allocations under Additional U.S. Note 5 to Chapter 17, reallocating unused quotas among eligible countries, including Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, to optimize trade flows for the fiscal year.
