Stable with minor fluctuations over the past 3 years
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Pacific Island Countries Trade Agreement (PICTA) if specific criteria for origin are met.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
Limited Trade Activity for Vulcanized Cork and Rubber Sheets Between US and Vanuatu
Recent trade data indicates minimal activity in the export or import of vulcanized sheets and slabs of ground or pulverized cork and rubber (HS Code: 450410) between the United States and Vanuatu, with no significant transactions reported in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Negligible impact on trade due to the historically low volume of trade for this specific commodity between the two countries.
US Trade Report Highlights Niche Market for Cork-Rubber Products
A US International Trade Commission report noted that niche products like vulcanized cork and rubber sheets are rarely traded with smaller Pacific nations like Vanuatu, due to limited industrial demand and production capacity in the region.
2023-08-22
Impact: Continued low trade volume expected, with no immediate growth prospects for this product category between the US and Vanuatu.
Vanuatu's Import Trends Show No Demand for Specialized Rubber Products
Vanuatu's latest customs data reveals a lack of imports for specialized products such as vulcanized cork and rubber slabs from the United States, reflecting the country's focus on more essential goods.
2023-06-10
Impact: Trade remains stagnant, with little to no market interest in this product category between the two nations.
Policy Updates
No Specific Tariff Changes for HS Code 450410 Between US and Vanuatu
There have been no recent updates or changes in tariff policies or trade agreements specifically affecting vulcanized sheets and slabs of cork and rubber (HS Code: 450410) between the United States and Vanuatu. Standard tariff rates under existing trade frameworks continue to apply.
