AGOA Hub
The African Growth and Opportunity Act, in plain English.
AGOA lets eligible sub-Saharan African countries export 7,000+ product lines to the United States duty-free. Most small importers and cooperatives never claim it — because the paperwork looks intimidating. It doesn't have to be.
What AGOA actually does
AGOA is a US trade preference program first enacted in 2000. It grants duty-free entry to goods from designated sub-Saharan African countries — across textiles, agricultural products, handcrafted goods, processed foods, leather, and more.
To claim the benefit, the goods must (1) come from an eligible country, (2) be "originating" under the Rules of Origin (typically 35% local value added), (3) ship directly to the US, and (4) be supported by a properly completed Certificate of Origin (Form A) or, for apparel, a textile certificate plus visa.
Estimate your AGOA savings
A rough idea of the duty you could avoid on a single shipment if your goods qualify. This is an estimate only — not a classification opinion.
Potential duty saved under AGOA
$3,000
On $25,000 at a 12% duty rate.
Eligible countries
The list is updated annually by the US President. Always confirm current eligibility before quoting AGOA to a buyer.
The four reasons AGOA claims fail
Want your AGOA paperwork reviewed before it reaches CBP?
Send us your Form A, commercial invoice, and bill of lading. We'll flag anything that puts your duty-free claim at risk.
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