Stable with slight increase of 2% from previous year
Special Rates
CARICOM Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable if imported under CARICOM trade agreements with proper documentation and origin certification.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Increased Demand for Nickel Wire Products in Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago has seen a surge in demand for nickel wire products, including cloth, grill, and netting, prompting higher imports from the United States.
2023-10-15
Impact: This trend is likely to boost U.S. exports of HS Code 7508.10 products to Trinidad and Tobago, strengthening bilateral trade in this niche sector.
U.S. Exporters Face Shipping Delays to Trinidad and Tobago
Logistical challenges at U.S. ports have delayed shipments of nickel wire products to Trinidad and Tobago, affecting supply chains for industrial applications.
2023-09-22
Impact: Delays may temporarily reduce trade volumes and increase costs for Trinidad and Tobago importers relying on U.S. nickel wire goods.
Trinidad and Tobago Industrial Sector Expands Use of Nickel Wire Netting
The industrial sector in Trinidad and Tobago is increasingly adopting nickel wire netting from the U.S. for filtration and safety applications in energy projects.
2023-08-10
Impact: This growing application is expected to sustain or increase U.S. exports of nickel wire products under HS Code 7508.10 to the region.
Policy Updates
Trinidad and Tobago Revises Import Tariffs on Nickel Wire Products
Trinidad and Tobago has reduced import tariffs on nickel wire products, including cloth, grill, and netting under HS Code 7508.10, to support industrial growth.
Date: 2023-07-05
U.S. Trade Agreement Review with Caribbean Nations
The United States is reviewing trade agreements with Caribbean nations, including Trinidad and Tobago, potentially affecting duty-free access for niche products like nickel wire under the Caribbean Basin Initiative.
