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title: A Snapshot of Recent US Tariff Changes
description: Keeping up with US tariffs can feel like trying to hit a moving target. Recent weeks, particularly around early April 2025, have seen significant announcements and adjustments. To help provide clarity amidst the complexity, we've compiled a table summarizing key tariff actions announced or taking effect recently.
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# US tariff changes: key updates and impact

*Updated on August 20, 2026 at 11:00 CET.*

On Feb. 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that IEEPA does not authorize presidential tariffs. As a result, the prior IEEPA-based “reciprocal” tariff schedule listed below is no longer in force. The U.S. has since implemented a temporary Section 122 import surcharge of 10% ad valorem on imports from all countries (unless exempt), effective Feb. 24, 2026, for up to 150 days.

A potential increase to 15% has been discussed publicly, but as of Feb. 25, 2026, CBP is collecting 10% pending a new formal order.

Disclaimer: Please refer to official government sources for the most accurate and up-to-date information on tariff changes. These official sources are responsible for publishing and maintaining tariff schedules and providing technical information.

 

| Type Country / Origin Scope Product Scope Legal Basis Tariff Rate Effective Date Status Notes Country-based (global baseline)  All countries  Most imported goods (subject to exclusions)  Section 122   10% ad valorem  2026-02-24 In Effect In effective temporary up to 150 days. Replaced the prior IEEPA-based country tariff framework after the Supreme Court decision; CBP says it applies to imported articles of every country unless specifically exempt.   Country-based (China)  China-origin goods Broad HTS lists (legacy Section 301 lists) Section 301  List 1: 25% List 2: 25% List 3: 25% List 4A: 7.5%   2018–2020 (ongoing)  In Effect   This is the core China Section 301 framework still maintained by USTR. Country-based (Brazil) Brazil-origin goods Most imported goods (exceptions are but not limited to beef, orange juice, aircraft and aircraft parts, and energy products) Section 301 25% 2026-07-15  In Effect  Country-based (Canada) Canada-origin goods Wine,  hockey sticks, cement, dairy, swimming pools and wigs  Section 338 50%  2026-08-19  In Effect   Country + product-based (China targeted sectors) China-origin goods Selected strategic sectors (HTS-line specific) Section 301 (2024 review modifications) Up to 100% (e.g., EVs 100%; semiconductors 50%; solar cells 50%; several categories at 25%) Phased 2024–2026  In Effect /Phasing by category   Product-type (global) Most countries (country treatment can vary in edge cases) Steel, aluminum, and many derivatives Section 232 50% (general rate) 2025-06-04   In Effect    White House action raised the rate from 25% to 50% for covered steel/aluminum articles and derivatives.   Product-type (global)  Global (with USMCA/non-US content treatment rules)  Passenger vehicles & certain auto parts  Section 232  25% Autos: 2025-04-03   In Effect  Useful to keep as a separate row because it is one of the most operationally impactful product tariffs.   Product-type (global)  Global (with some special treatment rules)  Medium-/heavy-duty vehicles, parts, and buses  Section 232 MHDVs/MHDV parts: 25% Buses: 10% 2025-11-01   In Effect   Product-type (global) Global Semi-finished copper + intensive copper derivatives  Section 232 50% 2025-08-01   In Effect    Product-type (global) Global Certain solar cells/modules (safeguard) Section 201 (CSPV safeguard) Safeguard tariff program Extended in 2022 for 4 years Reached end of extension in Feb 2026   |
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