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As of Saturday, April 19, 2025, here's the latest update on tariffs concerning Tokelau: United States Tariffs on Tokelau: A 10% tariff has been imposed by the United States on goods originating from Tokelau. This was part of a broader tariff announcement by the Trump administration that took effect earlier in April 2025. The Tokelauan government expressed surprise at this tariff, as Tokelau's direct exports to the U.S. are minimal.   Tokelau's Own Tariffs (Import Duties): Based on Tokelau's Customs Regulations 1991: General Goods (for commercial purposes other than sale in a village store): 10% ad valorem (of the value). Alcoholic Beverages: 65% ad valorem. Tobacco: 65% ad valorem. Key Points: Minimal US-Tokelau Trade: Direct trade between the U.S. and Tokelau is very small. Tokelau's primary exports to the U.S. in 2023 included valves, other plastic products, and excavation machinery, totaling a very small value.   Impact of US Tariffs: While the direct economic impact of the 10% US tariff on Tokelau might be limited due to the low volume of exports, the Tokelauan government is concerned as the nation relies heavily on tuna fishing funds from the US as part of a broader Pacific Islands treaty. The imposition of tariffs is seen as contradictory to the need to assist small nations like Tokelau.   Tokelau's Reliance on New Zealand: Tokelau is a dependent territory of New Zealand, and its economy relies significantly on aid from New Zealand and revenue from fishing licenses.   Tokelau's Import Taxes: Tokelau applies a Goods and Services Tax (GST/VAT) of 20% on imported goods. Import duties also exist, as outlined above. End of De Minimis (Potentially): While not specifically mentioned for Tokelau, the U.S. has ended the de minimis exemption for China and Hong Kong. It's unclear if a similar measure might eventually extend to other territories.   In summary, Tokelau, despite its small economic footprint and minimal direct trade with the United States, has been included in the recent US tariff measures with a 10% levy. Tokelau itself has import duties in place, with a standard rate of 10% for commercial goods and higher rates for alcohol and tobacco, along with a 20% GST. The primary concern for Tokelau regarding the US tariffs lies in the potential impact on broader economic relations and the perception of support for small Pacific Island nations.

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Based on available information, trade data specifically detailing the top imports to the US directly from Tokelau is limited and can be inconsistent across different sources. However, analyzing the available data suggests the following: Based on data from the Observatory of Economic Complexity (OEC) for January 2025: The top export from Tokelau to the United States was "Commodities not elsewhere specified" with a value of $14.2k. Historically, for 2023, the OEC data indicates that the top exports from Tokelau to the United States included: Valves: $69k Other Plastic Products: $33.1k Excavation Machinery: $31.5k It's important to note that the overall trade volume between Tokelau and the United States is quite small. Now, regarding which US states can manufacture the same types of goods, along with example companies: Valves: The manufacturing of industrial valves is a widespread industry in the United States. Several states have significant valve manufacturing sectors.   Texas: Companies like Cameron (a Schlumberger company) and Emerson Automation Solutions have facilities in Texas that manufacture various types of valves for different industries. Pennsylvania: Crane Co. has a long history of valve manufacturing with facilities in Pennsylvania. Illinois: Watts Water Technologies has operations in Illinois producing valves and related products. Other Plastic Products: The manufacturing of diverse plastic products occurs in numerous states across the US, depending on the specific type of product (e.g., packaging, components, household goods). California: Has a large number of plastic product manufacturers, including companies like Berry Global and Amcor, which produce a wide range of plastic goods. Ohio: Also has a significant plastics manufacturing industry, with companies like PolyOne (now Avient) having operations there. Michigan: While known for automotive, Michigan also has a substantial plastics manufacturing sector serving various industries.   Excavation Machinery: The manufacturing of heavy machinery, including excavators, is concentrated in certain industrial states. Illinois: Caterpillar, a global leader in construction and mining equipment, has significant manufacturing operations in Illinois.   Wisconsin: Komatsu Mining Corp. has facilities in Wisconsin that produce large mining and construction equipment, including excavators. Iowa: John Deere manufactures construction and forestry equipment, including excavators, in Iowa. Commodities not elsewhere specified: This is a very broad category and could encompass a wide array of manufactured goods. Without more specific information on what these commodities are, it's challenging to pinpoint specific states and companies. Regarding US Territories: It's worth briefly noting the manufacturing sectors in some US territories, although they don't typically import significantly from Tokelau and their manufacturing focus differs: American Samoa: The largest sector in American Samoa's economy by sales in 2022 was manufacturing, with sales of $403.4 million. While specific details on the types of manufacturing aren't always readily available, the tuna processing industry has historically been significant. U.S. Virgin Islands: The manufacturing sector includes rum distilling, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and watch assembly (though the latter has declined).   Guam: Has a smaller manufacturing sector, including companies involved in industrial manufacturing, textiles, and potentially a growing additive manufacturing (3D printing) industry with Navy initiatives. Northern Mariana Islands: Historically had a significant garment manufacturing industry, though this has largely declined due to changes in trade regulations. Tourism is now the principal economic activity. In summary, while Tokelau's direct exports to the US are minimal and varied, the types of goods they do export (like valves, plastics, and machinery) are manufactured in several US states with established industrial bases and numerous companies specializing in these areas.

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