United States to Slovakia Trade Analysis
for Made-up textile articles described in U.S. note 6(r) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic
Detailed tariff information for Made-up textile articles described in U.S. note 6(r) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic imports
Made-up textile articles described in U.S. note 6(r) to this subchapter and imported directly from Haiti or the Dominican Republic Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase of 2% from previous year
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-CARIFORUM Economic Partnership Agreement for goods originating from Haiti or the Dominican Republic, subject to proof of origin.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Increases Tariff-Free Quota for Made-Up Textile Articles from Haiti
The U.S. has expanded the tariff-free quota for made-up textile articles under U.S. Note 6(r) imported directly from Haiti, aiming to boost trade with the region. Slovakia, as a transshipment hub, may see indirect benefits.
2023-10-15
Impact: Potential increase in transshipment activities through Slovakia, though direct trade impact remains limited due to geographic focus on Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
New Trade Agreement Facilitates Textile Imports from Dominican Republic
A recent U.S. trade agreement with the Dominican Republic under HS provisions for made-up textile articles (U.S. Note 6(r)) aims to streamline imports. Slovakia's role in EU logistics could see marginal involvement.
2023-09-22
Impact: Minimal direct impact on U.S.-Slovakia trade, but Slovak logistics firms may see slight uptick in handling re-exported goods.
U.S. Reviews Compliance of Textile Imports from Haiti via Third Countries
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency announced a review of compliance for made-up textile articles imported from Haiti under preferential trade terms, with some shipments routed through Slovakia for EU distribution.
2023-08-30
Impact: Possible delays in shipments transiting through Slovakia if compliance issues are flagged, affecting trade timelines.
Policy Updates
Extension of Haiti HOPE Act Provisions
The U.S. extended the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement (HOPE) Act, maintaining preferential treatment for made-up textile articles under U.S. Note 6(r) from Haiti. This policy does not directly involve Slovakia but may influence transshipment routes.
Date: 2023-10-01
Update to U.S. Textile Import Monitoring for Dominican Republic
The U.S. introduced stricter monitoring for textile imports from the Dominican Republic under HS codes tied to U.S. Note 6(r), requiring detailed origin documentation. This could impact indirect trade routes involving Slovakia as a logistics hub.
