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US Tariffs on Meat and Edible Meat Offal from Nicaragua — 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Total Effective Rate

CAFTA-DR — qualifying goods may enter duty-free

The United States imports substantial quantities of meat and edible meat offal from Nicaragua, with approximately $4.5B in total bilateral trade.

Following the Supreme Court's landmark February 20, 2026 decision striking down IEEPA tariffs, imports of meat and edible meat offal from Nicaragua 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.

Meat and Edible Meat Offal (HTS Chapter 2) carry an average MFN duty rate of 4.4% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from Nicaragua.

Nicaragua is party to the CAFTA-DR, which may provide preferential or duty-free access for qualifying meat and edible meat offal. Importers should verify rules of origin requirements to take advantage of preferential rates.

Key products in HTS Chapter 2 imported from Nicaragua include Beef cuts, Pork cuts, Lamb and mutton, Chicken parts, Turkey meat, and Frozen meat.

Common Products in Chapter 2

Beef cutsPork cutsLamb and muttonChicken partsTurkey meatFrozen meatEdible offalCured meats

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on meat and edible meat offal from Nicaragua?

As of March 2026, meat and edible meat offal from Nicaragua face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate can be up to 10%.

Will the tariff on meat and edible meat offal from Nicaragua 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 meat and edible meat offal imports from Nicaragua?

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.