Trade-distorting SPS and TBT regulations in the EU? A qualitative assessment from the market for live plants and cut flowers

Sophie Drogué and Estelle Gozlan

No 7216, Working Papers from TRADEAG - Agricultural Trade Agreements

Abstract: Using specific estimation of ad-valorem equivalents, the paper compares sectors where observed trade flows are significantly lower than predicted flows, with sectors where a SPS/TBT measure is notified in the TRAINS database. Only three sectors are found where a significant negative coefficient matches a notified regulation. Focusing on the market for live plants and cut flowers, the paper provides a description of existing EU import requirements and discusses recent trends in relevant private standards and certification schemes. The trade-restrictiveness of EU and private standards is then assessed based on the results of a survey conducted among exporters of flowers in developing countries.

Keywords: Crop Production/Industries; International Relations/Trade (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 28
Date: 2007
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.7216

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