AHKFTAMultilateral (ASEAN+Partner)Active

ASEAN-Hong Kong Free Trade Agreement

Hong Kong as a free port immediately eliminated 100% of tariffs on all ASEAN goods. ASEAN members committed to progressively reducing tariffs on 75-85% of tariff lines over 10-14 years. Accompanied by the ASEAN-Hong Kong Investment Agreement.

Key Facts

Tariff Coverage

Hong Kong eliminates 100% of tariffs immediately; ASEAN members progressively eliminate 75-85% over 10-14 years

Key Sectors

Electronics, textiles and garments, jewelry, watches, food and beverages, chemicals, plastics

Rules of Origin

RVC of 40% of FOB value or Change in Tariff Classification; build-up or build-down calculation methods

Exclusions & Limitations

ASEAN members maintain country-specific sensitive lists. Indonesia's phase-out extends to 14 years for certain products.

Member Countries (11)

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Brunei

🇰🇭

Cambodia

🇮🇩

Indonesia

🇱🇦

Laos

🇲🇾

Malaysia

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Myanmar

🇵🇭

Philippines

🇸🇬

Singapore

🇹🇭

Thailand

🇻🇳

Vietnam

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Hong Kong

Products Under AHKFTA

Sample of HS codes with active preferential rates under this agreement.

HS Code	Product	Rate
21039019	Sauces and preparations therefor, other	0%
12115000	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — ephedra	0%
12116000	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — bark of African cherry (Prunus africana)	0%
12119011	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — cannabis, in cut, crushed or powdered form	0%
12119011	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — cannabis, in cut, crushed or powdered form	0%
12119013	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — rauwolfia serpentina roots	0%
12119012	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — cannabis, in other forms	0%
12119013	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — rauwolfia serpentina roots	0%
12119015	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — liquorice roots	0%
12119015	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — liquorice roots	0%
12119017	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — other, fresh or dried, in cut, crushed or powdered form	0%
12119018	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — other, in cut, crushed or powdered form	0%
12119019	Of a kind used primarily in pharmacy, other	0%
12119017	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — other, fresh or dried, in cut, crushed or powdered form	0%
12119019	Of a kind used primarily in pharmacy, other	0%
12119091	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — pyrethrum, in cut, crushed or powdered form	0%
12119092	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — pyrethrum, in other forms	0%
12119094	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — sandalwood chips	0%
12119091	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — pyrethrum, in cut, crushed or powdered form	0%
12119092	Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered — pyrethrum, in other forms	0%

Agreement Details

Code: AHKFTA
Type: Multilateral (ASEAN+Partner)
Signed: 2017
In Force Since: 2019
Current Tariff Period: 01 Januari 2026 — 31 Desember 2026
Status: Active (1,000 product tariffs)
Members: 11 countries

Need a Certificate of Origin?

To qualify for preferential rates under AHKFTA, your shipment needs a valid Certificate of Origin. Kickrate handles the documentation as your Importer of Record.