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US Tariffs on Food Industry Residues and Waste from South Korea — 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Total Effective Rate

KORUS — qualifying goods may enter duty-free

Importers sourcing food industry residues and waste from South Korea face specific tariff considerations, with approximately $169B in total bilateral trade.

Following the Supreme Court's landmark February 20, 2026 decision striking down IEEPA tariffs, imports of food industry residues and waste from South Korea are now subject to a 10% tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, effective February 24, 2026.

This 10% rate has a built-in expiration: Section 122 limits presidential tariff authority to 150 days, meaning the tariff expires approximately July 24, 2026 without congressional renewal.

Food Industry Residues and Waste (HTS Chapter 23) carry an average MFN duty rate of 2.2% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from South Korea.

South Korea is party to the KORUS, which may provide preferential or duty-free access for qualifying food industry residues and waste. Importers should verify rules of origin requirements to take advantage of preferential rates.

Key products in HTS Chapter 23 imported from South Korea include Soybean meal, Dog and cat food, Oilcake, Beet pulp, Brewing dregs, and Fish meal.

Common Products in Chapter 23

Soybean mealDog and cat foodOilcakeBeet pulpBrewing dregsFish mealAlfalfa pelletsAnimal feed preparations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on food industry residues and waste from South Korea?

As of March 2026, food industry residues and waste from South Korea face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate can be up to 10%.

Will the tariff on food industry residues and waste from South Korea 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 food industry residues and waste imports from South Korea?

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 KORUS may still enter duty-free.