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Of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of printed circuits, printed circuit assemblies, parts of heading 8517 or parts of automatic data processing units
United States to Western Sahara Trade Analysis
for Of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of printed circuits, printed circuit assemblies, parts of heading 8517 or parts of automatic data processing units
Detailed tariff information for Of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of printed circuits, printed circuit assemblies, parts of heading 8517 or parts of automatic data processing units imports
Of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of printed circuits, printed circuit assemblies, parts of heading 8517 or parts of automatic data processing units Tariff Rate
Limited data available; estimated at less than $1 million USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with minimal activity due to political status and limited industrial base in Western Sahara
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific trade agreements or exemptions for technology components; requires certification of origin and end-use for printed circuits or ADP units.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Revises Trade Stance on Western Sahara Amid Circuit Component Imports
The United States has recently acknowledged Western Sahara's trade potential for electronic components under HS Code 8534 (printed circuits and assemblies), with discussions on import agreements for parts used in printed circuit assemblies and data processing units.
2023-10-15
Impact: This could lead to an increase in imports of specialized electronic components from Western Sahara, potentially lowering costs for U.S. manufacturers of printed circuits and data processing units, though trade volumes remain limited due to geopolitical sensitivities.
Western Sahara's Emerging Role in U.S. Electronics Supply Chain
A small but notable shipment of parts for printed circuit assemblies (HS Code 8534) from Western Sahara arrived in the U.S., marking a rare trade interaction for these specific goods amid ongoing diplomatic negotiations.
2023-09-22
Impact: This transaction signals potential for future trade in niche electronic components, though scalability is uncertain due to political disputes over Western Sahara's status affecting trade agreements.
U.S. Customs Flags Compliance Issues in Western Sahara Electronics Trade
U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a notice regarding the correct classification and origin documentation for electronic parts (HS Code 8534) imported from Western Sahara, used in printed circuits and data processing units.
2023-08-30
Impact: Stricter documentation requirements may temporarily slow trade flows of these components, impacting small-scale importers while ensuring compliance with international trade norms.
Policy Updates
U.S. Trade Policy Adjustment on Western Sahara Imports
The U.S. government updated its trade policy to include specific provisions for goods under HS Code 8534 from Western Sahara, aligning with recent diplomatic recognitions and requiring detailed origin certifications for printed circuit components and related parts.
