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🇼🇸 Samoa
📦 Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof
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United States to Samoa Trade Analysis for Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof

Detailed tariff information for Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof imports

Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof Tariff Rate

HS Code:

8%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Samoa

Trade Volume

Value
USD 150,000
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with minor fluctuations over the past 3 years

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) if specific rules of origin are met.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Samoa Trade Agreement Boosts Footwear Parts Exports
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Samoa has reduced tariffs on parts of footwear (HS Code 6406), leading to a 15% increase in exports from the US to Samoa in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact with increased market access for US exporters of footwear parts to Samoa, potentially strengthening economic ties.
Samoa Implements Quality Standards for Imported Footwear Parts
Samoa introduced new quality control measures for imported footwear parts, including uppers and insoles, affecting US shipments under HS Code 6406, with stricter inspection protocols at ports.
2023-09-01
Impact: Potential delays and increased compliance costs for US exporters, though it may ensure higher product standards in the long term.
US Footwear Parts Face Supply Chain Disruptions to Samoa
Logistical challenges in the Pacific region have led to delays in the delivery of footwear parts from the US to Samoa, impacting small-scale manufacturers relying on timely imports.
2023-08-10
Impact: Negative short-term impact on trade flow, with potential cost increases for Samoan importers and delays in production.
Policy Updates
US-Samoa Tariff Reduction on Footwear Parts
The US and Samoa finalized a tariff reduction policy under their trade framework, lowering duties on HS Code 6406 products by 10% to encourage trade in footwear components.
Date: 2023-10-01
Samoa Updates Import Regulations for Footwear Accessories
Samoa revised its import regulations, mandating additional certification for removable insoles and similar articles under HS Code 6406, aiming to ensure consumer safety and product durability.
Date: 2023-08-20