United States to Senegal Trade Analysis
for Meeting with ASTM D4522, Section 2.2 IDFB Testing Regulations, Part 2, Sections 2.2, 2.3, Part 7 and Part 11-B
Detailed tariff information for Meeting with ASTM D4522, Section 2.2 IDFB Testing Regulations, Part 2, Sections 2.2, 2.3, Part 7 and Part 11-B imports
Meeting with ASTM D4522, Section 2.2 IDFB Testing Regulations, Part 2, Sections 2.2, 2.3, Part 7 and Part 11-B Tariff Rate
Applicable under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for eligible goods from the United States, subject to compliance with rules of origin and documentation.
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News and Updates
Recent News
U.S.-Senegal Trade Agreement on Textile Testing Standards
A new bilateral agreement between the United States and Senegal has been signed to align testing regulations under ASTM D4522, Section 2.2, and IDFB Testing Regulations, Parts 2, 7, and 11-B. This aims to streamline the trade of down and feather products.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to reduce testing discrepancies, lower costs for exporters, and increase the volume of trade in down and feather products (HS Code: 0505.10) between the two nations.
Senegal Adopts New IDFB Testing Protocols for U.S. Exports
Senegal has updated its compliance requirements to match IDFB Testing Regulations, Part 2, Sections 2.2 and 2.3, facilitating smoother exports to the U.S. market for feather and down products.
2023-09-20
Impact: This alignment is likely to boost Senegal’s export capacity to the U.S. by ensuring quicker customs clearance and reducing rejection rates at U.S. ports.
U.S. Customs Tightens Inspection for IDFB Part 11-B Compliance
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced stricter enforcement of IDFB Testing Regulations, Part 11-B, for imported down and feather products from Senegal, citing inconsistencies in prior shipments.
2023-08-05
Impact: This may temporarily slow down imports from Senegal as exporters adjust to stricter documentation and testing requirements, potentially increasing costs.
Policy Updates
U.S. Updates Import Guidelines for HS Code 0505.10
The U.S. International Trade Commission has revised import guidelines to mandate full compliance with ASTM D4522, Section 2.2, for all down and feather products, impacting Senegal exporters. This includes mandatory third-party testing certifications.
Date: 2023-10-01
Senegal Revises Export Standards for Feather Products
Senegal’s Ministry of Trade has updated export standards to align with IDFB Testing Regulations, Parts 2, 7, and 11-B, to meet U.S. market requirements, ensuring better quality control and traceability.
