Steel Producers Can Now Apply for Tariff Breaks on Imports
Published Date: 4/23/2026
Notice
Summary
Steel and aluminum producers with new U.S. production can now apply to lower their tariffs under Proclamation 10984 starting April 23, 2026. This means companies in Canada or Mexico boosting U.S. steel or aluminum output might pay less import tax, helping American jobs and factories grow. Get your paperwork in on time to cash in on these tariff breaks!
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HTSUS Headings Added; 25% Additional Duty Applied
The HTSUS is modified effective April 23, 2026 to add headings 9903.82.18 (steel) and 9903.82.19 (aluminum). For entries under these headings the duty is the duty provided in the applicable subheading plus 25% (i.e., an additional 25% rate is applied to qualifying entries).
Producers Can Seek Tariff Cuts
If you are a steel or aluminum producer operating production facilities in Canada or Mexico that supply U.S. automobile or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle (MHDV) manufacturers, you may apply for a tariff adjustment based on new U.S. production commitments starting April 23, 2026. Proclamation 10984 authorizes the Secretary to reduce tariffs owed under Proclamations 9704 and 9705 by up to half the otherwise applicable rate, but the adjusted tariff rate may be no less than 25 percent.
Adjustments Limited by New Capacity and Time
Any tariff adjustment will be limited to quantities equal to the projected annual new U.S. production capacity the Department approves, and the adjustment will be limited to a fixed time period set by the Department. Submissions to begin consideration are accepted as of April 23, 2026.
Detailed Application and Ongoing Compliance Rules
Applicants must submit detailed project documentation certified by a CFO, General Counsel, or equivalent, including project plans, NAICS/HTSUS codes, projected annual capacity, suppliers and contractors, and mandatory milestone targets (purchase of land; facility design completion; hiring contractors; construction start; purchase, delivery, and installation of equipment; and completion of construction and production first heat). Approved applicants must provide quarterly progress reports and shipment data; failing to substantially meet milestones can pause or end tariff adjustments and lead to liquidation or reliquidation of entries.
Only USMCA Qualifying Imports Eligible
The tariff adjustment is available only for imports that (1) qualify for preferential treatment under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and (2) were smelted and cast (aluminum) or melted and poured/smelted and cast (steel) in Canada or Mexico. Only such Qualifying Imports may receive the adjusted tariff treatment.
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