CSMS # 69326983 - GUIDANCE: Section 301 Forced Labor Import Duties

• Effective July 24, 2026, the United States will impose additional tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies.
• The action is being taken under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
• Certain products or imports may qualify for specified exemptions.
• The tariffs are associated with a USTR action addressing concerns related to forced labor practices, as outlined in the referenced Federal Register notice.
• Importers, trade compliance professionals, and other stakeholders should review the USTR notice to determine:
• Whether their imports are covered by the tariffs.
• The applicable tariff rate (10% or 12.5%).
• Any exclusions or exemptions that may apply.
• Compliance requirements effective upon entry on or after July 24, 2026.

For a complete list of applicable HTSUS tariff numbers and duty rates by country/economy, see the reference table below.

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Note: EU, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland, and Taiwan have split rules where the Chapter 99 line depends on whether Column 1 duty is above/below threshold; duty shown is additional or combined as stated in CSMS text.