By Krieger Worldwide
Reciprocal Tariffs for Goods from All Countries Other Than China, Hong Kong and Macau
- Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) has clarified that to qualify for the reciprocal tariff in-transit exclusion, the goods must be on the final vessel destined for the United States prior to April 5 and the goods must be arrived and entered prior to May 27.
- The in-transit exclusion only applies to ocean shipments. Air and truck movements were not eligible.
Reciprocal Tariffs for Goods from China, Hong Kong and Macau
- The in-transit exclusion only applies to ocean shipments. Air and truck movements were not eligible.
- For China specifically, goods that departed between April 5 and April 9 qualify for the 10% reciprocal tariff.
- Goods that departed after April 10 are subject to the 125% tariff if they arrived at a U.S. port and were entered for consumption before May 14.
- Starting May 14, the U.S. implemented a 90-day pause on the 125% tariff, so any shipments arriving on or after May 14 can be entered at the 10% rate again.
Act Now: Tightening Freight Capacity and Increasing Rates
Due to the current dynamic trade and tariff landscape, Krieger Worldwide encourages importers to book freight now and take advantage of the temporary reduced reciprocal tariff conditions available for many countries.
Capacity is tightening quickly, especially on major trade routes like China, and freight rates are rising sharply. Acting now may secure better pricing, more reliable space and minimal disruption as global conditions continue to shift.
