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New U.S. Tariff Regulations on Steel and Aluminum Products Under Section 232 – Effective March 12, 2025

2025-03-08

The latest additional tariff regulations on steel and aluminum products under Section 232 of the U.S. Trade Expansion Act have been released and will take effect at 12:01 AM Eastern Standard Time on March 12, 2025. The enforcement of this policy will be based on the arrival time of shipments, but customs clearance and actual taxation will prevail. It is important to note that this additional tariff imposes a 25% import duty on all steel and aluminum products, as well as their derivative products, imported from all countries.

Steel Products Exported from China to the U.S.:

oAlready subject to a 25% import tariff, which remains unchanged.

oFocus on derivative steel products:

●Steel derivative products classified under Chapter 73 (e.g., stainless steel tableware 732393) will be subject to an additional 25% tariff.

●For products not classified under Chapter 73, two separate value declarations are required:

1.The value of the non-steel portion.

2.The value of the steel-containing portion, along with the weight of the steel content (in kilograms).

●If the steel content is not provided, customs will assume 100% steel content by default. The 25% tariff will be applied to the steel portion only.

 ●(For products not under Chapter 73 but involving steel derivatives, please refer to the official announcement.)

Aluminum Products Exported from China to the U.S.

oPreviously subject to a 10% import tariff, which will now be increased to 25%.

oFocus on derivative aluminum products:

●Aluminum derivative products classified under Chapter 76 (e.g., aluminum tableware 761510) will be subject to an additional 25% tariff.

●For products not classified under Chapter 76, two separate value declarations are required:

1.The value of the non-aluminum portion.

2.The value of the aluminum-containing portion, along with the weight of the aluminum content (in kilograms).

●If the aluminum content is not provided, customs will assume 100% aluminum content by default. The 25% tariff will be applied to the aluminum portion only.

●(For products not under Chapter 76 but involving aluminum derivatives, please refer to the official announcement.)

LIST OF STEEL HTS SUBJECT TO SECTION 232

LIST OF ALUMINUM HTS SUBJECT TO SECTION 232

Professional Insights on the New U.S. Tariff Regulations and Our Advantageous Solutions

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As a U.S.-based Logistics Company specializing in China-U.S. shipping routes, we closely monitor regulatory changes to help businesses navigate evolving trade policies. The latest update to Section 232 imposes additional tariffs on steel and aluminum products, effectiveMarch 12, 2025. Below, we provide a professional breakdown of the policy's impact and how our tailored logistics solutions can help mitigate risks and optimize your supply chain.

Understanding the New Tariff Policy

Scope of Additional Tariffs

1.Steel Products: A 25% tariff applies to all steel products and steel derivatives, including flat-rolled steel, bars, rods, tubes, and structural components.

2.Aluminum Products: The previous 10% tariff is now raised to 25% for aluminum and aluminum derivative products.

3.Derivative Products: Items made partially of steel or aluminum (e.g., stainless steel tableware, aluminum kitchenware) will require precise breakdowns of material composition in customs declarations.

Compliance and Declaration Requirements

For non-steel/aluminum products containing these metals, businesses must declare:

1.The value of the non-metal portion separately.

2.The value and weight (kg) of the steel/aluminum portion to ensure accurate tariff calculations.

3.If weight details are not provided, customs will assume 100% steel/aluminum content, leading to a full 25% tariff on the entire product.

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Our Advantageous Solutions

1. Regulatory Compliance Assistance

●Our in-house customs compliance experts provide guidance on HTS classifications and declaration strategies, ensuring accurate and optimized tariff applications.
● We help businesses separate material cost declarations properly to avoid unnecessary overcharges.

2. Optimized Supply Chain Strategies

●Flexible Routing Solutions: We offer alternative shipping strategies, including bonded warehousing and foreign trade zones (FTZs), to delay duty payments or explore cost-saving entry methods.
●Duty Mitigation Consultation: Our team analyzes product composition and advises on potential supplier adjustments or alternative sourcing strategies to minimize tariff exposure.

3. Fast & Secure Customs Clearance

●Our direct partnerships with U.S. customs brokers ensure swift clearance, reducing delays and storage fees.
●We provide real-timE Shipment tracking and proactive issue resolution to prevent supply chain disruptions.

4. Cost-Efficient Freight Solutions

●Consolidated shipping optionshelp businesses reducE Logistics costs by combining multiple smaller shipments into single, tariff-optimized entries.
● Advanced forecasting tools help clients plan ahead and avoid peak congestion periods.

Get Expert Guidance Today!

Navigating U.S. trade regulations can be complex, but our expertise ensures your shipments remain compliant, cost-efficient, and uninterrupted. Contact us today to discuss how we can optimize your logistics strategy under the new Section 232 tariffs.