Germany Tariff Rates 2026: 10% on US Imports
As of 2026-06-14, US imports from Germany carry an effective tariff of about 10%. This combines the 10% Section 122 baseline applied to all countries, with Section 232 metals tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum charged separately. 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 10% Section 122 tariff was ruled unlawful by the Court of International Trade in May 2026, but a Federal Circuit stay is keeping it in force pending appeal; absent that, it is set to expire around July 24, 2026.
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Germany Import Tariff Overview
Germany now faces a 10% Section 122 tariff (effective Feb 24, 2026), down from 20% under the struck-down IEEPA regime. As the EU's largest economy and the top European exporter to the US at ~$160B annually, the 10-point rate cut is significant for machinery, vehicles, and chemicals — though Section 232 metals tariffs apply at 50% on articles wholly of steel/aluminum and 25% on derivative products (both on full customs value, after the April 6, 2026 restructuring).
Germany is the EU's largest economy and the US's largest European trading partner, with approximately $160B in annual US imports. There is no US-EU FTA, and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations collapsed in 2016. Trade tensions have centered on automobiles, agricultural standards, and digital services taxes. BMW's Spartanburg, SC plant is the largest BMW factory in the world by volume, and Mercedes operates a major assembly complex in Tuscaloosa, AL. Volkswagen assembles vehicles in Chattanooga, TN.
Key Products Imported from Germany
Top imports include passenger vehicles (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Porsche), machinery and industrial equipment, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, optical and medical instruments, and aircraft parts. Germany is the world's third-largest exporter and a leader in precision engineering and advanced manufacturing.
Recent Changes
Feb 20, 2026: Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs 6-3 — Germany's rate dropped from 20% to 10% under Section 122 (effective Feb 24, expires ~July 24, 2026). The 10% Section 122 layer is contested: the Court of International Trade ruled it unlawful May 7, 2026, and the Federal Circuit stayed that ruling June 11, 2026, so CBP keeps collecting it pending appeal. Section 232 metals tariffs apply at 50% on articles wholly of steel/aluminum and 25% on derivative articles such as auto parts and machinery components (both on full customs value, after the April 6, 2026 restructuring). EU retaliatory tariffs on US goods (bourbon, Harley-Davidson) remain in effect but may be revisited given the lower US rate. German automakers BMW, Mercedes, and Volkswagen continue expanding US manufacturing to hedge against tariff volatility.
Tips for Importers
Many German manufacturers have US production facilities — BMW Spartanburg, Mercedes Tuscaloosa, VW Chattanooga — check whether your supplier offers domestically built alternatives to avoid the 10% Section 122 tariff entirely. For imported vehicles, the total is now 2.5% MFN + 10% Section 122 = 12.5% (down from 22.5%). Pharmaceuticals enter at 0% MFN, so the 10% Section 122 is the only layer. For machinery, accurate HTS classification remains critical. The Section 122 tariff expires ~July 24, 2026 — plan inventory accordingly.
How Are US Tariffs on Germany Imports Calculated?
US import duties on goods from Germany are determined by multiple overlapping tariff authorities. The base layer is the Section 122 tariff at 10%, which applies to all countries and is set to expire around July 24, 2026. (The Court of International Trade ruled this tariff unlawful in May 2026; it remains collected under a Federal Circuit stay while the government’s appeal proceeds.) Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and 50% on aluminum apply to metals imports, regardless of the Section 122 rate.
To calculate the total duty on a specific import from Germany, use our tariff calculator or landed cost calculator for a complete estimate including Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF). You can also compare Germany rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.
Already importing from Germany? 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.
Rates by Product Sector
| Sector | Base Rate | Surcharge | Effective Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0% | — | Free | — |
| Clothing & Apparel | 16.5% | — | 16.5% | — |
| Automobiles & Parts | 2.5% | — | 2.5% | — |
| Steel & Aluminum | 0% | +50% | 50% | Section 232 50% (doubled June 2025) |
| Food & Agriculture | 5% | — | 5% | — |
| Machinery & Equipment | 2.5% | — | 2.5% | — |
| Pharmaceuticals | 0% | — | Free | 100% on patented pharma |
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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.