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US Tariffs on Electrical Machinery from Saudi Arabia — 60% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

50%

Section 232

60%

Total Effective Rate

Among US trading partners for electrical machinery, Saudi Arabia plays a notable role, with approximately $38B in total bilateral trade.

As of March 2026, electrical machinery imports from Saudi Arabia 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.

Products in this chapter may be subject to Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel and aluminum items, which were doubled in June 2025 and remain unaffected by the SCOTUS ruling. When applicable, the combined rate reaches 60%.

Key products in HTS Chapter 85 imported from Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia?

As of March 2026, electrical machinery from Saudi Arabia face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. Section 232 tariffs of 50% apply to steel and aluminum products. The effective rate can be up to 60%.

Will the tariff on electrical machinery from Saudi Arabia change?

The Section 122 tariff of 10% expires approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress extends it. Section 232 tariffs on metals also have no set expiration. Monitor legislative developments for updates.

How did the Supreme Court ruling affect electrical machinery imports from Saudi Arabia?

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.