Preferential Rate under US-Thailand Trade Agreements
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News and Updates
Recent News
US-Thailand Trade Agreement on Textile Filaments
A new bilateral trade agreement between the US and Thailand has reduced tariffs on specific textile products, including fabrics weighing more than 215 grams per square meter with filament diameters of 7 to 13 microns (HS Code: 5407.61). This aims to boost exports from Thailand to the US.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on Thai exporters as reduced tariffs are expected to increase demand for these specific textile products in the US market.
US Imposes Quality Standards on Thai Textile Imports
The US has introduced stricter quality control measures for imported textiles, including those with filament diameters of 7 to 13 microns, affecting Thai shipments under HS Code 5407.61. Thai exporters must comply with new testing protocols.
2023-09-22
Impact: Potential short-term delays and increased costs for Thai exporters due to compliance with new US quality standards.
Thailand Increases Production of High-Density Textiles for US Market
Thai textile manufacturers have ramped up production of fabrics weighing over 215 grams per square meter to meet growing US demand, focusing on products under HS Code 5407.61 with filament diameters of 7 to 13 microns.
2023-08-10
Impact: Likely to strengthen trade volume between the US and Thailand for this specific textile category, benefiting Thai manufacturers.
Policy Updates
US Tariff Reduction on Specific Textile Imports
The US Trade Representative announced a tariff reduction on certain textile imports from Thailand, including fabrics under HS Code 5407.61 with filament diameters of 7 to 13 microns, as part of a broader trade facilitation agreement.
Date: 2023-10-01
Thailand Updates Export Certification for Textiles
Thailand's Ministry of Commerce has implemented new export certification requirements for textile products, including those weighing more than 215 grams per square meter, to ensure compliance with international standards for US markets.
