"As of Sunday, April 20, 2025, here's an update on tariffs related to Senegal: General Tariff Structure of Senegal: Senegal applies a Common External Tariff (CET) as a member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This means they have a unified tariff system for goods coming from non-ECOWAS countries. The tariff rates generally fall into the following bands based on the nature of the goods:   0%: For essential social goods like certain medicines and capital goods. 5%: For basic raw materials and essential goods. 10%: For intermediate goods and some finished goods. 20%: For other finished goods, particularly those deemed less essential or competing with local industries. In addition to these customs duties (DD), other taxes and levies are typically applied to imports:   Statistical Import Charge (RS): 1% on the CIF value.   Community Solidarity Levy (PCS): 1% on the CIF value. ECOWAS Levy: 0.5% on the CIF value (only for products originating from non-ECOWAS countries).   Senegalese Shippers Council (COSEC) Royalty: 0.4% on the CIF value (only for sea imports). Customs Modernisation Program Levy: 1.5% on the CIF value (introduced in 2022). Value Added Tax (VAT): The standard VAT rate in Senegal is 18%, applicable to most commercial operations, including imports (calculated on the CIF value plus customs duties and other taxes). A reduced VAT rate of 10% applies to tourism activities.   Recent Changes or Specific Updates: As of my last update, there haven't been any major, sweeping changes to Senegal's overall tariff structure announced recently that would deviate significantly from the established ECOWAS CET. However, it's important to note the following: Implementation of AfCFTA: Senegal is a signatory and has ratified the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. While the AfCFTA is in its operational phase, the full implementation of tariff liberalization (aiming for 90% tariff reduction on goods among member states over 5-13 years depending on the country's development level) is still ongoing and being negotiated. This will gradually impact tariffs on goods from other African countries that are also part of the AfCFTA.   U.S. - Senegal Trade: In 2024, the U.S. had a goods trade surplus with Senegal. Senegal is eligible for the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which provides eligible sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free access to the U.S. market for certain goods. AGOA is set to expire in 2025, and discussions about its renewal or a successor program are ongoing, which could affect future tariff arrangements between the two countries.   Excise Taxes: Senegal levies excise taxes on specific goods like beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), tobacco, coffee, tea, private cars, cosmetic products, oil products, and plastic bags. The rates vary significantly depending on the product.   Import Regulations: Senegal has specific import regulations and requires documentation such as commercial invoices, freight bills, certificates of origin, packing lists, and potentially import authorizations depending on the goods. A Pre-Arrival Declaration (DPI) is also required.   How to Find the Most Up-to-Date Information: For the most precise and current tariff rates for specific goods, it is recommended to consult the official sources: Senegalese Customs Authority (Douanes sénégalaises): Their website (https://www.douanes.sn/) is the primary source for tariff schedules and import regulations. World Trade Organization (WTO): The WTO provides trade profiles and data for its member countries, including Senegal.   UNCTAD TRAINS Database: This database contains detailed tariff information. World Bank's WITS (World Integrated Trade Solution): This platform provides access to tariff and trade data.   Keep in mind that tariff rates can be product-specific based on the Harmonized System (HS) code. Therefore, when looking for tariff information, you will typically need the HS code of the product you are interested in."