Auto Parts Tariff Escape Window Opens: Act Fast, Makers!
Published Date: 12/16/2025
Notice
Summary
Starting January 1, 2026, U.S. companies can ask to add more car parts to the list that faces import tariffs under a special trade rule. This two-week window closes January 14, so don’t miss your chance to submit requests by email. These tariffs could affect prices and trade, so if you’re in the auto parts business, this is your moment to act!
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Two-week inclusion window opens Jan 1
If you are a U.S. automobile parts company, you can submit requests to add parts to the list subject to the Section 232 import duties between January 1, 2026 and 11:59 p.m. ET on January 14, 2026. Requests must be emailed to the automobile parts inclusion inbox at [email protected].
Quarterly recurring submission windows
The rule established recurring two-week windows each year for inclusion submissions in January, April, July, and October, with each window beginning on the first of those months. January 2026 is the first announced window under that schedule.
Accepted requests posted for public comment
After the January 14, 2026 submission window closes, accepted inclusion requests will be posted for a two-week public comment period on Docket ID ITA-2025-0039 on Regulations.gov. Parties can review and comment during that two-week period.
Check scope; avoid duplicate submissions
Before submitting, you must ensure the automobile parts you request are not already within the scope of the Automobile Proclamation and you should not submit another request for the same parts if a decision is still pending unless you have new pertinent information.
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