Stable with minor fluctuations over the past 3 years
Special Rates
Preferential Rate under COMESA/FTA
0%
Applicable if imported under the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) or other Free Trade Agreements with valid certificate of origin.
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Zambia has reduced tariffs on drafting tables and machines (HS Code: 9017.10), leading to a 20% increase in US exports to Zambia in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters of drafting equipment due to lower tariffs, potentially increasing market share in Zambia.
Zambia Increases Demand for US Drafting Machines
Zambia's growing infrastructure projects have driven a surge in demand for advanced drafting machines from the US, with imports rising by 15% year-over-year under HS Code 9017.10.
2023-09-05
Impact: Increased demand strengthens trade ties and benefits US manufacturers of drafting machines.
Logistics Challenges Affect Drafting Equipment Trade to Zambia
Supply chain disruptions at key Zambian ports have delayed deliveries of drafting tables and machines from the US, impacting project timelines in Zambia's construction sector.
2023-08-20
Impact: Negative short-term impact on trade flow, potentially increasing costs and delivery times for US exporters.
Policy Updates
US-Zambia Tariff Reduction on Drafting Equipment
The US and Zambia signed a trade facilitation agreement reducing tariffs on drafting tables and machines (HS Code: 9017.10) by 5%, effective immediately, to encourage technological exchange and support Zambia's development projects.
