There have been recent changes to U.S. tariff policy that impact imports from India.
Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that certain tariffs imposed under emergency executive authority were not lawfully enacted. As a result, the additional 25% “reciprocal” tariff on India-origin goods has been invalidated, and U.S. Customs has begun discontinuing collection of those duties.
In response, the Administration has implemented a temporary tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. This establishes a global 10% tariff, with the potential to increase to 15%, authorized for up to 150 days while broader tariff decisions are evaluated.
As a reminder, under our tariff pass-through policy, duties are billed at the rate assessed by U.S. Customs at the time of entry. Because applicability is determined upon entry for consumption, rates may vary depending on timing and the legal authority in effect at that time.
Regarding previously paid tariffs under the invalidated framework, the possibility of refunds or credits remains unclear. Any recovery process, if established, would likely involve administrative or legal proceedings and could take significant time. There is currently no defined mechanism or timeline for reimbursement.
We are closely monitoring U.S. Customs guidance and federal updates and will share information as clarity develops. If you’d like to discuss how this may affect current orders or future planning, please reach out to your sales representative directly.