Trade War Tariffs Guide 2026

Navigate Section 301 China tariffs, exclusions, and rates. Check if your imports are affected by additional duties.

Important: Trade war tariffs are in addition to regular duty rates. Always calculate both when importing from affected countries.

Section 301 Tariff Lists

List 1

Implemented July 2018

Active

25%

Additional tariff

$34 billion

Trade value

Products: Industrial machinery, aerospace, IT

List 2

Implemented August 2018

Active

25%

Additional tariff

$16 billion

Trade value

Products: Semiconductors, chemicals, plastics

List 3

Implemented September 2018

Active

25%

Additional tariff

$200 billion

Trade value

Products: Consumer goods, food, textiles

List 4A

Implemented September 2019

Reduced from 15%

7.5%

Additional tariff

$120 billion

Trade value

Products: Smartphones, laptops, toys

Most Affected Product Categories

Electronics

High Impact+25%

Examples: TVs, components, batteries

Machinery

High Impact+25%

Examples: Industrial equipment, tools

Furniture

High Impact+25%

Examples: Office furniture, home goods

Textiles

Medium Impact+7.5-25%

Examples: Apparel, fabrics, accessories

Toys & Games

Medium Impact+7.5%

Examples: Video games, sporting goods

Auto Parts

High Impact+25%

Examples: Tires, components, accessories

Tariff Exclusions & Relief

Some products may qualify for exclusions from Section 301 tariffs. Over 2,200 exclusions have been granted by USTR.

How to Check for Exclusions:

1.Search USTR's exclusion database by HTS code
2.Check if your product description matches granted exclusions
3.Verify exclusion validity dates
4.Apply for new exclusions if eligible

Trade War Impact by the Numbers

$370B+

Affected imports

7.5-25%

Additional duties

2,200+

Exclusions granted

5,000+

HTS codes affected

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