New Import Duties on Steel and Steel Derivative Products
March 10, 2025
New Import Duties on Aluminum
and Derivative Aluminum Products
What You Need to Know
Starting March 12, 2025, a 25% import duty will apply to all aluminum articles and derivative aluminum products from all countries. This follows Proclamation 10895 under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.
Key Details:
- Effective Date: March 12, 2025
- Tariff Rate: 25% ad valorem
- Affected Products: Aluminum and derivative aluminum articles (HTS classifications: 9903.85.02, 9903.85.04, 9903.85.07)
- Exemptions: 0% duty applies for HTS 9903.85.09 if processed outside the U.S. using U.S.-sourced aluminum
- 200% Duty on Russian Aluminum: Applies to products smelted or cast in Russia (HTS 9903.85.67, 9903.85.68)
- Exclusions Expire: March 11, 2025
- No Duty Drawback Available
Compliance Steps:
- Review HTS classifications for applicable duties
- Accurately report aluminum content values in customs filings
- Verify “smelt and cast” country of origin reporting requirements
- Check foreign trade zone (FTZ) admission rules
Understanding these changes is essential to ensure compliance and avoid disruptions. If you have questions, contact your Western Overseas agent today.
