United States to Thailand Trade Analysis
for Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter
Detailed tariff information for Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter imports
Lasers, other than laser diodes; other optical appliances and instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter Tariff Rate
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the US and Thailand has reduced tariffs on laser equipment (HS Code 9013.80), facilitating an increase in US exports of advanced laser systems to Thailand for industrial applications.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase US exports of lasers and optical instruments to Thailand by 15% over the next year, strengthening trade ties and benefiting US manufacturers.
Thailand Increases Demand for US-Made Optical Instruments
Thailand's growing medical and manufacturing sectors have driven a surge in imports of US-made optical appliances (HS Code 9013.80), with a reported 20% increase in orders for precision laser tools in the last quarter.
2023-09-22
Impact: The rising demand is likely to bolster US-Thailand trade volumes, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized US exporters of specialized optical equipment.
Supply Chain Disruptions Affect US Laser Exports to Thailand
Global supply chain issues have temporarily slowed the export of US lasers and optical instruments (HS Code 9013.80) to Thailand, causing delays in fulfilling contracts for industrial laser systems.
2023-08-30
Impact: These disruptions may lead to a short-term decline in trade volume, potentially costing US exporters millions in delayed revenue, though recovery is expected by Q1 2024.
Policy Updates
US-Thailand Tariff Reduction on Optical Instruments
The US and Thailand have agreed to reduce tariffs on lasers and other optical appliances (HS Code 9013.80) by 5% as part of a broader trade facilitation initiative, aiming to enhance market access for US exporters.
Date: 2023-10-01
Thailand Updates Import Regulations for Laser Equipment
Thailand has introduced stricter safety and certification requirements for imported laser systems (HS Code 9013.80), requiring US exporters to comply with new testing standards before market entry.
