Quick Answer
US import duties on Chinese goods combine the standard HTS duty rate with Section 301 tariffs that add extra duty (commonly 7.5–25%+) on many product categories. To find your total rate, identify your HTS code, check the base rate, and add any applicable Section 301 tariff. Rates change, so verify current status before ordering.
How US Duties Stack
- Base HTS duty rate for your product code
- Plus Section 301 tariff on many China-origin goods (often 7.5–25%+)
- Plus any anti-dumping or countervailing duties on specific products
- Formal entry required for shipments over USD 2,500
Because Section 301 lists and rates change, confirm the current tariff for your exact HTS code before ordering. See anti-dumping duties and HS codes.
Key Takeaways
- US duty = base HTS rate + Section 301 tariff.
- Section 301 adds ~7.5–25%+ on many goods.
- Anti-dumping duties apply to specific products.
- Verify current rates before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What duties apply to Chinese goods entering the US?
The standard HTS duty rate plus, for many categories, a Section 301 tariff (commonly 7.5–25% or more), and for specific products, anti-dumping or countervailing duties.
What are Section 301 tariffs?
Section 301 tariffs are additional duties the US has applied to many categories of Chinese-origin goods, layered on top of the normal HTS duty rate. Lists and rates have changed over time.
How do I find my US duty rate?
Identify your product's HTS code, check the base duty rate in the US tariff schedule, and add any applicable Section 301 and anti-dumping duties. Verify current status, as rates change.
Do I need formal customs entry in the US?
Formal entry is generally required for commercial shipments valued over USD 2,500. Lower-value shipments may use informal entry, subject to current rules.
Can Plutonia help with US import duties?
Yes. Plutonia helps confirm HTS classification and current duty exposure, including Section 301, and prepares documentation for US clearance. Submit your product details to start.