Stable with slight increase due to agricultural sector demand
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or for agricultural development programs; requires documentation proving intended use for farming.
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Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity in Agricultural Machinery Between US and Sudan
Trade data indicates minimal activity in the export of manure spreaders and fertilizer distributors (HS Code: 8432.41 and 8432.42) from the United States to Sudan, attributed to ongoing political instability and economic challenges in Sudan.
October 2023
Impact: The limited trade reflects restricted market access and reduced demand in Sudan, potentially affecting US exporters seeking opportunities in African agricultural markets.
US Sanctions Continue to Impact Agricultural Equipment Exports to Sudan
Despite some easing of restrictions, US sanctions on Sudan continue to hinder the export of agricultural machinery, including manure spreaders and fertilizer distributors, due to financial and logistical barriers.
August 2023
Impact: Sanctions create significant hurdles for US companies, limiting trade potential and encouraging competitors from other countries to fill the gap in Sudan's market.
Ongoing conflict in Sudan has severely disrupted the agricultural sector, leading to a sharp decline in imports of equipment such as manure spreaders and fertilizer distributors from the United States.
June 2023
Impact: The conflict reduces demand for US agricultural machinery, negatively impacting trade volumes and posing risks to long-term market presence for US exporters.
Policy Updates
US Maintains Targeted Sanctions on Sudan
The US Department of Treasury continues to enforce targeted sanctions on certain Sudanese entities and individuals, impacting financial transactions and trade in agricultural machinery, including manure spreaders and fertilizer distributors, despite partial lifting of broader economic sanctions in 2017.
Date: September 2023
Sudan’s Import Tariff Adjustments for Agricultural Equipment
Sudan’s government has announced adjustments to import tariffs on agricultural machinery to support local farming, though implementation remains inconsistent due to political instability and conflict.
