France Tariff Rates 2026: 15% on US Imports
As of 2026-07-24, US imports from France carry an effective tariff of about 15%. This is the 15% all-inclusive ceiling under the EU-US trade deal, effective July 1, 2026 — it replaced the 10% Section 122 rate and does not stack: goods with an MFN rate of 15% or more pay MFN only, with Section 232 metals tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum charged separately (metals sit outside the 15% ceiling). Autos from France are now 15% (down from 27.5%), and pharmaceuticals and semiconductors are capped at 15%. The rate fell from 20% after the Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs in February 2026, so importers who paid the higher rate between April 2025 and February 2026 may qualify for refunds. The earlier 10% Section 122 tariff (in effect Feb 24 – June 30, 2026 for EU goods) was ruled unlawful by the Court of International Trade in May 2026 and remains under Federal Circuit appeal, but it no longer applies to EU-origin goods.
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France Import Tariff Overview
France is covered by the EU-US trade deal effective July 1, 2026: most French goods now face a 15% all-inclusive US tariff ceiling with no stacking — goods whose MFN rate is 15% or higher pay MFN only. This replaced the 10% Section 122 tariff that applied from Feb 24 to June 30, 2026. Airbus benefits most: from Sept 1, 2026, aircraft and aircraft parts revert to MFN-only rates (typically 0%). Steel and aluminum from the EU remain at 50% Section 232 on wholly-metal articles.
France is one of the US's largest European trading partners and an EU member trading under the bloc-wide EU-US deal terms. The trade relationship has been complicated by disputes over digital services taxes, agricultural subsidies, and the Airbus-Boeing conflict. France is a major aerospace supplier (Airbus has significant French operations in Toulouse) and the world's leading wine and spirits exporter. The Champagne region's protected designation of origin makes French sparkling wine a unique trade category.
Key Products Imported from France
Top imports include aircraft and aerospace components (Airbus), wine and spirits (Champagne, Bordeaux, Cognac), pharmaceuticals, perfumes and cosmetics, machinery, and luxury goods (LVMH, Hermes, Chanel). France is also a significant supplier of nuclear fuel and technology.
Recent Changes
The timeline: Feb 20, 2026 — SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs 6-3, dropping France from 20% to the 10% Section 122 rate (effective Feb 24). July 1, 2026 — the EU-US trade deal took effect, moving France onto a 15% all-inclusive ceiling with no stacking; goods with MFN rates of 15%+ pay MFN only. French autos are a flat 15% (in lieu of the 27.5% Section 232 regime) and pharmaceuticals are capped at 15%. Steel and aluminum from the EU remain at 50% Section 232, and alcoholic beverages remain subject to further negotiation. From Sept 1, 2026, aircraft and aircraft parts revert to MFN-only rates — a major win for Airbus. In exchange, the EU eliminated duties on US industrial goods July 1. The Boeing-Airbus dispute tariffs on French wine remain suspended, but French wine still faces a disadvantage versus Australian (AUSFTA duty-free) and Chilean (FTA duty-free) wines. France's digital services tax remains a bilateral tension point.
Tips for Importers
Under the EU deal, Champagne and Bordeaux now pay a flat 15% all-inclusive — the MFN wine duty no longer stacks on top, though alcoholic beverages are flagged for further negotiation and could see a carve-out. Australian and Chilean wines still enter duty-free under FTAs, maintaining a structural advantage. Airbus aircraft and aerospace components pay the 15% ceiling only until Sept 1, 2026, when aircraft and aircraft parts revert to MFN-only rates (typically 0%) — time deliveries accordingly. Pharmaceuticals are capped at 15%, with EU generics plus ingredients going MFN-only Sept 1. For LVMH, Hermes, and Chanel luxury goods, first-sale valuation can reduce the dutiable value when buying through distributors. Unlike Section 122 (which expires July 24, 2026 for non-EU countries), the EU deal rate has no built-in sunset.
How Are US Tariffs on France Imports Calculated?
US import duties on goods from France are determined by multiple overlapping tariff authorities. The base layer is the EU-US trade deal’s 15% all-inclusive ceiling, effective July 1, 2026, which replaced the 10% Section 122 rate for EU members. It does not stack: goods with an MFN rate of 15% or higher pay MFN only, while lower-MFN goods pay 15% total. Autos are 15% (down from 27.5%), and pharmaceuticals and semiconductors are capped at 15%. Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum apply to metals imports, outside the EU deal's 15% ceiling.
To calculate the total duty on a specific import from France, 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 France rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.
Already importing from France? If you paid the higher pre-SCOTUS IEEPA rate in 2025, you may be able to claim an IEEPA tariff refund. And if you re-export or manufacture with imported goods, duty drawback can recover up to 99% of the duties you paid — both are separate from the rates above.
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Rates by Product Sector
| Sector | Base Rate | Surcharge | Effective Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0% | +15% | 15% | EU-US deal 15% all-inclusive ceiling (July 1, 2026) |
| Clothing & Apparel | 16.5% | — | 16.5% | MFN ≥ 15% — pays MFN only under EU deal (no stacking) |
| Automobiles & Parts | 0% | +15% | 15% | EU-US deal: 15% in lieu of Section 232 autos (was 27.5%) |
| Steel & Aluminum | 0% | +50% | 50% | Section 232 50% — NOT covered by the EU deal 15% ceiling |
| Food & Agriculture | 5% | +10% | 15% | EU-US deal 15% all-inclusive ceiling (July 1, 2026) |
| Machinery & Equipment | 2.5% | +12.5% | 15% | EU-US deal 15% all-inclusive ceiling (July 1, 2026) |
| Pharmaceuticals | 0% | +15% | 15% | Capped at 15% under EU deal; generics/APIs go MFN-only Sept 1, 2026 |
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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.