What are the tariff rates for Chinese goods imported into the US? — Section 301 Tariffs

Check USITC Section 301 tariff list for your HS code. Rates vary by List (1-4A) — most consumer goods are 7.5-25%. Additional tariffs may apply on top of standard MFN duty. Cost: 7.5-25% additional. Timeline: In effect.

What are the tariff rates for Chinese goods imported into the US? — De Minimis Exemption

Do not price China-origin parcels as duty-free under $800. China-origin goods lost de minimis on 2 May 2025; the global suspension followed on 29 August 2025. Enter the shipment under the CBP process that currently applies (formal or informal entry). Cost: Duty-free de minimis suspended for commercial low-value shipments. Timeline: Immediate.

What are the tariff rates for Chinese goods imported into the US?

Last updated: 2026-08-23Method & sources

Sources:USITC Tariff Database CBP — de minimis suspension (29 Aug 2025)CBP — China de minimis (2 May 2025)

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[Unverified] Figures may be out of date. Queued 2026-08-21 (uvq-tariff-rate-china-to-us-en-F0-05). Check the official page: https://hts.usitc.gov/. Public compilation, not tax advice.

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Duty on goods from China is a stack: the HTS MFN rate for your 10-digit code, plus any Section 301 or other additional duties that still apply to that code. There is no single 25–50% rate for all products — look the code up in the USITC HTS. Duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value commercial shipments has been suspended (China from 2 May 2025; all countries from 29 August 2025). Confirm current measures on CBP and USITC before you price a shipment.

Requirements

Look up the HTS stack for the specific code

Est. Total Cost

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Timeline

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📝 Step-by-Step Guide

Total 3 steps·Est. 1 week research

Prerequisites

•Product HTS code
•FOB value per unit

1
Find HTS duty rate
Use USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule to find MFN duty rate for your product
2
Add Section 301 surcharge
Chinese-origin goods subject to 7.5-25% additional duty under Section 301
3
Calculate total duty
MFN rate + Section 301 rate + any AD/CVD = total duty; plus merchandise processing fee

💰 Cost Breakdown

Item	Cost	Frequency
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)	10-20% higher shipping + duty advance	one-time
DAP (Delivered at Place)	Standard shipping rates	one-time
Self-filing customs declaration	€200-500/shipment for in-house team	one-time
Section 301 Tariffs	7.5-25% additional	one-time
De Minimis Exemption	0% if under €800	one-time
Total Estimate	€215 – €1345	Per US filing

🚨CRITICAL RISK

China-to-US duty rates in 2026 are the highest in modern trade history for many product categories

Some categories face 100%+ combined duty (MFN + Section 301 + anti-dumping)

🛡️ Prevention Steps

✓Check the full duty stack for every SKU
✓Model alternative sourcing scenarios
✓Monitor for tariff exclusions and trade agreements

Item by Item

RequiredSection 301 Tariffs

7.5-25% additionalIn effect

1Check USITC Section 301 tariff list for your HS code
2Rates vary by List (1-4A) — most consumer goods are 7.5-25%
3Additional tariffs may apply on top of standard MFN duty

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If applicableDe Minimis Exemption

Duty-free de minimis suspended for commercial low-value shipmentsImmediate

1Do not price China-origin parcels as duty-free under $800
2China-origin goods lost de minimis on 2 May 2025; the global suspension followed on 29 August 2025
3Enter the shipment under the CBP process that currently applies (formal or informal entry)

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Comparison

	DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)	DAP (Delivered at Place)	Self-filing customs declaration
Pros	✓ Buyer sees final price, no surprise charges ✓ Faster customs clearance ✓ Better customer experience	✓ Lower shipping cost than DDP ✓ Buyer handles import clearance ✓ Simpler for seller	✓ Full control over HS codes and valuations ✓ Can optimize duty rates ✓ No broker markup
Cons	✗ Seller bears all duty/tax risk ✗ Higher shipping cost ✗ Complex duty calculation per destination	✗ Buyer may refuse delivery due to unexpected fees ✗ Higher return rate ✗ Worse conversion	✗ Requires customs expertise ✗ Time-intensive ✗ Errors can cause seizures
Best For	B2C sellers wanting premium customer experience	B2B sellers or low-value goods where buyer expects to handle customs	High-volume sellers with dedicated logistics team
Est. Cost	10-20% higher shipping + duty advance	Standard shipping rates	€200-500/shipment for in-house team

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Common Mistakes

❌ Using generic 'China tariff' estimates without checking the specific HTS code

💥 Consequence: Actual duty may be 0% or 100%+ depending on product

✅ Fix: Always use the exact HTS code — duty rates vary by 6-10 digit classification

Seller Paths

US Import Tariff Rate Lookup

1. Access HTSUS for product classification
2. Check base duty rate + Section 301 additional tariff
3. Calculate total tariff impact on product cost
4. Factor into US selling price

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US Tariff Cost Management

1. Use US Foreign Trade Zone for duty deferral
2. Explore drawback program for re-exported goods
3. Consider bonded warehouse for inventory management
4. Monitor tariff exclusion deadlines

💰 FTZ bonding: $5,000-20,000/year⏱ 2-8 weeks setup

Next Steps

HighLook up your product's specific HTS code and applicable duty rates on the USITC tariff database1 week

HighAdd any extra Section 301 or other additional duty that the HTS line still listssame time

HighCheck for anti-dumping/countervailing duties via Commerce Department AD/CVD database1 week

MediumMap your China export route: customs codes and tax treatment on one page1 week

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