US Section 232 Steel & Aluminum Tariffs – New Developments

Overview 

Following Delmar’s previous announcement, in a Federal Register Notice, The Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has extended the list of products imported into the US that will be subject to Section 232 tariff rates on steel and aluminum. 

 

Tariffs on Additional Products 

The additional products comprise mostly of household appliances.  

• These will attract a 50% tariff on the declared steel content when entered on or after 12:01 a.m. ET on June 23, 2025.  

• Products originating in the United Kingdom will be subject to 25% tariff only. 

The complete list of products affected by US HTS codes, along with additional guidance can be found here.  

BIS has also revised its Annex 1 to add the following additional steel derivative products: 

1. Combined refrigerator-freezers under HTSUS subheading 8418.10.00 
2. Small and large dryers under HTSUS subheadings 8451.21.00 and 8451.29.00 
3. Washing machines under HTSUS subheadings 8450.11.00 and 8450.20.00 
4. Dishwashers under HTSUS subheading 8422.11.00 
5. Chest and upright freezers under HTSUS subheadings 8418.30.00 and 8418.40.00 
6. Cooking stoves, ranges, and ovens under HTSUS subheading 8516.60.40 
7. Food waste disposals under HTSUS subheading 8509.80.20 
8. Welded wire rack under statistical reporting number 9403.99.9020 

 

Important Information for Importers 

Importers should note the following: 

• Upon import, affected products must indicate the steel or aluminum content by kilogram, value and indicate the original country of melt and pour (or cast). 

• Imports subject to US Section 232 Steel & Aluminum tariffs are not subject to additional IEPPA Reciprocal tariffs.  

• Most products classified under HTSUS Chapter 98 will be subject to Section 232 tariffs if the steel or aluminum content is not from the US. Please see CSMS #42355735 for details. 

• Effective with entry on or after June 28, 2025, failure to identify the country of melt and cast (reporting a country of "Unknown") will result in a US Customs application of the current 200% tariff for Russia origin aluminum. Please see CSMS #65340246. 

• For both steel and aluminum imports, importers are reminded to source and retain current producer certificates to support claims made to US Customs. 

 

Affected importers are strongly encouraged to clarify their understanding of these tariffs, along with any updated developments prior to import. 

 

Delmar Support 

Our North American Customs Advisory Services Department is available to assist importers with related questions. Delmar will continue to provide pertinent updates as they become available.   

 

For additional information and assistance, please contact your local Delmar Representative.