Stable with minor fluctuations due to seasonal demand
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) if conditions for origin are met.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Soybean Trade Between US and Samoa Reported
Recent trade data indicates minimal soybean trade activity between the United States and Samoa, with no significant shipments of soybeans (HS Code: 1201) recorded in the past quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Negligible impact on trade due to the historically low volume of soybean trade between the two regions.
US Agricultural Exports to Pacific Islands Remain Low
A USDA report highlights that soybean exports to smaller Pacific Island nations like Samoa are virtually non-existent, as the region relies more on local agricultural products and imports from closer trading partners like Australia and New Zealand.
2023-09-20
Impact: No direct impact on US-Samoa soybean trade, as the market remains underdeveloped for this commodity.
Samoa Focuses on Regional Trade for Agricultural Needs
Samoa continues to prioritize agricultural imports from neighboring Pacific countries, with little to no demand for US soybeans due to logistical costs and dietary preferences.
2023-08-05
Impact: Continued limited trade potential for US soybean exports to Samoa.
Policy Updates
No Specific Tariff Changes for Soybeans in US-Samoa Trade
There have been no recent updates to tariffs or trade policies specifically affecting soybeans (HS Code: 1201) between the United States and Samoa, as trade in this commodity remains minimal.
