Non-Tariff Barriers

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North American Chemical Industry Support for Effective USMCA Implementation

The North American chemicals industry is highly integrated. USMCA brings certainty to the chemical industry in North America and is one of the most sophisticated free trade agreements ever reached. Our industry has been an essential contributor to...

Non-Tariff Barriers
Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-tariff barriers can unnecessarily impede the free exchange of chemicals, feedstocks, and other essential materials among the United States and other countries.

Regulatory Cooperation on Chemical Substances in North America

Earlier this year, we came together to celebrate the passage of the USMCA. We believe that this historic trade agreement has taken on even more importance in these uncertain and challenging times. Trade agreements that eliminate tariffs and addres...

Leaders from U.S., Canadian, and Mexican Chemical Industries Welcome USMCA Entry into Force
Leaders from U.S., Canadian, and Mexican Chemical Industries Welcome USMCA Entry into Force

The joint statement follows years of collaboration among the three associations on North American trade issues, including modernizing the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

ACC Welcomes U.S. Ratification of USMCA
ACC Welcomes U.S. Ratification of USMCA

ACC and its members welcome President Trump’s historic signing of USMCA.

Executives from U.S., Canadian, And Mexican Chemical Industries Reaffirm Support for New North American Trade Agreement
Executives from U.S., Canadian, And Mexican Chemical Industries Reaffirm Support for New North American Trade Agreement

Leading executives representing the U.S., Canadian and Mexican chemical industries today publicly reaffirmed their support for U.S. ratification of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

ACC Applauds White House and House Democrats for Reaching Agreement on USMCA
ACC Applauds White House and House Democrats for Reaching Agreement on USMCA

ACC and our members are strongly encouraged by the Speaker’s announcement of a potential agreement that would codify important improvements to USMCA and possibly fast-track its passage in Congress.

APEC Chemical Dialogue: Critical For the Success of Chemical Manufacturers
APEC Chemical Dialogue: Critical For the Success of Chemical Manufacturers

The chemical industry plays a crucial role in most sectors of regional economies, which has led to innovative, life-enhancing products and technologies that not only support the global economy, but also help people live longer, healthier, more sus...

U.S. Chemicals Industry Supports Passage of USMCA

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) and its more than 160 members strongly urge U.S. ratification of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
The new agreement will enable U.S. chemicals manufacturers to create a North American model for chem...

ACC Joins USMCA Coalition with Commitment to Promote Manufacturing Growth
ACC Joins USMCA Coalition with Commitment to Promote Manufacturing Growth

The USMCA would bring significant added value to our industry, to the economy, and to continued efforts to protect human health and the environment throughout the region. It’s time to put this agreement to work for all Americans.