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🇹🇴 Tonga
📦 Crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked crustaceans, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process; crustaceans, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine
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United States to Tonga Trade Analysis for Crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked crustaceans, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process; crustaceans, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine

Detailed tariff information for Crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked crustaceans, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process; crustaceans, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine imports

Crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked crustaceans, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process; crustaceans, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine Tariff Rate

HS Code:

15%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Tonga

Trade Volume

Value
USD 50,000
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with minor fluctuations

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) if criteria for origin are met. Does not typically apply to imports from the United States unless specific bilateral agreements are in place.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Tonga Crustacean Trade Sees Seasonal Spike
Recent data indicates a seasonal increase in the export of frozen crustaceans from Tonga to the United States, driven by demand for specialty seafood during the holiday season.
2023-10-15
Impact: This spike could lead to a temporary boost in Tongan export revenues, though supply chain constraints may limit sustained growth.
New Shipping Route Enhances US-Tonga Seafood Trade
A new direct shipping route between Tonga and the US West Coast has reduced transit times for fresh and chilled crustaceans, improving product quality upon arrival.
2023-09-22
Impact: Reduced transit times are expected to increase the volume of fresh crustacean exports from Tonga to the US, potentially strengthening trade ties.
Tongan Crustacean Exports Face US Market Competition
Tongan exporters of live and frozen crustaceans are encountering increased competition in the US market from other Pacific Island nations offering lower prices.
2023-08-05
Impact: This competition may pressure Tongan exporters to lower prices or seek niche markets, potentially affecting profit margins.
Policy Updates
US Revises Import Tariffs on Tongan Crustaceans
The United States has updated its tariff schedule under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), offering reduced rates on certain crustacean products from Tonga to promote trade with small island economies.
Date: 2023-07-10