A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Tajikistan has facilitated an increase in the import of containers with a capacity between 1 and 2 liters (HS Code: 7310.29) to the US, focusing on specialty storage solutions.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase trade volume for these specific containers by 15% over the next year, strengthening economic ties.
Tajikistan Increases Export Tariffs on Metal Containers
Tajikistan has imposed a temporary export tariff on metal containers, including those with capacities between 1 and 2 liters, affecting shipments to the United States.
2023-09-20
Impact: The tariff may lead to a 10% reduction in exports to the US in the short term, potentially increasing costs for American importers.
US Importers Seek Alternative Suppliers Amid Tajikistan Supply Chain Delays
Supply chain disruptions in Tajikistan have delayed shipments of containers (1-2 liters capacity) to the US, prompting importers to explore alternative sources.
2023-08-05
Impact: This could result in a temporary decline in trade volume between the two countries for this HS category, with a shift to other regional suppliers.
Policy Updates
US Revises Import Duties on Tajikistan Containers
The United States has adjusted import duties on containers with capacities between 1 and 2 liters from Tajikistan, reducing the rate by 2% to encourage trade under the new bilateral framework.
Date: 2023-10-01
Tajikistan Introduces Export Quota for Metal Containers
Tajikistan has set a quarterly export quota on metal containers (HS Code: 7310.29) to manage domestic supply, which may limit shipments to the United States.
