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US Tariffs on Edible Fruits and Nuts from New Zealand — 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%
Section 122 Base
10%
Total Effective Rate

Edible Fruits and Nuts from New Zealand represent an important segment of bilateral trade, with approximately $10B in total bilateral trade.

As of March 2026, edible fruits and nuts imports from New Zealand face a base tariff rate of 10% under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. This rate replaced the previous IEEPA reciprocal tariff following the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in V.O.S. Selections Inc. v. United States on February 20, 2026.

Under the Trade Act of 1974, Section 122 tariffs are limited to 150 days. The current 10% rate expires around July 24, 2026. Congressional action would be required to extend these tariffs beyond that date.

Edible Fruits and Nuts (HTS Chapter 8) carry an average MFN duty rate of 5.5% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from New Zealand.

Key products in HTS Chapter 8 imported from New Zealand include Bananas, Citrus fruits, Grapes, Apples, Avocados, and Almonds.

Common Products in Chapter 8

BananasCitrus fruitsGrapesApplesAvocadosAlmondsCashewsBerriesMangoesWalnuts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on edible fruits and nuts from New Zealand?
As of March 2026, edible fruits and nuts from New Zealand face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate can be up to 10%.
Will the tariff on edible fruits and nuts from New Zealand change?
The Section 122 tariff of 10% expires approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress extends it. Monitor legislative developments for updates.
How did the Supreme Court ruling affect edible fruits and nuts imports from New Zealand?
The Supreme Court's February 20, 2026 ruling struck down IEEPA reciprocal tariffs as exceeding presidential authority. The president signed a replacement 10% tariff under Section 122 the same day, effective February 24.

Related Pages

🇳🇿 All tariffs from New Zealand
Chapter 8: Edible Fruits and Nuts
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🇨🇳 Edible Fruits and Nuts from China
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