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📦 Automobiles, trailers, aircraft, motorcycles, bicycles, baby carriages, boats, horse-drawn conveyances, horses and similar means of transportation, and the usual equipment accompanying the foregoing; any of the foregoing imported in connection with the arrival of such person and to be used in the United States only for the transportation of such person, his family and guests, and such incidental carriage of articles as may be appropriate to his personal use of the conveyance
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United States to Solomon Islands Trade Analysis for Automobiles, trailers, aircraft, motorcycles, bicycles, baby carriages, boats, horse-drawn conveyances, horses and similar means of transportation, and the usual equipment accompanying the foregoing; any of the foregoing imported in connection with the arrival of such person and to be used in the United States only for the transportation of such person, his family and guests, and such incidental carriage of articles as may be appropriate to his personal use of the conveyance

Detailed tariff information for Automobiles, trailers, aircraft, motorcycles, bicycles, baby carriages, boats, horse-drawn conveyances, horses and similar means of transportation, and the usual equipment accompanying the foregoing; any of the foregoing imported in connection with the arrival of such person and to be used in the United States only for the transportation of such person, his family and guests, and such incidental carriage of articles as may be appropriate to his personal use of the conveyance imports

Automobiles, trailers, aircraft, motorcycles, bicycles, baby carriages, boats, horse-drawn conveyances, horses and similar means of transportation, and the usual equipment accompanying the foregoing; any of the foregoing imported in connection with the arrival of such person and to be used in the United States only for the transportation of such person, his family and guests, and such incidental carriage of articles as may be appropriate to his personal use of the conveyance Tariff Rate

HS Code:

7.5%
Effective January 1, 2023

Trade Volume

Value
USD 1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase due to demand for personal transportation means

Special Rates

Exemption
0%
Applicable to personal imports for non-commercial use under specific conditions related to residency or temporary entry as per Solomon Islands Customs regulations.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S. Increases Import Quotas for Transportation Vehicles from Solomon Islands
The United States has announced an increase in import quotas for specific transportation means, including bicycles and boats, from the Solomon Islands as part of a broader trade agreement to foster economic ties in the Pacific region.
2023-10-15
Impact: This could lead to a rise in imports of niche transportation products from the Solomon Islands, benefiting local manufacturers while providing U.S. consumers with more options for specialized vehicles.
Solomon Islands Seeks Tariff Reductions on Transportation Equipment Exports to U.S.
Solomon Islands trade officials have initiated discussions with the U.S. to reduce tariffs on exports of small boats and bicycles under HS Code categories, aiming to boost their competitiveness in the American market.
2023-09-20
Impact: If successful, reduced tariffs could increase the volume of transportation-related exports to the U.S., potentially lowering costs for American buyers and increasing revenue for Solomon Islands exporters.
New U.S. Inspection Standards for Imported Transportation Vehicles
The U.S. has implemented stricter safety and environmental inspection standards for imported transportation vehicles and equipment, affecting small-scale imports from countries like the Solomon Islands.
2023-08-05
Impact: These standards may pose challenges for Solomon Islands exporters, potentially increasing compliance costs and delaying shipments of transportation means like boats and bicycles to the U.S.
Policy Updates
U.S. Revises Import Regulations for Personal Transportation Conveyances
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency has updated regulations for personal transportation conveyances under specific HS Codes, allowing duty-free entry for certain items imported by individuals for personal use, provided they meet safety and environmental criteria. This applies to imports from the Solomon Islands.
Date: 2023-10-01
Solomon Islands Signs Trade Facilitation Agreement with U.S.
A new trade facilitation agreement between the Solomon Islands and the U.S. includes provisions to streamline customs processes for transportation-related goods, reducing paperwork and processing times for exporters and importers.
Date: 2023-09-10