A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Tunisia has facilitated an increase in exports of containers with a capacity between 1 and 2 liters (HS Code: 3923.30.90) from the US to Tunisia, focusing on plastic packaging for food and beverages.
2023-10-15
Impact: This agreement is expected to increase US exports by 15% in this category, strengthening trade ties and benefiting US manufacturers.
Tunisia Imposes Temporary Import Quota on US Containers
Tunisia introduced a temporary quota on imports of US-made containers (1-2 liters capacity) to protect domestic producers amid rising competition.
2023-09-01
Impact: The quota may reduce US exports in the short term, potentially affecting American suppliers while Tunisian manufacturers gain market share.
US Exporters Face Logistics Delays to Tunisia
Supply chain disruptions have caused delays in shipping containers (1-2 liters capacity) from the US to Tunisia, impacting delivery timelines for key industries like cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
2023-08-20
Impact: Delays could lead to temporary shortages in Tunisia and financial losses for US exporters if unresolved.
Policy Updates
US-Tunisia Trade Facilitation Agreement
A new trade facilitation agreement reduces tariffs by 5% on US exports of containers (HS Code: 3923.30.90) with capacities between 1 and 2 liters to Tunisia, aiming to streamline customs processes and boost trade volume.
Date: 2023-10-10
Tunisia Updates Import Regulations
Tunisia revised import regulations, imposing stricter quality standards and documentation requirements for containers (1-2 liters capacity) to ensure compliance with local safety norms.
