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East African Community
EAC Customs Union Protocol
Establishes a customs union among EAC partner states with a common external tariff, eliminating internal tariffs on goods originating from within the EAC.
Agreement Details
Typeregional
SignedMar 02, 2005
EffectiveJan 01, 2005
StatusActive
Key Benefits
- Duty-free trade within 8 EAC countries
- Common external tariff protects local industries
- Simplified customs procedures and documentation
- Free movement of goods across borders
- Access to a market of 300+ million consumers
Sectors Covered
Agriculture
Manufacturing
Textiles
Chemicals
Services
All goods originating from EAC