South Africa’s Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau acknowledged the USTR’s preliminary findings from a Section 301 investigation affecting South Africa. The findings are subject to a public hearing in July 2026 before a final US decision. No specific retaliatory measures or tariff rates were mentioned in the snippet.
Topic Archives:Tariffs
US Additional Tariffs: Switzerland Continuing Negotiations
Switzerland’s Federal Council discussed next steps regarding US USTR Section 301 investigations, including forced labor allegations on Swiss goods imports. The Federal Council rejected the forced labor allegations and will submit written arguments, while trade negotiations with the US continue.
Verification of Import Quota Quantities for Butter and Skimmed Milk Powder for FY2026
Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture announced the verification of import quota quantities for butter and skimmed milk powder for fiscal year 2026. This relates to Japan’s tariff-rate quota system governing dairy imports. The review determines the volume of product that may be imported under preferential tariff conditions.
Vietnam Issues Decision on Sunset Review of Anti-Dumping and Anti-Subsidy Measures on Sugarcane Products from Thailand
Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade issued a decision on the results of a sunset review concerning the application of anti-dumping and countervailing duty measures on certain sugarcane products originating from Thailand. The decision follows a periodic review process to determine whether existing trade remedy measures should be maintained, modified, or terminated.
Extension of Special Drive for Expeditious Issuance of Export Obligation Discharge Certificates under Advance Authorisation and EPCG Schemes to May 31, 2026
India’s DGFT has extended a special drive for faster issuance of Export Obligation Discharge Certificates (EODCs) under the Advance Authorisation and Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) schemes until May 31, 2026. These schemes allow duty-free imports of inputs/capital goods against export obligations. The extension aims to clear pending EODC applications more quickly.
Instructions on Issuance/Re-issuance/Extension of Post Export EPCG Scrips – Activation of Post Export EPCG Module
India’s DGFT has issued instructions activating the Post Export EPCG module for issuance, re-issuance, and extension of validity of Post Export EPCG scrips. The Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) scheme allows duty-free import of capital goods linked to export obligations. This notice provides procedural guidance for trade officers and exporters on operating the newly activated […]
Restoration of RoDTEP Rates
India’s DGFT has issued a notification restoring RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) rates. RoDTEP is a key export incentive scheme that reimburses duties and taxes on exported goods. The restoration of rates directly affects tariff-related export benefits for Indian exporters.
Extension of Free Import Policy for Tur/Pigeon Peas (HS 0713 60 00) until 31 March 2027
India’s DGFT has extended the ‘Free’ import policy for Tur/Pigeon Peas under ITC (HS) 0713 60 00 until 31 March 2027. This maintains unrestricted import access for the commodity under Schedule I of the Import Policy. The extension continues a policy designed to ensure domestic supply availability.
India Extends Free Import Policy for Urad (Black Gram) Until March 2027
India’s DGFT has extended the ‘free’ import policy for urad (Vigna mungo) under ITC(HS) code 07133110 until 31 March 2027. This maintains unrestricted import access for the pulse commodity, which had been liberalized to manage domestic supply and prices.
Extension of Minimum Import Price (MIP) on Paper Products under ITC HS Chapter 48
India’s DGFT has extended the Minimum Import Price condition on specific paper products classified under Chapter 48 of ITC HS 2022, Schedule I (Import Policy). This non-tariff measure sets a floor price for imports of the covered items. No further details are available in the snippet.