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Chile Tariff Rates 2026: 12.5% on US Imports

Updated 2026-09-14US-Chile FTA

Effective Rate

12.5%

As of 2026-09-14, US imports from Chile carry an effective tariff of about 12.5%. This combines the 12.5% Section 301 forced-labor baseline (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) applied to countries without a separate deal, with Section 232 metals tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum charged separately. Goods qualifying under the US-Chile FTA may enter with reduced or zero base duty, though the forced-labor tariff still applies. The 10% Section 122 tariff (effective Feb 24, 2026) expired at its 150-day limit on July 24, 2026 and was replaced the same day by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff (10%, or 12.5% for higher-tier economies).

Last verified September 14, 2026 · Source: USITC HTS · Section 122 / 301 / 232 · run your exact numbers

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Updated Feb 21, 2026: IEEPA tariff (was 10%) struck down by SCOTUS Feb 20. Replaced by the 10% Section 122 tariff (Feb 24), which expired at its 150-day limit on July 24, 2026 and was replaced the same day by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff (10% or 12.5% by economy). Section 122 expired July 24, 2026 and was replaced by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff.

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Paid IEEPA duty on imports from Chile in 2025–early 2026?

The Supreme Court struck down IEEPA reciprocal (and fentanyl/trafficking) tariffs on February 20, 2026. The Importer of Record — or the licensed broker who filed the original entries — can seek that IEEPA layer back through CBP’s CAPE process. This is not a consumer check, and it is not a guaranteed amount.

Who can file: the original Importer of Record (or that entry’s filing broker), not the retail customer.
Window: IEEPA duties collected from early 2025 through February 24, 2026 (reciprocal rates generally from April 2025; China/Canada/Mexico fentanyl layers started earlier).
Not refundable: Section 232 (steel/aluminum/autos), China Section 301, MFN base duty, or the current Section 301 forced-labor tariff / EU 15% deal rate.

Illustrative example only: $50,000 of IEEPA-period imports from Chile at the published 10% IEEPA rate carried about $5,000 of IEEPA duty. That IEEPA layer — plus statutory interest (6–7% compounded daily under 19 CFR 24.36) — is what CAPE can refund. Your actual figure comes from your 7501s, not this example.

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Forced-Labor Tariff

12.5%

232 Steel

50%

232 Aluminum

50%

Section 232 rates shown apply to articles wholly of steel, aluminum, or copper. Since the April 6, 2026 restructuring, qualifying derivative products are dutied at 25% on their full customs value rather than 50%. Verify your product’s classification — the exact 232 treatment depends on HTS code and metal content.

Section 122 (10%, Feb 24–Jul 24) expired July 24, 2026, replaced by the Section 301 forced-labor tariff — Chile is in the 12.5% tier.

Chile Import Tariff Overview

Chile benefits from the US-Chile Free Trade Agreement, which eliminates tariffs on virtually all goods. The 12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) applies only to the narrow set of non-FTA-covered products, giving Chile one of the lowest effective tariff positions among US trading partners.

The US-Chile FTA has been in effect since 2004 and covers over 99% of bilateral trade in goods. Chile is one of the most trade-open economies in the world, with FTAs covering over 60 countries. Annual US imports from Chile total approximately $16B.

Key Products Imported from Chile

Top imports from Chile include copper and copper products, fresh fruit (grapes, blueberries, cherries), wine, lithium, salmon and seafood, and wood products. Chile is the world's largest copper producer and a growing lithium supplier critical for EV batteries.

Recent Changes

Feb 20, 2026: SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs; Chile's rate unchanged since FTA covers 99%+ of goods. The Section 301 forced-labor tariff (12.5% for Chile, replacing the expired 10% Section 122 baseline on July 24, 2026) applies to the small remainder. Chile's lithium exports are growing as the US prioritizes critical minerals for EV batteries. Section 232 tariffs apply to Chilean metals at 50% on articles wholly of steel/aluminum and 25% on derivative products (both on full customs value, after the April 6, 2026 restructuring).

Tips for Importers

Nearly all Chilean goods qualify for duty-free entry under the FTA — maintain proper certificates of origin. Chilean lithium and copper may qualify for critical minerals provisions under recent US legislation, providing additional incentives beyond the FTA. Chile's counter-seasonal fruit growing cycle makes it a strategic year-round produce supplier. Compare Chilean wine pricing with Australian (AUSFTA duty-free) and New Zealand (12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariff) alternatives.

How Are US Tariffs on Chile Imports Calculated?

US import duties on goods from Chile are determined by multiple overlapping tariff authorities. The base layer is the 12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariff, which replaced the expired 10% Section 122 tariff on July 24, 2026 and applies to most countries without a separate trade deal. Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum apply to metals imports, regardless of the forced-labor tariff. Chile benefits from the US-Chile FTA, which can eliminate MFN base duties on qualifying goods — though the forced-labor tariff still applies on top of FTA preferences.

To calculate the total duty on a specific import from Chile, use our US import duty calculator or landed cost calculator for a complete estimate including Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF). You can also compare Chile rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.

Already importing from Chile? If you paid IEEPA duty in 2025–early 2026, start with how to claim an IEEPA refund, the tariff-refunds hub, and CAPE refund status. And if you re-export or manufacture with imported goods, duty drawback can recover up to 99% of eligible duties — a separate program from CAPE.

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Browse Chile Tariffs by Product Category

Ch. 27: Mineral Fuels, Oils0.5% avg MFN Ch. 30: Pharmaceutical Products0% avg MFN Ch. 39: Plastics4.2% avg MFN Ch. 61: Knitted or Crocheted Clothing14.5% avg MFN Ch. 62: Woven Clothing12% avg MFN Ch. 72: Iron and Steel1.8% avg MFN Ch. 73: Articles of Iron or Steel3.5% avg MFN Ch. 84: Machinery2% avg MFN Ch. 85: Electrical Machinery2.5% avg MFN Ch. 87: Vehicles (not Railway)2.5% avg MFN

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chilean wine subject to US import tariffs?

Most Chilean wines qualify for 0% duty under the US-Chile FTA. This makes Chilean wine significantly more cost-competitive than French or Italian wines (15% all-inclusive under the EU-US trade deal effective July 1, 2026) or New Zealand wines (12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariff plus MFN wine duties).

How does Chile's lithium enter the US market?

Chilean lithium exports may qualify for duty-free FTA treatment and can also benefit from US critical minerals provisions designed to support EV battery supply chains. Chile holds the world's largest lithium reserves and is the second-largest producer.

What percentage of Chilean goods are covered by the FTA?

Over 99% of bilateral trade is covered by the US-Chile FTA, making it one of the most comprehensive US trade agreements. Only a very narrow range of products falls outside FTA coverage and faces the 12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026).

Are Chilean fresh fruits competitive versus Mexican produce?

Chilean grapes, blueberries, and cherries enter duty-free under the FTA, similar to Mexican produce under USMCA. Chile's advantage is counter-seasonal growing — it supplies the US during winter months when North American production is limited.

Note: Rates shown do not include potential anti-dumping or countervailing duties (AD/CVD), which may apply to specific products and can significantly increase total duty. Consult a customs broker for product-specific rates.