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Peru Tariff Rates 2026: 12.5% on US Imports

Updated 2026-09-14US-Peru TPA

Effective Rate

12.5%

As of 2026-09-14, US imports from Peru 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-Peru TPA 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 Peru 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 Peru 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 — Peru is in the 12.5% tier.

Peru Import Tariff Overview

Peru benefits from the US-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement, which eliminates tariffs on the vast majority of qualifying goods. The 12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) applies only to products outside TPA coverage, keeping Peru among the most tariff-advantaged sourcing origins.

The US-Peru TPA has been in effect since 2009 and provides duty-free access for most Peruvian exports. Annual US imports from Peru total approximately $10B. Peru is a significant US partner in the Andean region and a participant in APEC trade frameworks.

Key Products Imported from Peru

Top imports from Peru include gold, copper, fresh produce (asparagus, blueberries, grapes, avocados), apparel, coffee, zinc, and seafood. Peru is the world's largest exporter of asparagus and a top producer of blueberries and quinoa.

Recent Changes

Feb 20, 2026: SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs; Peru's TPA continues to provide duty-free access for qualifying goods. The Section 301 forced-labor tariff (12.5% for Peru, replacing the expired 10% Section 122 baseline on July 24, 2026) applies to the small set of non-TPA products. Peru's fresh produce exports to the US continue growing, benefiting from counter-seasonal patterns. The TPA is stable with no renegotiation planned.

Tips for Importers

Maximize the US-Peru TPA by ensuring all qualifying goods have proper certificates of origin. Peru's counter-seasonal growing calendar (Southern Hemisphere) makes it strategic for year-round blueberry, grape, and asparagus supply. Copper and gold should be classified to capture zero-duty TPA treatment. With the Section 301 forced-labor tariff now in force (12.5% on Peru's non-TPA goods), Peru's TPA advantage over non-FTA Asian suppliers has grown even more valuable.

How Are US Tariffs on Peru Imports Calculated?

US import duties on goods from Peru 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. Peru benefits from the US-Peru TPA, 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 Peru, 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 Peru rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.

Already importing from Peru? 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peruvian asparagus subject to US tariffs?

No. Fresh asparagus from Peru qualifies for 0% duty under the US-Peru TPA. Peru is the world's largest asparagus exporter, and the TPA's duty-free treatment is a key factor in maintaining this position against Mexican competition.

How do Peruvian blueberries compare in tariff treatment to Chilean?

Both enter duty-free — Peruvian blueberries under the US-Peru TPA and Chilean under the US-Chile FTA. The competitive advantage between them comes down to seasonality, logistics costs, and production capacity rather than tariff rates.

Does Peruvian copper face import tariffs?

Most refined and unrefined copper from Peru enters duty-free under the TPA. This makes Peru a strategically important copper source as the US expands EV and renewable energy infrastructure requiring large copper volumes.

Are Peruvian textiles competitive after the SCOTUS ruling?

Peruvian apparel qualifying under the TPA enters duty-free, while Asian competitors face the 10% or 12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) plus high base apparel rates (averaging 16.5%). Peru's pima cotton textiles have a significant tariff advantage over Bangladeshi and Vietnamese garments.

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.