Stable with minor fluctuations due to limited demand and supply chain constraints.
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific humanitarian aid programs or bilateral agreements, subject to documentation and approval by South Sudan authorities.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity for Spectacle Frames Between US and South Sudan
Recent trade data indicates minimal activity in the export or import of frames and mountings for spectacles (HS Code: 9003) between the United States and South Sudan, attributed to limited industrial and economic infrastructure in South Sudan.
2023-10-15
Impact: Negligible impact on US trade due to the small market size and lack of demand or supply capacity in South Sudan for this product category.
US-South Sudan Trade Barriers Affect Niche Products Like Spectacle Frames
Ongoing political instability and logistical challenges in South Sudan continue to hinder niche trade sectors, including spectacle frames and mountings, with no significant transactions recorded with the US in recent quarters.
2023-08-22
Impact: Trade remains stagnant with potential for future growth only if stability and infrastructure improve in South Sudan.
US Trade Report Highlights Low Engagement with South Sudan in Optical Goods
A US trade report notes that optical goods, including frames for spectacles and goggles (HS Code: 9003), are not a significant part of bilateral trade with South Sudan, overshadowed by humanitarian and raw material trade priorities.
2023-06-10
Impact: No immediate trade impact; focus remains on essential goods rather than specialized products like spectacle frames.
Policy Updates
No Specific Tariff Changes for HS Code 9003 Between US and South Sudan
The US International Trade Commission and South Sudanese authorities have not introduced specific tariff or trade policy changes targeting frames and mountings for spectacles (HS Code: 9003) in the latest bilateral trade reviews.
