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Machinery from El Salvador Tariff: 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Effective Rate

CAFTA-DR — qualifying goods may enter duty-free

Among US trading partners for machinery, El Salvador plays a notable role, with approximately $4B in total bilateral trade.

The current tariff framework for machinery from El Salvador 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. USTR has proposed 12.5% Section 301 duties on 46 countries — including China, Vietnam, India, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea — as a replacement, with a July 20, 2026 completion deadline, so importers should monitor developments closely as the deadline approaches.

Machinery (HTS Chapter 84) carry an average MFN duty rate of 2% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from El Salvador.

El Salvador is party to the CAFTA-DR, which may provide preferential or duty-free access for qualifying machinery. Importers should verify rules of origin requirements to take advantage of preferential rates.

Key products in HTS Chapter 84 imported from El Salvador include Computers and laptops, Turbines, Pumps and compressors, Air conditioners, Refrigerators, and Washing machines.

Common Products in Chapter 84

Computers and laptopsTurbinesPumps and compressorsAir conditionersRefrigeratorsWashing machinesExcavators3D printersBall bearingsValves

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on machinery from El Salvador?

As of mid-2026, machinery from El Salvador face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate is about 10% on the most-affected products.

Will the tariff on machinery from El Salvador change?

The Section 122 tariff of 10% expires approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress extends it — and USTR has proposed 12.5% Section 301 duties on 46 countries (including China, Vietnam, India, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea) as a replacement, with a July 20, 2026 completion deadline. Monitor developments for updates.

How did the Supreme Court ruling affect machinery imports from El Salvador?

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 CAFTA-DR may still enter duty-free.