Presidential Proclamation on Trade Preferences and Tariff Adjustments
May 19, 2026
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The Frame
This document changes the tariff status for specific imports from sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti, which directly impacts the cost and regulatory requirements for businesses importing goods from these regions.
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Importers of apparel from sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti
These businesses are subject to extended duty-free treatment and specific percentage limits on imported apparel articles.
Government of Gabon
The country is redesignated as a beneficiary under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, changing its trade status with the United States.
Last recorded activity May 19, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- Duty-free treatment for beneficiary sub-Saharan African countries is extended through December 31, 2026.
- The regional apparel article and third-country fabric programs under AGOA are extended through December 31, 2026.
- Gabon is redesignated as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country effective January 1, 2026.
- Preferential trade treatment for Haiti under the CBERA is extended through December 31, 2026.
- Technical corrections are made to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to align with previous legislative extensions.
Why It Matters
This document changes the tariff status for specific imports from sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti, which directly impacts the cost and regulatory requirements for businesses importing goods from these regions.
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What happens to trade with Gabon under this proclamation?
How long are the trade extensions valid?
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Redesignation of Gabon
The proclamation reverses a 2023 decision that had terminated Gabon's beneficiary status, restoring its trade privileges.
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