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Amidst the backdrop of lackluster economic performance in the Caribbean, improving economic conditions in advanced economies continue to generate a growing influx of tourists to the Caribbean islands.

This report outlines TT’s certification requirements and includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select Export Certificates.

Over the past 11 years (2004-2013) U.S. exports to the Caribbean Island Basin of consumer-oriented products and fish products have averaged over 10 percent annual growth.

While most U.S. products are fully acceptable in Trinidad and Tobago (TT), special attention needs to be given to licensing, certification, labeling and documentation for select products.

The UK presents strong market opportunities for many U.S. consumer-oriented products.

Biotech regulation has been virtually non-existent in the Caribbean. That may change in the years ahead as twelve Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries move forward with UN Biosafety Frameworks.

U.S. suppliers willing to clear initial hurdles will find Trinidad and Tobago to be an import-friendly country.