An HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) code is a 10-digit classification number used by US Customs and Border Protection to identify imported goods and determine applicable duty rates. The first 6 digits are standardized internationally under the Harmonized System, while the last 4 digits are specific to the United States.

How are US tariff rates determined?

US tariff rates are set by Congress and administered by CBP. The base MFN (Most Favored Nation) rate applies to most trading partners. Additional special tariffs — such as Section 301 (China), Section 232 (steel and aluminum), and Section 122 (temporary global surcharge, 10–15% per Proclamation 11012) — may apply on top of the base rate. Note that Section 122 does not stack with Section 232: goods already subject to §232 actions are excluded from the §122 surcharge.

What are Section 301 tariffs?

Section 301 tariffs are additional duties imposed on Chinese goods under the Trade Act of 1974, in response to unfair trade practices. They range from 7.5% to 100% depending on the product category and apply on top of the standard MFN duty rate. Four separate lists cover approximately $370 billion of annual imports.

How do I find the tariff rate for my product?

Use the search bar on this site to describe your product in plain English — our AI identifies the correct HTS code and shows all applicable duty rates including base MFN, Section 301, Section 232, and any other overlays. You can also browse by HTS chapter or product category.

What is a landed cost?

Landed cost is the total cost of importing a product to its destination, including the product price (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties, Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF), Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), and any other applicable surcharges. It represents the true cost of an imported good before domestic distribution.

An HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) code is a 10-digit classification number used by US Customs and Border Protection to identify imported goods and determine applicable duty rates. The first 6 digits are standardized internationally under the Harmonized System, while the last 4 digits are specific to the United States.

How are US tariff rates determined?

US tariff rates are set by Congress and administered by CBP. The base MFN (Most Favored Nation) rate applies to most trading partners. Additional special tariffs — such as Section 301 (China), Section 232 (steel and aluminum), and Section 122 (temporary global surcharge, 10–15% per Proclamation 11012) — may apply on top of the base rate. Note that Section 122 does not stack with Section 232: goods already subject to §232 actions are excluded from the §122 surcharge.

What are Section 301 tariffs?

Section 301 tariffs are additional duties imposed on Chinese goods under the Trade Act of 1974, in response to unfair trade practices. They range from 7.5% to 100% depending on the product category and apply on top of the standard MFN duty rate. Four separate lists cover approximately $370 billion of annual imports.

How do I find the tariff rate for my product?

Use the search bar on this site to describe your product in plain English — our AI identifies the correct HTS code and shows all applicable duty rates including base MFN, Section 301, Section 232, and any other overlays. You can also browse by HTS chapter or product category.

What is a landed cost?

Landed cost is the total cost of importing a product to its destination, including the product price (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties, Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF), Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), and any other applicable surcharges. It represents the true cost of an imported good before domestic distribution.

Alternative comparison

Gaia Dynamics Alternative for US HTS Lookup and Tariff Monitoring

Compare Gaia Dynamics with US Tariff Rates for US HTS classification assistance, tariff-rate monitoring, duty-stack visibility, API workflows, and alerts.

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What Gaia Dynamics is commonly used for

Gaia Dynamics is commonly evaluated in newer AI-native trade compliance and product classification software discussions.

Where US Tariff Rates fits

US tariff rates and HTS lookup for importer, broker, ecommerce, and developer workflows.
Classification assistance with full US duty-stack context, including base duty, Chapter 99 programs, Section 301, Section 232, Section 122 where applicable, MPF/HMF, and AD/CVD risk flags.
Tariff API, bulk lookup, watchlists, alerts, and source-backed monitoring for recurring product lines.

Comparison

Decision point	Gaia Dynamics	US Tariff Rates
Best US-focused fit	Evaluate current US HTS, duty-stack, API, and monitoring coverage.	HTS lookup, duty calculation, tariff API, bulk lookup, and tariff monitoring for US import workflows.
Data workflow	Compare source traceability, update cadence, and export/API access.	Source-backed US tariff data with lookup, bulk, API, freshness, and alert workflows.
Scope boundary	May fit broader classification, ecommerce, tax, or enterprise trade workflows depending on the vendor.	Focused US tariff intelligence, not a full global ERP or entry-filing platform.

Where US Tariff Rates is not a fit

Full global trade management, ERP, or customs brokerage operations replacement.
ABI entry filing, ACE account management, or customs broker system of record.
Exact AD/CVD entry liability from HTS code and country alone; written scope and entry facts still control.

FAQ

When is US Tariff Rates a Gaia Dynamics alternative?

Use US Tariff Rates when the core job is US tariff data, HTS lookup, duty calculation, tariff API access, bulk lookup, watchlists, and source-backed monitoring.

Is US Tariff Rates a full trade compliance suite?

No. It is focused on US tariff-rate intelligence and operational monitoring. It complements broader compliance suites when those teams need sharper US HTS and duty-stack workflows.