Bulgaria is a relatively open market, but certain administrative and procedural requirements can become non-tariff trade barriers. Relatively weak IP protection and the need for greater transparency and predictability in the regulatory environment are common market access issues for U.S. firms. For this reason, a vetted, experienced agent/distributor or representative is essential in Bulgaria.

• Office of the U.S. Trade Representative; PDF (trade barriers)
• Bulgarian food and agricultural import regulations and standard (USDA) and  (EU standards and regulations)
• To report existing or new trade barriers and request assistance in removing them, contact either the Trade Agreements Negotiations and Compliance Center  or the U.S. Mission to the European Union: https://useu.usmission.gov/

For more information and help with trade barriers, please contact:

International Trade Administration

Enforcement and Compliance
(202) 482-0063 - ECCommunications@trade.gov

https://www.commerce.gov/issues/trade-enforcement