Everything But Arms
Also called: EBA
The EU GSP arrangement for least developed countries, giving duty-free and quota-free access for all products except arms and ammunition. Countries leave EBA after they graduate from the UN least developed country category, following a transition period.
In practice
Sourcing from countries such as Bangladesh or Cambodia can be duty free in the EU, but graduation plans should be watched for long-term supply decisions.
Applies to: 
EU
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