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Implications

As of Sunday, April 20, 2025, there is no specific recent update indicating changes to the tariff rates of São Tomé and Príncipe itself. The major global tariff news continues to revolve around the United States' trade policies.   However, here's what we know about São Tomé and Príncipe's tariffs based on available information: Common External Tariff (CEMAC): São Tomé and Príncipe is economically linked to the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC) through a trade agreement. While not a full member, it applies the CEMAC Common External Tariff, which generally includes: Category One: (Basic products) - 5% Category Two: (Raw materials) - 10% Category Three: (Intermediate products, most food, cosmetics, alcoholic drinks) - 20%   Surcharges on Alcoholic Drinks: Beer, wine, and spirits face additional surcharges (50%, 80%, or 110%) on top of the 20% tariff, calculated per liter.     Specific Exemptions: There are no import tariffs on milk and wheat.   Recent Temporary Exemptions: In May 2022, the government decided to exempt all taxes and import tariffs for wood importers to mitigate deforestation. It's unclear if this exemption is still in effect in April 2025, and no recent updates confirm its continuation or termination.   VAT Regime: A new Value Added Tax (VAT) regime came into force on June 1, 2023, at a standard rate of 15% on the supply of goods and services, replacing several prior taxes. This is a consumption tax rather than an import tariff, but it will affect the final price of imported goods.   AGOA Eligibility: São Tomé and Príncipe is eligible for preferential trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) with the United States. No Bilateral Trade Agreement with the U.S.: The U.S. and São Tomé and Príncipe do not have a bilateral trade or investment agreement. Regarding the broader global context and potential indirect effects: The general 10% baseline tariff imposed by the United States on most countries (effective April 5, 2025) would, in theory, also apply to goods imported from São Tomé and Príncipe into the U.S., unless specifically exempted. However, given the relatively small trade volume between the two nations ($1.6 million total goods trade in 2024), the direct impact might be limited. The U.S. has granted a 90-day pause on the higher ""reciprocal tariffs"" for most countries (excluding China, Hong Kong, and Macau), suggesting that São Tomé and Príncipe would likely fall under the 10% baseline tariff for now. To get the most precise and up-to-date information on São Tomé and Príncipe's tariffs, it would be best to consult the official customs authorities of São Tomé and Príncipe or the World Integrated Trade Solution (WITS) database. In summary, while the global tariff landscape is active, there are no specific recent updates in April 2025 indicating changes to São Tomé and Príncipe's general tariff structure. The country primarily follows the CEMAC Common External Tariff with some specific exemptions, and a VAT regime is also in place. The U.S.'s new tariffs would likely apply at the 10% baseline rate for now."

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Based on available trade data for 2024, the top imports to the US from São Tomé and Príncipe by value are: Electrical, electronic equipment: $188.68K Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers: $181.41K Cocoa and cocoa preparations: $82.58K Commodities not specified according to kind: $52.42K Glass and glassware: $35.92K Here's a look at which states in the US have manufacturing in these sectors, along with examples of companies: Electrical and Electronic Equipment: California: A major hub for technology and electronics manufacturing. Examples include Tesla (electric vehicle components, Fremont), Intel (semiconductors, Santa Clara), and various other tech companies in Silicon Valley.   Texas: Has a growing technology and electronics sector. Examples include Texas Instruments (semiconductors, Dallas) and Dell Technologies (computer hardware, Round Rock).   Massachusetts: Strong in electronics and high-tech manufacturing. Examples include Analog Devices (semiconductors, Wilmington) and General Electric (various electrical equipment).   Machinery, Nuclear Reactors, Boilers: Illinois: Known for manufacturing industrial machinery. Examples include Deere & Company (agricultural and construction equipment, Moline) and Caterpillar (construction and mining equipment, Irving - headquarters, with manufacturing in various IL locations).   Ohio: Has a diverse manufacturing sector, including machinery. Examples include divisions of General Electric (aviation systems, Cincinnati) and Whirlpool Corporation (appliances, Clyde). Wisconsin: Has a strong manufacturing base in various types of machinery. Examples include Harley-Davidson (engines, Milwaukee) and Kohler Co. (engines and power generation systems, Kohler).   Cocoa and Cocoa Preparations: Pennsylvania: Has a significant presence in the food processing industry, including chocolate and cocoa products. Examples include The Hershey Company (Hershey) and Mars, Incorporated (Elizabethtown).   Illinois: Another state with a substantial food manufacturing sector. Examples include Blommer Chocolate Company (Chicago).   California: Has a diverse food processing industry. Examples include various smaller and larger chocolate and confectionery manufacturers.   Glass and Glassware: Pennsylvania: Has a history of glass manufacturing. Examples include PPG Industries (Pittsburgh), which produces various types of glass coatings.   Ohio: Has several glass manufacturing facilities. Examples include O-I Glass, Inc. (Perrysburg), a major producer of glass containers.   Indiana: Also has a glass manufacturing sector. Examples include Anchor Hocking (Lancaster), producing glassware.   It's important to note that while these states have companies manufacturing goods within these categories, the specific types and specifications might differ from the products the US imports from São Tomé and Príncipe. Additionally, the scale of production in the US for some of these items is likely much larger than the current import volume from São Tomé and Príncipe.

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