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🇿🇦 South Africa
📦 Textile fabrics coated with gum or amylaceous substances, of a kind used for the outer covers of books or the like; tracing cloth; prepared painting canvas; buckram and similar stiffened textile fabrics of a kind used for hat foundations
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United States to South Africa Trade Analysis for Textile fabrics coated with gum or amylaceous substances, of a kind used for the outer covers of books or the like; tracing cloth; prepared painting canvas; buckram and similar stiffened textile fabrics of a kind used for hat foundations

Detailed tariff information for Textile fabrics coated with gum or amylaceous substances, of a kind used for the outer covers of books or the like; tracing cloth; prepared painting canvas; buckram and similar stiffened textile fabrics of a kind used for hat foundations imports

Textile fabrics coated with gum or amylaceous substances, of a kind used for the outer covers of books or the like; tracing cloth; prepared painting canvas; buckram and similar stiffened textile fabrics of a kind used for hat foundations Tariff Rate

HS Code:

22%
Effective 01 January 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and South Africa

Trade Volume

Value
USD 1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase of 3% from 2021

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for qualifying goods from the United States, subject to rules of origin and documentation requirements.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
U.S.-South Africa Trade Agreement Boosts Textile Exports
A new trade agreement between the U.S. and South Africa has reduced tariffs on textile fabrics coated with gum or amylaceous substances (HS Code 5901), facilitating increased exports of book cover materials and stiffened fabrics for hat foundations from South Africa to the U.S.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase South African exports of specialized textiles to the U.S. by 15% over the next year, benefiting manufacturers of book covers and hat foundations.
South African Textile Industry Seeks U.S. Market Expansion
South African textile producers of tracing cloth and prepared painting canvas under HS Code 5901 are targeting the U.S. market, leveraging favorable exchange rates and growing demand for niche products.
2023-09-22
Impact: U.S. importers may see a rise in competitively priced textile products, potentially increasing supply chain diversity for bookbinding and art materials.
U.S. Importers Report Quality Concerns with South African Textile Shipments
Several U.S. importers have raised concerns over inconsistent quality in shipments of buckram and similar stiffened fabrics (HS Code 5901) from South Africa, prompting calls for stricter quality controls.
2023-08-30
Impact: This could lead to temporary disruptions in trade as South African exporters address quality standards, potentially affecting supply for hat foundation manufacturers in the U.S.
Policy Updates
U.S. Tariff Reduction on HS Code 5901 Products
The U.S. Trade Representative announced a temporary reduction in tariffs on textile fabrics under HS Code 5901, including book cover materials and tracing cloth, imported from South Africa under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
Date: 2023-10-01
South Africa Introduces Export Incentives for Textile Sector
The South African government has rolled out new export incentives for manufacturers of specialized textiles (HS Code 5901), aiming to boost trade with key markets like the U.S. by providing tax rebates and logistical support.
Date: 2023-09-10