The new regulations took effect on June 8, 2026 and are planned to remain in force until December 31, 2027.
Key Provisions
Under the updated rules, steel, aluminum, copper, and related derivative products will be subject to different tariff rates based on metal content and product characteristics, ranging from 0%, 10%, 15%, 25%, to 50%.
Products Likely to Benefit
According to industry analysts and customs consultants, the following categories are worth monitoring:
- Home & Household Items: furniture hardware, decorative items, storage products, kitchen and bathroom accessories.
- Toys & Stationery: plastic toys, children’s products, office supplies, stationery sets.
- Small Appliances & Consumer Electronics: certain kitchen appliances, personal care products, electronic accessories, smart home devices.
- Packaging & Gift Items: perfume packaging, cosmetic packaging, gift boxes, display racks.
- Light Hardware & Tools: tools primarily made of plastic, rubber, or composite materials.
Tariff Details by Metal Content
- Derivative products with ≤15% steel, aluminum, or copper content: 0% Section 232 tariff.
- Products meeting U.S. origin standards (≥85% of relevant metal melted, cast, or refined domestically): 10% tariff.
- Agricultural equipment, residential HVAC systems and components, and certain mobile industrial equipment: 15% tariff.
- Derivative products primarily composed of steel, aluminum, or copper: 25% tariff.
- Products fully or nearly entirely made of steel, aluminum, or copper, and certain high-metal-content derivatives: 50% tariff.
Recommendations for U.S. Market-Focused Companies
Companies targeting the U.S. market should review product BOM structures, assess the proportion of steel, aluminum, and copper content, and coordinate with customers and customs service providers to confirm applicable tariff rates. This will help ensure timely adjustment of pricing and market strategies.
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