Free Trade Agreements
U.S. Free Trade Agreements
The United States has free trade agreements with 20 countries. These agreements reduce or eliminate tariffs on qualifying goods, saving importers significant duty costs. Click on an agreement to see member countries, rules of origin, and qualifying rates.
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What is a Free Trade Agreement?
A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a pact between two or more countries to reduce barriers to imports and exports. For U.S. importers, FTAs can mean significantly lower or zero tariff rates on qualifying goods, provided the goods meet rules of origin requirements.
How to Qualify for FTA Preferential Rates
To claim preferential tariff rates under an FTA, goods must meet the agreement's rules of origin. These typically require:
- Tariff Shift -- The product must undergo a specified change in tariff classification during production in the FTA country.
- Regional Value Content (RVC) -- A minimum percentage of the product's value must originate from FTA member countries.
- Specific Process Rules -- Certain products require specific manufacturing processes to qualify.
Using the FTA Eligibility Tool
TariffCenter.AI can check FTA eligibility for any HS code and country combination using our AI-powered analysis. Simply ask our chat assistant or use the API to check whether your product qualifies for preferential rates.