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Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves; parts thereof
United States to Zambia Trade Analysis
for Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves; parts thereof
Detailed tariff information for Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves; parts thereof imports
Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including pressure-reducing valves and thermostatically controlled valves; parts thereof Tariff Rate
Stable with slight increase of 3% from 2021 due to demand in mining and construction sectors.
Special Rates
Preferential Rate under COMESA
0%
Applicable if goods qualify under the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) agreement and meet rules of origin criteria.
Reduced Rate for Development Projects
15%
Applicable for imports related to approved infrastructure or industrial projects with prior approval from the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
US-Zambia Trade Agreement Boosts Valve Exports
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Zambia has reduced tariffs on industrial valves (HS Code: 8481), leading to a 15% increase in US exports of taps, cocks, and valves to Zambia in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters with reduced trade barriers and increased demand for pressure-reducing and thermostatically controlled valves in Zambia's growing industrial sector.
Zambian Infrastructure Projects Drive Demand for US Valves
Zambia's ongoing infrastructure development, including water management and mining projects, has spurred a surge in imports of US-made valves and related parts for pipes and tanks.
2023-09-22
Impact: Increased market opportunities for US manufacturers of valves, with potential for long-term contracts in Zambia's public and private sectors.
US Exporters Face Logistics Challenges in Zambia Valve Trade
Despite growing demand, US exporters of taps, cocks, and valves to Zambia are encountering supply chain disruptions due to port delays and transportation issues in Southern Africa.
2023-08-05
Impact: Negative short-term impact on trade efficiency, potentially increasing costs and delivery times for US valve shipments to Zambia.
Policy Updates
US-Zambia Tariff Reduction on Industrial Valves
The US and Zambia finalized a tariff reduction agreement under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), lowering duties on HS Code 8481 products, including pressure-reducing valves and parts, to promote industrial trade.
Date: 2023-10-01
Zambian Import Regulation Update for Valve Safety Standards
Zambia introduced new safety and quality standards for imported valves and related appliances, requiring US exporters to comply with updated certification processes to ensure market access.
