Adam C

The temporary Section 122 import surcharge expired at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on July 24, 2026. At nearly the same moment, a new group of Section 301 tariffs became effective on imports from 60 economies.

Importers are facing a more complicated duty environment than ever. Normal customs duty is only one part of the total cost. Many importers may also face Section 301 tariffs, Section 232 steel or aluminum duties, antidumping and countervailing duties, merchandise processing fees, harbor maintenance fees, and other CBP charges.

Customs refunds are changing. U.S. Customs and Border Protection now issues refunds electronically through Automated Clearing House, commonly called ACH, subject to limited exceptions. This change affects importers, customs brokers, suppliers, sureties, drawback claimants, foreign trade zone operators, and other parties that may receive customs related refunds from CBP.