Tariff Information
Understanding Tariff Charges on Your Invoice
Tariffs are duties imposed by the United States government on certain imported products. When an imported product is subject to a U.S. tariff, the applicable tariff cost may be reflected as a separate charge on your invoice.
Because tariff requirements can vary by product, country of origin, classification, and applicable trade regulations, a tariff charge may appear on one invoice but not on another.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did I receive a Tariff Charge?
You received a tariff charge because your United States shipment contained a product that is subject to an applicable U.S. tariff.
Tariff charges are separate from state sales taxes and are determined by applicable federal import regulations.
Why did I receive a Tariff charge on this Invoice but not a previous Invoice?
A previous invoice may not have contained a product that qualified for or was subject to the applicable tariff.
Tariff treatment can vary depending on the specific product, country of origin, tariff classification, and applicable U.S. trade measures. As a result, two shipments containing different products may have different tariff charges.
I have a Tax Exempt document. Why am I being charged a Tariff?
A tax-exempt certificate generally applies to state and local sales taxes. It does not exempt an imported product from federal tariffs or customs duties.
Therefore, having a state tax-exempt status does not automatically eliminate applicable federal tariff charges.
2026 U.S. Tariff Updates
July 24, 2026 — Section 301 Forced Labor Tariffs Take Effect
On July 23, 2026, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced final action under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 concerning 60 economies and their failure to impose and effectively enforce prohibitions on imports produced with forced labor.
The resulting Section 301 tariffs took effect on July 24, 2026. Depending on the economy and applicable product provisions, the additional duty is generally 10% or 12.5%, subject to specified product exemptions and other provisions.
USTR stated that the 60 economies covered by the action represent approximately 99.4% of U.S. imports. Certain products and categories are excluded from the additional tariffs, including specified products subject to Section 232 tariffs and other designated exemptions.
Brazil — Additional Section 301 Tariff
The U.S. government also imposed a 25% Section 301 tariff on certain imports from Brazil following a separate USTR investigation into Brazil’s acts, policies, and practices. The measure applies to certain Brazilian imports and is subject to the applicable product provisions and exclusions.
IEEPA Duty Refunds & CAPE
2026 — IEEPA Duty Refund Process
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) developed the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) functionality within the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Portal to streamline refunds of eligible duties collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
CBP launched the first phase of CAPE on April 20, 2026. CAPE allows eligible Importers of Record and authorized customs brokers to submit refund requests covering multiple entries rather than processing refunds individually.
The CAPE process is designed to:
- Consolidate eligible IEEPA duty refunds and applicable interest.
- Allow importers and authorized customs brokers to submit CAPE Declarations through the ACE Portal.
- Process multiple eligible entry numbers through a consolidated submission.
- Recalculate eligible entries without the applicable IEEPA duties.
- Consolidate qualifying refunds for payment to the Importer of Record or designated refund recipient.
CBP continues to provide updates and additional functionality as the CAPE system evolves. Eligibility, filing requirements, liquidation status, and refund timing may vary depending on the specific import entries.
Important Notice
Tariff regulations and duty rates are subject to change. The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes and should not be considered legal, customs, or tax advice.
The actual tariff applicable to a shipment depends on factors including the product classification, country of origin, entry date, applicable trade measures, and any available exclusions or exemptions.
For questions regarding a specific tariff charge appearing on your invoice, please contact our customer service or sales team and provide the applicable invoice and product information.