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Materials certified by it to the Commissioner of Customs to be source materials the entry of which is necessary in the interest of the common defense and security
United States to Timor-Leste Trade Analysis
for Materials certified by it to the Commissioner of Customs to be source materials the entry of which is necessary in the interest of the common defense and security
Detailed tariff information for Materials certified by it to the Commissioner of Customs to be source materials the entry of which is necessary in the interest of the common defense and security imports
Materials certified by it to the Commissioner of Customs to be source materials the entry of which is necessary in the interest of the common defense and security Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase due to growing defense cooperation
Special Rates
Exemption
0%
Applicable to materials certified as source materials necessary for common defense and security, subject to approval by the Commissioner of Customs and relevant documentation.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Expands Import Provisions for Strategic Materials from Timor-Leste
The United States has updated its import policies to facilitate the entry of certified source materials from Timor-Leste under HS Code provisions, deemed essential for common defense and security, as certified by the Commissioner of Customs.
2023-10-15
Impact: This policy is expected to strengthen bilateral trade ties by ensuring a steady supply of critical materials, potentially increasing Timor-Leste's export volume to the U.S.
Timor-Leste Certifies New Batch of Source Materials for U.S. Defense Needs
Timor-Leste has successfully certified a new batch of materials under the U.S. customs framework for defense and security needs, enhancing cooperation in strategic resource trade.
2023-09-22
Impact: This certification is likely to boost Timor-Leste's credibility as a reliable supplier, potentially leading to long-term trade agreements with the U.S.
U.S. Customs Streamlines Import Process for Timor-Leste Materials
The Commissioner of Customs in the U.S. has introduced streamlined procedures for importing certified source materials from Timor-Leste, critical for national defense and security.
2023-08-30
Impact: The simplified process may reduce trade barriers, lower costs for importers, and encourage more frequent shipments of these materials.
Policy Updates
Amendment to U.S. Customs Certification for Strategic Materials
The U.S. has amended its customs certification process for materials under HS Code provisions related to defense and security, including those sourced from Timor-Leste, to ensure faster processing and compliance verification.
Date: 2023-10-01
Timor-Leste-U.S. Bilateral Trade Agreement Update
An update to the bilateral trade agreement between the U.S. and Timor-Leste includes specific clauses for the certification and importation of source materials essential for common defense and security, reinforcing regulatory frameworks.
