The White House has issued the executive orders confirming the previously announced adjustments to the fentanyl-related IEEPA tariff rate on certain China-origin goods and the reciprocal tariff deal struck last week by Presidents Trump and Xi.
Key Points in the Fentanyl-Related IEEPA Tariff
- The additional tariff rate will be reduced from 20% to 10%, effective November 10th, 2025. The change will apply to entries entered for consumption or withdrawn from warehouse on or after 12:01 AM ET, November 10th, 2025
- This applies to goods currently subject to the 20% rate under Executive Order 14195, as amended
- The Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) will be updated to reflect the new 10% rate under heading 9903.01.24
- US agencies (including DHS and CBP) will continue to monitor China’s implementation of its commitments related to reducing fentanyl precursor exports
- If China does not follow through on these commitments, the tariff rate may be reconsidered or increased in the future
- No other tariff programs (e.g. Section 301) are changed by this order. These may still apply in addition to the adjusted IEEPA rate
- You can see the EO here: Fentanyl EO
Key Points in the Reciprocal Tariff EO
- The previously announced heightened reciprocal tariffs on imports from China will remain suspended for an additional period
- The suspension will remain in effect until 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on November 10th, 2026
- During this period, imports from China will continue to be subject to the 10% reciprocal tariff rate, rather than the previously authorized higher rate
- China has committed to:
- Suspend or eliminate export controls on rare earth elements and other critical minerals
- Remove or pause retaliatory tariffs on US agricultural products (including soybeans, sorghum, and logs)
- Address measures taken against US semiconductor companies
- Extend its market-based tariff exclusion process for US imports until November 10th, 2026
- US agencies will monitor China’s compliance. If China does not follow through, the suspension may be revisited
- You can see the EO here: Reciprocal Tariff EO
If you need support, we can assist you with:
- Tariff impact audits under the revised rates
- Alternate sourcing and compliance scenario mapping
- Drawback evaluations for goods re-exported or destroyed
Simply contact us and we can connect.
Looking Ahead: IEEPA Tariff Review
Today, the Supreme Court will begin reviewing challenges to the IEEPA-based tariffs. At this point, the most important action for importers is to monitor liquidation dates to preserve refund eligibility if refunds become available. If you have questions on this or any logistics topic, please contact your local office for support.
