Indonesia seeks US tariff exemption for palm oil exports
In Indonesia, Antara reported that Indonesia is stepping up diplomatic efforts to persuade Washington to grant tariff exemptions for its palm oil exports as the United States prepares to finalize broader trade measures following investigations into labor practices and industrial capacity.
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto confirmed that the government has formally requested an exemption from additional US import tariffs.
“We are requesting that palm oil be exempted,” Airlangga said, adding that Jakarta is awaiting a phased review by US trade authorities.
The push comes after the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) imposed a 10% tariff on selected Indonesian goods following a Section 301 investigation into forced labor in global supply chains, according to the report.
According to Airlangga, Indonesia is among 17 countries and territories—including India, Malaysia, Mexico, and the United Kingdom—that are subject to the 10 percent tariff rate.
Category: Food & Agriculture
