Question 1

How does the landed cost calculator work?

Accepted Answer

Enter your HTS code, country of origin, and product value. The calculator adds the base duty rate, any Section 301/232/reciprocal surcharges, Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) to give you the total landed cost.

Question 2

What fees are included in the calculation?

Accepted Answer

Base duty (ad valorem or specific), Section 301 tariffs (China), Section 232 tariffs (steel/aluminum), reciprocal tariffs, MPF (0.3464% with min/max caps), and HMF (0.125% for ocean shipments). The calculator shows each line item separately.

Question 3

Are the tariff rates up to date?

Accepted Answer

Rates are updated whenever US trade policy changes — including new executive orders, Section 301 exclusions, and Federal Register notices. We track the Harmonized Tariff Schedule maintained by the US International Trade Commission.

Question 4

Can I calculate duties for products from China?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The calculator automatically applies Section 301 surcharges (up to 25%) on top of the base MFN duty rate for China-origin goods. It also shows any product-specific exclusions that may apply.

Question 5

What is the Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF)?

Accepted Answer

MPF is a customs fee of 0.3464% of the declared value, with a minimum of $31.67 and maximum of $614.35 per entry. It applies to most formal entries (shipments over $2,500).

Question 6

What is an HTS code?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

How are US tariff rates determined?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

What are Section 301 tariffs?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

How do I find the tariff rate for my product?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

What is a landed cost?

Accepted Answer

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.

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