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Tariff Resource Updates

Updated: April 29, 2025

Intro: Tariffs

We understand that no one likes to hear about price increases, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience these changes may cause. Unfortunately, these adjustments are the direct result of recently imposed government tariffs, which have significantly raised the cost of imported goods.

Please know that we are doing everything we can to limit the impact as much as possible and keep prices fair. That said, some changes are unavoidable. We truly appreciate your understanding and continued support during this time.


Tariff rates on Chinese goods:

HTS
Number
Item Type Duty
Rate
2018
Section
301 Tariff
2025
IEEPA
Tariff
2025
Reciprocal
Tariff
Total
Tariffs
8513.10.20 Flashlights 12.5% 0% 20% 125% 157.5%
8506.50.90 Lithium Primary Battery 2.7% 25% 20% 125% 172.7%
8507.60.00 Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery 3.4% 7.5% 20% 125% 155.9%
8506.10.00 Alkaline Battery 2.7% 25% 20% 125% 172.7%
8504.40.95 Battery Charger 0.3% 25% 20% 125% 170.3%
8507.50.00 NiMH Rechargeable Battery 3.4% 25% 20% 125% 173.4%
8507.30.00 NiCD Rechargeable Battery 2.5% 7.5% 20% 125% 155%

April 10, 2025 Updates

On April 9, 2025, full country-specific tariffs went into effect in the United States. In response to the United States' tariffs going into effect, China announced an additional 50% tariff reciprocation on American goods entering the country. Later, the White House announced the amended tariffs on trade surplus countries would be paused for 90 days. China was exempt from this pause, and the White House increased tariffs on Chinese goods from 84% to 125%.

The blanket 10% tariffs on products entering the United States announced prior continue to be in effect, as well as the 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico. The White House later clarified that the tariffs on China total 145%, which went into effect April 10, 2025.


April 8, 2025 Updates

On April 4, 2025, China implemented reciprocal tariffs on American goods. On April 5, 2025, the blanket tariff rate hike of 10% by the US on all imported products went into effect. On April 8, 2025, the White House amended the tariff rate on China, raising it from 34% to 84%.

Executive Order Annex I

Executive Order Annex II

Executive Order Annex III


April 2, 2025 Updates

On April 2, 2025, the U.S. Government announced wide-reaching tariffs to be implemented on a variety of imported products and components. We are still evaluating the impact this will have on the supply chain and the end costs of our customers.

Check back soon for more specific information on the cost effects of the April 2, 2025 updates to U.S. tariff policy.


March 4, 2025 Updates

On March 3, 2025, the U.S. Government began implementing tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

With an executive order, the White House imposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico. An additional 10% - 20% tariff rate was levied against Chinese imports. This became effective March 4, 2025.


February 4, 2025 Updates

On February 4, 2025, the White House invoked the powers of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose additional tariffs on many types of imports from China.

This action levied an increased 10% tariff on Chinese imports in addition to any current tariffs.


January 1, 2025 Updates

On January 1, 2025, the tariff rate on imported semiconductors (accordant to HTS subheadings 8541 and 8542) was increased from 25% to 50%.

The following document from the U.S. International Trade Commission contains a registry of all the HTS product/component subheadings affected: Click Here to Download


July 2018 (Section 301) Updates

Beginning in July 2018, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has imposed a 25% tariff on certain China-related products imported to the United States under Section 301 of the Tariff Act of 1930.

This applies to all products classified under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) of the United States with China as the country of origin.

301 Tariffs Effective July 6, 2018

301 Tariffs Effective August 23, 2018

301 Tariffs Effective May 10, 2019

301 Tariffs Effective February 14, 2020


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if a product is subject to a tariff surcharge?

We will display a message on the product's page to denote whether a tariff fee is applicable to that product.

How do I determine the amount of the tariff surcharge on a product?

The amount will show in your shopping cart as a Tariff Surcharge.

Am I charged the tariff if I am tax exempt?

Yes, tax exemptions do not apply to Federal Tariff charges.

What products are impacted by the new tariffs?

All products not made in the USA.

Where do I find more information about Section 301 tariffs?

Where do I find more information about the IEEPA tariffs?


We'll keep you updated on this developing situation and will continue to keep working to bring you the best products at the best prices!