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Switzerland Tariff Rates 2026: 10% on US Imports

Updated 2026-09-14

Effective Rate

10%31%

As of 2026-09-14, US imports from Switzerland carry an effective tariff of about 10%. This combines the 10% 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. The rate fell from 31% 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 (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).

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Updated Feb 21, 2026: IEEPA tariff (was 31%) 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). Base rate 31% → 10%. 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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland at the published 31% IEEPA rate carried about $15,500 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

10%

was 31% (IEEPA)

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.

Rate dropped from 31% (IEEPA) to 10% (Section 122). Not EU member. No FTA with US.

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Switzerland Import Tariff Overview

Switzerland saw the largest tariff reduction in Europe from the SCOTUS ruling — its operative IEEPA rate of 15% (set by the Nov 14, 2025 US-Switzerland framework, down from a peak of 39% in Aug 2025) became the 10% Section 122 tariff, then the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (Switzerland is in the 10% tier) when Section 122 expired July 24, 2026. US imports from Switzerland total approximately $50B annually, dominated by pharmaceuticals (Novartis, Roche at 0% MFN) and luxury watches. The rate cut still improves the economics of Swiss non-pharma exports.

Switzerland is not an EU member and trades with the US under WTO MFN terms with no bilateral FTA. Despite its small size, Switzerland is one of the largest US trading partners due to its pharmaceutical giants (Novartis, Roche, which together represent some of the highest-value pharmaceutical exports to the US) and its dominant position in luxury watchmaking. Switzerland's IEEPA reciprocal rate had peaked at 39% in Aug 2025 before the Nov 14, 2025 US-Switzerland framework cut it to 15%, and the Section 122 replacement at 10% narrows the gap further. Switzerland's EFTA membership does not provide preferential US access.

Key Products Imported from Switzerland

Top imports include pharmaceuticals (Novartis, Roche), watches and clocks (Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe, TAG Heuer), precision instruments, gold and precious metals, chemicals, chocolate, and cheese (Gruyere, Emmental). Switzerland is the global center for luxury watchmaking and a pharmaceutical powerhouse.

Recent Changes

Feb 20, 2026: SCOTUS struck down IEEPA tariffs 6-3 — Switzerland's operative 15% IEEPA rate (set Nov 14, 2025, down from a 39% peak in Aug 2025) became the 10% Section 122 baseline (effective Feb 24), which expired July 24, 2026 and was replaced by the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (Switzerland is in the 10% tier), roughly a 5-point drop. 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). Swiss pharmaceuticals from Novartis and Roche continue to grow strongly; these enter at 0% MFN, so the forced-labor tariff is the only layer. Swiss watch exports to the US are more competitive at 10% versus the prior 15%. No FTA negotiations are currently active.

Tips for Importers

The tariff reduction helps Swiss exports. Pharmaceuticals from Novartis and Roche enter at 0% MFN duty, so the effective tariff dropped from the prior 15% IEEPA rate (down from a 39% peak) to just 10% — saving on high-value biologics and specialty drugs. Swiss watches (Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe) now face the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) plus MFN watch duties (varying by movement type and case material) instead of the prior 15% + MFN — accurate HTS classification remains critical. Gold and precious metals have specific HTS treatment that may limit tariff exposure. Swiss cheese (Gruyere, Emmental) faces the 10% forced-labor tariff plus MFN dairy TRQ rates. First-sale valuation is especially valuable for Swiss luxury watches purchased through distributors. Section 122 expired July 24, 2026 and was replaced by the 10% forced-labor tariff — plan inventory accordingly.

How Are US Tariffs on Switzerland Imports Calculated?

US import duties on goods from Switzerland are determined by multiple overlapping tariff authorities. The base layer is the 10% 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.

To calculate the total duty on a specific import from Switzerland, 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 Switzerland rates with other countries to evaluate sourcing alternatives.

Already importing from Switzerland? 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

How much did Swiss import tariffs drop after the SCOTUS ruling?

Switzerland's operative IEEPA rate going into the SCOTUS ruling was 15% (set by the Nov 14, 2025 US-Switzerland framework, down from a 39% peak in Aug 2025), and it became 10% under Section 122 — roughly a 5-point drop. Since July 1, 2026, Switzerland's 10% rate actually undercuts EU countries: the EU-US trade deal put most EU goods at a 15% all-inclusive ceiling, while non-EU Switzerland stays at the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026) alongside the UK.

How does the tariff reduction affect Novartis and Roche pharmaceutical imports?

Swiss pharmaceuticals enter at 0% MFN duty, making the base surcharge the only cost layer — and it dropped from the prior 15% IEEPA rate to 10% (now the Section 301 forced-labor tariff that replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026). For high-value biologics and specialty drugs worth billions annually, this reduction (from a peak IEEPA rate of 39% earlier in 2025) represents enormous savings. Novartis and Roche are among the largest pharmaceutical exporters to the US, and the lower tariff improves the economics of Swiss-manufactured drug production versus US-based alternatives.

Are Swiss watches from Rolex and Omega more affordable after the ruling?

Swiss watches now face the 10% Section 301 forced-labor tariff (which replaced Section 122 on July 24, 2026, down from the prior 15% IEEPA rate, which had peaked at 39% in Aug 2025) plus MFN watch duties that vary by movement type, case material, and band type. For a $10,000 Rolex, the reduction saves roughly $500 versus the 15% rate. First-sale valuation — using the manufacturer-to-distributor price — can further reduce the dutiable value for watches purchased through authorized distribution channels.

How high did Switzerland's IEEPA tariff get?

The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was calculated based on each country's own tariff barriers against US goods. A 31% figure was set for Switzerland only briefly in April 2025 (Switzerland actually got a 10% interim rate then), and the rate was raised to a 39% peak on Aug 7, 2025 before the Nov 14, 2025 US-Switzerland framework cut it to 15%. The Section 301 forced-labor tariff that replaced Section 122 (10% for Switzerland) eliminates this calculation methodology.

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.