Executive Order Prevents Multiple Tariffs on Key Imported Goods
Published Date: 5/2/2025
Presidential Document
Summary
The U.S. government is making sure that when multiple tariffs apply to the same imported product, they don’t add up to an unfairly high cost. This change affects importers dealing with cars, auto parts, and goods linked to border security and drug control. Starting soon, only one tariff will apply per item, helping businesses avoid extra charges while still protecting national interests.
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5 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
One Tariff for Cars and Parts
If an imported automobile or automobile part is subject to the tariff set out in Proclamation 10908, that article will not be charged additional tariffs under the other actions listed in this order (section 2(b)–2(e)). This policy is applied retroactively to entries made on or after March 4, 2025.
Border-Related Tariffs Won't Stack With Metals
Articles subject to tariffs imposed under the northern- and southern-border actions (Executive Orders listed in section 2(b) and 2(c)) shall not be subject to additional tariffs under the aluminum and steel proclamations listed in section 2(d) and 2(e). The non-stacking rule applies to entries made on or after March 4, 2025.
Aluminum and Steel Can Still Stack
An article subject to tariffs under the aluminum proclamation (section 2(d)) may still be subject to additional tariffs under the steel proclamation (section 2(e)), and vice versa, if the article satisfies the conditions for those additional tariffs. This potential stacking is permitted under section 3(a)(iii) and applies to entries on or after March 4, 2025.
Other Duties and Fees Still Apply
This order does not change or limit other duties, taxes, fees, or exactions not listed in section 2. An article may still be subject to HTSUS column 1 duties, section 301 duties, Executive Order 14195 duties, and antidumping and countervailing duties.
Retroactive Application and Refunds
The order applies retroactively to entries made on or after March 4, 2025, and any necessary changes to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) must be made by 12:01 a.m. EDT on May 16, 2025. Any refunds resulting from this order will be processed pursuant to applicable law and U.S. Customs and Border Protection's standard procedures.
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