Regional Trade

Quota Allocation

Supply Chain & Logistics Glossary — South Africa

Definition

Specific to the SACU-EFTA or EU-SADC EPA agreements, where only a certain volume of products (like wine or beef) can be exported at zero duty. Once the quota is filled for a given period, the preferential rate no longer applies and standard MFN duties kick in.

Frequently asked questions

What is Quota Allocation?

Specific to the SACU-EFTA or EU-SADC EPA agreements, where only a certain volume of products (like wine or beef) can be exported at zero duty. Once the quota is filled for a given period, the preferential rate no longer applies and standard MFN duties kick in.

Which glossary terms are related to Quota Allocation?

Quota Allocation is a regional trade term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include AfCFTA Tariff Phase-Down, AGOA (African Growth and Opportunity Act), CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism), Certificate of Origin, COMESA (Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa) — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.

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