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US Tariffs on Electrical Machinery from Australia — 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Total Effective Rate

US-Australia FTA — qualifying goods may enter duty-free

Electrical Machinery from Australia represent an important segment of bilateral trade, with approximately $42B in total bilateral trade.

The current tariff framework for electrical machinery from Australia reflects the post-SCOTUS landscape: a 10% Section 122 tariff replaced the previously higher IEEPA rates after the Court's February 2026 ruling.

The Section 122 tariff is subject to a 150-day statutory time limit and is set to expire approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress acts to extend or replace it. Importers should monitor legislative developments closely as this deadline approaches.

Electrical Machinery (HTS Chapter 85) carry an average MFN duty rate of 2.5% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from Australia.

Australia is party to the US-Australia FTA, which may provide preferential or duty-free access for qualifying electrical machinery. Importers should verify rules of origin requirements to take advantage of preferential rates.

Key products in HTS Chapter 85 imported from Australia include Semiconductors and chips, Smartphones, Televisions, Lithium-ion batteries, Electric motors, and Solar panels.

Common Products in Chapter 85

Semiconductors and chipsSmartphonesTelevisionsLithium-ion batteriesElectric motorsSolar panelsLED lightsPrinted circuit boardsTransformersCables and wiring

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on electrical machinery from Australia?

As of March 2026, electrical machinery from Australia face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate can be up to 10%.

Will the tariff on electrical machinery from Australia 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 electrical machinery imports from Australia?

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. Qualifying goods under US-Australia FTA may still enter duty-free.