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US Tariffs on Plastics from Iran — 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Total Effective Rate

Importers sourcing plastics from Iran face specific tariff considerations, with approximately $0.1B in total bilateral trade.

As of March 2026, plastics imports from Iran 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.

Plastics (HTS Chapter 39) carry an average MFN duty rate of 4.2% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from Iran.

Key products in HTS Chapter 39 imported from Iran include Polyethylene, Polypropylene, PVC pipe, PET bottles, Plastic bags, and Plastic containers.

Common Products in Chapter 39

PolyethylenePolypropylenePVC pipePET bottlesPlastic bagsPlastic containersAcrylic sheetsSiliconePolystyrene foam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on plastics from Iran?

As of March 2026, plastics from Iran face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate can be up to 10%.

Will the tariff on plastics from Iran 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 plastics imports from Iran?

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.