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Optical, Medical Instruments from Vietnam Tariff: 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Effective Rate

Optical, Medical Instruments from Vietnam represent an important segment of bilateral trade, with approximately $127B in total bilateral trade.

As of mid-2026, optical, medical instruments imports from Vietnam 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 Learning Resources v. Trump (with V.O.S. Selections) 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.

Optical, Medical Instruments (HTS Chapter 90) 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 Vietnam.

Key products in HTS Chapter 90 imported from Vietnam include Lenses, Microscopes, Medical instruments, X-ray apparatus, Hearing aids, and Thermometers.

Common Products in Chapter 90

LensesMicroscopesMedical instrumentsX-ray apparatusHearing aidsThermometersOscilloscopesGPS devicesSpectacles and frames

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on optical, medical instruments from Vietnam?

As of mid-2026, optical, medical instruments from Vietnam face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate is about 10% on the most-affected products.

Will the tariff on optical, medical instruments from Vietnam 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 optical, medical instruments imports from Vietnam?

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.