Starting April 9, 2025, the U.S. has imposed a significantly higher tariff on most imported goods from China. Under a new Executive Order signed on April 8, the reciprocal tariff rate increases from 34% to 84% for qualifying goods.
This change, outlined in CSMS #64687696, applies to imports from mainland China, as well as Hong Kong and Macau, unless they fall under specific exceptions previously listed in CSMS #64680374. The updated tariff applies to goods entered or withdrawn for consumption after 12:01 a.m. ET on April 9.
“Chinese imports not covered by exemptions will now face an 84% tariff—more than double the previous rate.”
The updated classification is found under HTSUS code 9903.01.63. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has also confirmed that reciprocal tariffs—including this new 84% rate—are eligible for duty drawback.
That means importers may be able to recover duties paid on eligible merchandise that is:
- Re-exported
- Destroyed under customs supervision
- Used in qualified manufacturing processes
This also applies to earlier reciprocal tariffs, such as the initial 10% rate (HTSUS 9903.01.25), and new country-specific duties (HTSUS 9903.01.43–9903.01.76), which range from 11% to 50% depending on the country of origin.
For importers and exporters, this opens up a significant opportunity to reduce costs—but only with proper tracking and documentation.
What You Should Do Now
To maximize recovery:
- Review your classifications to determine if your products are affected
- Ensure you have systems in place to track goods eligible for drawback
- Work with a trusted partner to file accurate and timely claims
How J.M. Rodgers Can Help
J.M. Rodgers specializes in full-service duty drawback processing. With these new reciprocal tariffs now officially eligible for drawback, our team is ready to help you identify impacted imports, align your export documentation, and file compliant, maximized claims—fast.
If you’re already paying these new duties, don’t leave potential refunds on the table.
