United States to Tuvalu Trade Analysis
for For lifting, handling, loading or unloading of boules, wafers, semiconductor devices, electronic integrated circuits and flat panel displays
Detailed tariff information for For lifting, handling, loading or unloading of boules, wafers, semiconductor devices, electronic integrated circuits and flat panel displays imports
For lifting, handling, loading or unloading of boules, wafers, semiconductor devices, electronic integrated circuits and flat panel displays Tariff Rate
Not available (negligible or unreported trade for this specific HS category)
Year
2023
Trend
No significant trend data due to limited trade activity between the United States and Tuvalu for this product category
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) if specific criteria for origin are met; however, as the United States is not a member, this rate does not apply.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity for Semiconductor Equipment Between US and Tuvalu
Recent trade data indicates minimal to no recorded transactions for lifting, handling, loading, or unloading equipment for boules, wafers, semiconductor devices, electronic integrated circuits, and flat panel displays (HS Code: 8428) between the United States and Tuvalu. This reflects the small scale of Tuvalu's economy and lack of semiconductor industry presence.
October 2023
Impact: No significant impact on trade due to the absence of established trade flows in this category between the two regions.
US Export Controls Tighten on Semiconductor Equipment
The US Department of Commerce announced stricter export controls on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment to certain regions. While Tuvalu is not directly mentioned, the broader policy could indirectly affect small Pacific nations through global supply chain adjustments.
September 2023
Impact: Potential indirect impact on Tuvalu if US exporters impose stricter compliance measures, though direct trade in this HS category remains negligible.
Tuvalu's Trade Profile Shows No Semiconductor Equipment Imports from US
A review of Tuvalu's import data reveals no significant imports of machinery for semiconductor production or handling (HS Code: 8428) from the United States, aligning with Tuvalu's limited industrial base and focus on other import categories like food and fuel.
August 2023
Impact: No immediate trade impact as there is no established market or demand for such equipment in Tuvalu from the US.
Policy Updates
US Export Control Policy on Semiconductor Equipment
The US Bureau of Industry and Security updated export controls under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to restrict the export of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment to certain countries. While Tuvalu is not specifically targeted, the policy emphasizes stricter licensing requirements for high-tech exports globally.