United States to Tonga Trade Analysis
for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
Detailed tariff information for Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport imports
Containers (including containers for the transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport Tariff Rate
Applicable under the Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) if specific criteria for origin are met.
Additional Information
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Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Container Trade Growth Between US and Tonga
Recent trade data indicates minimal activity in the container trade (HS Code 8609) between the United States and Tonga, with small-scale shipments of specialized containers for fluid transport noted in the past quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Negligible impact on overall trade due to the small volume and niche nature of the goods; however, it supports niche logistics needs in Tonga.
US Exporters Explore Pacific Island Markets for Container Solutions
A minor uptick in inquiries from Tonga for US-manufactured containers designed for multimodal transport (HS Code 8609) has been reported, driven by Tonga's need for reliable fluid transport solutions.
2023-09-05
Impact: Potential for small but steady growth in this niche trade segment, though overall trade volume remains low.
Tonga-US Trade Logistics Challenges Highlighted at Pacific Forum
Discussions at a recent Pacific trade forum emphasized logistical hurdles in shipping specialized containers (HS Code 8609) between the US and Tonga, including high shipping costs and limited port infrastructure.
2023-08-20
Impact: Trade in specialized containers may face delays and increased costs, potentially discouraging growth in this sector.
Policy Updates
No Recent Tariff Changes for HS Code 8609 Between US and Tonga
There have been no recent updates to tariffs or trade policies specifically affecting containers for multimodal transport (HS Code 8609) between the United States and Tonga, maintaining the status quo under existing Pacific trade agreements.
