Section 301 Tariff Rates on Chinese Imports: Complete Rate Schedule

What Are the Section 301 Tariff Rates on Chinese Imports?

Section 301 tariffs on Chinese-origin goods range from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the product's tariff list and category. Lists 1, 2, and 3 carry a 25% rate covering most industrial machinery, electronics components, and chemicals. List 4A carries a 7.5% rate on consumer goods like apparel and furniture. Strategic products face elevated rates following the 2024 review: electric vehicles at 100%, solar cells at 50%, and EV batteries at 25%.

How Do I Determine Which Section 301 List Applies to My Product?

Each Section 301 list covers specific HTS codes. You need to identify your product's 8-digit HTS classification and check it against the USTR Section 301 tariff action page, which publishes the complete HTS code lists for each tranche. If your HTS code appears on a list, the corresponding tariff rate applies on top of the standard MFN duty rate.

Section 301 tariffs have been in effect since July 2018, when the first tranche imposed a 25% tariff on $34 billion worth of Chinese goods. Over four rounds of escalation and one partial rollback under the Phase One trade deal, the tariffs now cover approximately $550 billion in Chinese imports, representing the vast majority of U.S. goods trade with China.

These tariffs survived the February 2026 Supreme Court ruling that struck down IEEPA tariffs, because Section 301 rests on separate statutory authority (Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974). They remain in full force.

Last updated: March 2026

Complete Section 301 Rate Schedule by List

Original Lists (2018-2019)

List	Effective Date	Original Rate	Current Rate	Trade Value Covered	Products
List 1	July 6, 2018	25%	25%	$34 billion	Industrial machinery, nuclear reactors, aircraft parts, medical devices, chemicals
List 2	August 23, 2018	25%	25%	$16 billion	Semiconductors, chemicals, plastics, motorbikes, railway equipment
List 3	September 24, 2018	10% → 25%	25%	$200 billion	Broad coverage: furniture, auto parts, building materials, textiles, food products
List 4A	September 1, 2019	15% → 7.5%	7.5%	$125 billion	Consumer goods: apparel, footwear, electronics accessories, toys
List 4B	Suspended	N/A	N/A	~$175 billion	Suspended under Phase One deal; never took effect. Covers smartphones, laptops

Key consumer exemptions: Smartphones (HTS 8517.13) and laptops (HTS 8471.30) remain on the suspended List 4B and are not subject to Section 301 tariffs.

2024 Rate Increases (Four-Year Review)

Following the statutory four-year review, USTR significantly increased tariffs on strategic product categories. These rate increases are in addition to the existing List 1-4A base rates:

Product Category	Previous Rate	New Rate	Effective Date
Electric vehicles (BEVs and PHEVs)	25%	100%	September 27, 2024
EV lithium-ion batteries	7.5%	25%	September 27, 2024
Non-EV lithium-ion batteries	7.5%	25%	January 1, 2026
Solar cells and modules	25%	50%	September 27, 2024
Semiconductors and related	25%	50%	January 1, 2025
Steel and aluminum products	0-7.5%	25%	September 27, 2024
Ship-to-shore gantry cranes	0%	25%	September 27, 2024
Syringes and needles	0%	100%	September 27, 2024
Surgical/non-surgical masks	0-7.5%	25% (50% in 2026)	September 27, 2024
Medical gloves (non-surgical)	7.5%	25%	January 1, 2026
Critical minerals (natural graphite, permanent magnets)	0%	25%	January 1, 2026

How Section 301 Stacks with Other Tariffs

Section 301 tariffs stack on top of other duty layers. For Chinese-origin goods, the full duty stack can include:

Layer	Rate	Stacking Rule
MFN base duty	Varies by HTS code	Always applies
Section 301	7.5% to 100%	Applies to Chinese-origin goods on Lists 1-4A
Section 122	10%	Stacks with Section 301 (does not replace)
Section 232	25% to 50%	If product is Section 232-covered, Section 122 does not apply; Section 301 still applies
AD/CVD	Varies	Stacks on top of everything

Example: A Chinese steel product on Section 301 List 1 could face: MFN base (0%) + Section 301 (25%) + Section 232 steel (50%). The Section 122 surcharge would not apply because Section 232 takes primacy over Section 122, but Section 301 still stacks.

GingerControl's Tariff Calculator handles all stacking rules for Chinese-origin goods. Enter your HTS code, select China as the country of origin, and see every duty layer with a transparent breakdown.

