The U.S. Central-America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) was implemented on a staggered basis, beginning with El Salvador on March 1, 2006. The agreement is now fully in force, with Costa Rica joining the other CAFTA Parties on January 1, 2009. All duties on textile and apparel products will be eliminated after 15 years.

Importing valuable goods from Asia: Sea, Air, Rail, or Barge?
Sea, air, rail, or barge? Discover the pros and cons of each transport modality and confidently choose the best option for your valuable cargo.

