South Carolina Tape Maker Gets Green Light for Zone Production
Published Date: 11/2/2026
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Summary
Coroplast Tape Corporation in Rock Hill, South Carolina, got the green light to start making pressure-sensitive tapes in their Foreign-Trade Zone facility. This means they can produce goods with special trade benefits, helping them save money and speed up operations. The approval came after a smooth review process, with no delays or extra costs announced.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
FTZ Approval for Tape Production
On October 28, 2026, the Foreign-Trade Zones Board authorized Coroplast Tape Corporation to produce pressure-sensitive tapes at its facility in Subzone 38W in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The authorization is subject to the Foreign-Trade Zones Act and the FTZ Board's regulations (15 CFR part 400, including section 400.14).
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