United States to Sint Maarten (Dutch part) Trade Analysis
for Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases; parts thereof
Detailed tariff information for Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases; parts thereof imports
Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases; parts thereof Tariff Rate
Stable, with minor fluctuations due to demand in industrial and medical sectors.
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under CARICOM agreements or specific trade pacts if the United States is a party to relevant agreements with Sint Maarten or the Netherlands.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Increased Demand for Centrifuges in Sint Maarten Drives US Exports
Sint Maarten's growing industrial sector has led to a spike in demand for centrifugal dryers and filtering machinery, boosting exports from the United States. Trade data shows a 12% increase in shipments under HS Code 8421 in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: This surge is expected to strengthen trade ties, with US exporters potentially seeing sustained growth in this niche market.
A recent bilateral trade discussion between the US and Sint Maarten has streamlined export processes for machinery, including centrifuges and purifying apparatus, reducing logistical delays at ports.
2023-09-20
Impact: The agreement is likely to lower costs and improve delivery timelines, encouraging more US companies to export to Sint Maarten.
Sint Maarten Imposes Stricter Quality Standards on Imported Filtering Machinery
Sint Maarten has introduced new quality control regulations for imported machinery under HS Code 8421, requiring additional certifications for centrifugal dryers and filtering apparatus from the US.
2023-08-05
Impact: US exporters may face higher compliance costs and potential delays, which could temporarily slow trade volumes until adjustments are made.
Policy Updates
Sint Maarten Updates Import Tariffs on Machinery Parts
Sint Maarten has revised its tariff structure for parts of centrifuges and filtering machinery (HS Code 8421), reducing the duty rate by 5% to encourage industrial development. This applies to imports from the US and other trading partners.
Date: 2023-09-01
US Export Controls Tightened for High-Tech Machinery
The US Department of Commerce has implemented stricter export controls on certain high-tech filtering and purifying machinery under HS Code 8421, requiring additional licensing for shipments to smaller markets like Sint Maarten.