How to Determine If Your HTS Code Is Subject to Section 301

Follow these steps:

Identify your product's HTS code at the 8-digit level using the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule
Check the HTS code against USTR's Section 301 lists at the USTR tariff actions page
Verify whether any exclusions apply to your specific product. Active exclusions are published in the Federal Register and on the USTR website. As of March 2026, 178 product exclusions have been extended through November 10, 2026.
Check for 2024 review rate increases if your product falls into one of the strategic categories (EVs, batteries, solar, semiconductors, steel/aluminum, medical products, critical minerals)

GingerControl is a trade compliance AI platform that helps importers, exporters, and customs brokers classify products, simulate tariff costs, and track policy changes. The Tariff Calculator automatically identifies applicable Section 301 rates based on HTS code and country of origin.

Section 301 Exclusion Process

USTR maintains an exclusion process that allows importers to request relief from Section 301 tariffs for specific products. To qualify, importers must demonstrate that the product is not available from domestic or non-Chinese sources, or that the tariff causes severe economic harm.

Key details on the current exclusion status:

178 product exclusions have been extended through November 10, 2026, following the U.S.-China tariff truce
Machinery exclusions under HTS Chapters 84 and 85 have a separate electronic portal for exclusion requests
14 solar manufacturing equipment exclusions were granted retroactively to January 1, 2024
Exclusion requests are evaluated product-by-product; there is no blanket exclusion process

FAQ

Do Section 301 tariffs apply to all Chinese imports?

Nearly all, but not quite. Section 301 tariffs cover products on Lists 1, 2, 3, and 4A, representing approximately $550 billion in trade. Products on the suspended List 4B (including smartphones and laptops) are not subject to Section 301 tariffs. Products with active exclusions are also temporarily exempt.

What is the Section 301 rate on consumer electronics from China?

It depends on the product. Consumer electronics on List 4A (e.g., some accessories) face 7.5%. Semiconductors face 50% (as of January 2025). Smartphones and laptops are exempt (List 4B suspended). Industrial electronics on Lists 1 or 2 face 25%. Check your specific HTS code against the lists.

Are Section 301 tariffs being removed as part of U.S.-China negotiations?

As of March 2026, Section 301 tariffs remain in full force. The November 2025 U.S.-China tariff truce reduced IEEPA-related fentanyl tariffs from 20% to 10% and extended Section 301 exclusions, but did not reduce the underlying Section 301 rates.

Can I get a Section 301 exclusion for my product?

USTR maintains an exclusion request process, but approvals are limited. You must demonstrate that the product is not available from domestic or non-Chinese sources. The process involves filing through the USTR portal, a public comment period, and case-by-case evaluation.

How do Section 301 tariffs affect sourcing decisions?

Section 301 tariffs have accelerated supply chain diversification away from China. Mexico became the largest U.S. trade partner in 2024, and Vietnam, India, and other Southeast Asian countries have seen significant increases in export volumes to the U.S. as companies shift production. However, many products remain difficult to source outside China, especially in electronics and specialized manufacturing.

Can GingerControl show which Section 301 list my product is on?

Yes. Enter your HTS code in GingerControl's Tariff Calculator and select China as the country of origin. The calculator identifies the applicable Section 301 list and rate, along with all other tariff layers.

Calculate Your Section 301 Duties

With rates ranging from 7.5% to 100% and multiple tariff layers stacking on top, accurate duty calculation for Chinese imports is essential. GingerControl's Tariff Calculator covers the full stack: MFN base duty, Section 301 (all lists), Section 232, Section 122, and AD/CVD, with transparent breakdowns for every HTS code. Try it free →

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References

[REF 1] USTR — Section 301 Tariff Actions and Exclusion Process Data cited: List 1-4A coverage, HTS code lists, exclusion portal Source: USTR Published: Current

[REF 2] White & Case — Section 301 Tariff Increases Finalized Data cited: 2024 rate increases (EVs 100%, solar 50%, semiconductors 50%, batteries 25%), effective dates, exclusion changes Source: White & Case Published: September 2024

[REF 3] Dorsey — Section 301 Tariffs and Increased Duty Rates Data cited: Lists 1/2/3 at 25%, List 4A at 7.5%, List 4B suspended, $550 billion coverage Source: Dorsey Published: May 2024

[REF 4] China Briefing — US-China Tariff Rates Data cited: Timeline of tariff actions, Phase One reductions, 178 exclusion extensions through November 2026 Source: China Briefing Published: March 2026

[REF 5] BDO — USTR Finalizes Section 301 Tariff Hikes Data cited: Strategic product tariff increases, effective dates, machinery exclusion portal Source: BDO Published: September 2024