US Customs Tariff 2026: Import Duty Rates, HTS Changes, and Tariff Lookup
2026 has already been one of the most active years for US trade policy in decades. New import surcharges, semiconductor tariffs, expanded China duties, and Russia sanctions modifications have hit within the first two months alone.
This page tracks every significant tariff change as it happens. Bookmark it — we update weekly.
2026 Tariff Timeline
De Minimis Suspension & Across-the-Board Import Surcharge
Two major actions: The duty-free de minimis exemption was suspended for all countries, and a new general import surcharge applies to most goods entering the US. The surcharge is layered on top of existing MFN duty rates. Full de minimis analysis →
Russia Duty Modifications
Column 2 duty rates on Russian-origin goods were modified for several HTS chapters. Specific metals, energy products, and chemical precursors saw rate adjustments. These changes align with updated OFAC sanctions guidance. Full Russia tariff guide →
Semiconductor Tariff Adjustments
New tariff rates on imported semiconductors, chip manufacturing equipment, and related electronic components. The action targets specific HTS codes in chapters 84 and 85, with rates varying by country of origin. Full analysis →
China Section 301 — List 4B Rate Increase
Tariff rates on List 4B goods (primarily consumer products) from China increased from 7.5% to 15%. This affects clothing, footwear, consumer electronics accessories, and hundreds of other product categories. Full China tariff guide →
HTS 2026 Revision 4 Takes Effect
The annual HTS revision brought updated product classifications, new subheadings, and modified duty rates across dozens of chapters. All data on Tariff Check reflects Revision 4.
Impact Summary
| Action | Products Affected | Avg. Rate Change |
|---|---|---|
| Import Surcharge (Feb 25) | Most imported goods | Varies by category |
| Russia Modifications (Feb 11) | Metals, energy, chemicals | Column 2 adjustments |
| Semiconductor Tariffs (Jan 20) | Chips, equipment (Ch. 84-85) | +10-25% |
| China 301 List 4B (Jan 15) | Consumer goods | 7.5% → 15% |
| HTS Revision 4 (Jan 1) | Various reclassifications | Mixed |
2026 US HTS Tariff Schedule: Key Changes
The 2026 US HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) includes several major revisions that affect how products are classified and what duty rates apply. The HTS Revision 4, effective January 1, 2026, reclassified hundreds of product codes across chapters 01-99.
Key HTS changes for 2026:
- New subheadings added for electric vehicles, lithium batteries, and semiconductor equipment
- Chapter 84-85 restructuring affecting machinery and electronics classifications
- Chapter 99 additions for new Section 301 and trade remedy tariffs
- MFN rate adjustments across 200+ tariff lines, with the average US MFN tariff rate for 2026 rising to approximately 6.5%
Tariff Rate Lookup: How to Find Current Duty Rates
Need to look up a specific tariff rate for your product? Use Tariff Check's free tariff lookup tool to search by product description or HTS code. Our database reflects all 2026 changes including:
- Current MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rates
- Section 301 additional tariffs on China imports
- Semiconductor and technology tariff surcharges
- Free trade agreement preferential rates (USMCA, KORUS, etc.)
- Column 2 rates for sanctioned countries (Russia, North Korea, Cuba)
You can also browse tariff codes by chapter to find the correct HTS classification for any product.
Current US Tariffs on Chinese Imports 2026
The current US tariffs on Chinese imports in 2026 are the highest they've been in modern history. Here's the breakdown:
- Semiconductors: 50% duty (up from 25%) on chips, wafers, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment
- Section 301 List 1-3: 25% additional tariff on $250 billion in goods (industrial, tech, agriculture)
- Section 301 List 4A: 15% additional tariff on $112 billion in consumer goods
- Section 301 List 4B: Increased from 7.5% to 15% as of January 15, 2026
- Electric vehicles: 100% tariff on Chinese-made EVs
- Steel and aluminum: 25% Section 232 tariffs still apply
For the full semiconductor tariff breakdown, see our detailed guide: Semiconductor Tariffs 2026.
What to Do
- Check your HTS codes. Use Tariff Check to look up current duty rates — they reflect all 2026 changes.
- Review trade agreement eligibility. Some preferential rates may offset the new surcharge. Check your FTA options.
- Audit your classifications. The HTS revision reclassified some products. Avoid these common mistakes.
- Talk to your customs broker. If you're importing at volume, a classification review could save thousands.