Italy Tariff Rates 2026: 15% on US Imports
As of 2026-07-24, US imports from Italy 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 Italy 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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Italy Import Tariff Overview
Italy is covered by the EU-US trade deal effective July 1, 2026: most Italian goods now face a 15% all-inclusive US tariff ceiling with no stacking — and goods whose MFN rate is already 15% or higher (much of Italian fashion) pay MFN only, with no surcharge. This replaced the 10% Section 122 tariff that applied from Feb 24 to June 30, 2026. Ferrari and Lamborghini now enter at a flat 15% (in lieu of the 27.5% Section 232 auto regime), pharmaceuticals are capped at 15%, and steel and aluminum from the EU remain at 50% Section 232 on wholly-metal articles.
Italy is one of the top EU exporters to the US, with a strong trade presence in fashion, food and beverage, machinery, and pharmaceuticals. As an EU member, Italy trades under the bloc-wide EU-US deal terms and cannot negotiate independently. Italy's manufacturing excellence in sectors like precision machinery, automotive (Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati), and fashion (Gucci, Prada, Armani) drives premium exports. The Made in Italy brand commands significant price premiums in US consumer markets.
Key Products Imported from Italy
Top imports include pharmaceuticals, machinery, wine and olive oil, fashion and luxury goods, auto parts and vehicles (Ferrari, Lamborghini), cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino), pasta, and marble and stone products. Italy is a global leader in fashion, food, and design-driven manufacturing.
Recent Changes
The timeline: Feb 20, 2026 — SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs 6-3, dropping Italy from 20% to the 10% Section 122 rate (effective Feb 24). July 1, 2026 — the EU-US trade deal took effect, moving Italy off Section 122 and onto a 15% all-inclusive ceiling with no stacking; goods with MFN rates of 15%+ pay MFN only. Ferrari and Lamborghini vehicles now enter at a flat 15% (in lieu of the 27.5% Section 232 auto regime), pharmaceuticals and semiconductors are capped at 15%, and steel and aluminum from the EU remain at 50% Section 232. Alcoholic beverages remain subject to further negotiation. From Sept 1, 2026, aircraft and aircraft parts, generic pharmaceuticals plus ingredients and precursors, and unavailable natural resources (including cork) revert to MFN-only. In exchange, the EU eliminated duties on US industrial goods July 1. Italian food products (Parmigiano-Reggiano, olive oil, wine) that previously faced Airbus-dispute tariffs remain free of those surcharges. Italy's pharmaceutical exports to the US continue growing significantly.
Tips for Importers
Under the EU deal, Italian food imports pay a flat 15% all-inclusive — Parmigiano-Reggiano, olive oil, and wine no longer have MFN duties stacking on top of a surcharge, and any product whose MFN rate is 15% or higher (some over-quota cheeses) pays MFN only. For fashion and luxury goods (Gucci, Prada, Armani), note that apparel MFN rates averaging 16.5% exceed the 15% ceiling — those garments pay MFN only, with no EU-deal surcharge at all; first-sale valuation can further reduce the dutiable value on high-margin products. Ferrari and Lamborghini vehicles pay a flat 15% total. Pharmaceuticals are capped at 15%, with EU generics plus ingredients going MFN-only Sept 1, 2026. Unlike Section 122 (which expires July 24, 2026 for non-EU countries), the EU deal rate has no built-in sunset — plan inventory on the 15% ceiling.
How Are US Tariffs on Italy Imports Calculated?
US import duties on goods from Italy 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 Italy, 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 Italy rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.
Already importing from Italy? 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.