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Preparations of Cereals, Flour from Japan Tariff: 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Effective Rate

Japan is a significant source of preparations of cereals, flour imports into the United States, with approximately $218B in total bilateral trade.

As of mid-2026, preparations of cereals, flour imports from Japan 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.

Preparations of Cereals, Flour (HTS Chapter 19) carry an average MFN duty rate of 5.2% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from Japan.

Key products in HTS Chapter 19 imported from Japan include Pasta, Bread, Pastries and cakes, Breakfast cereals, Biscuits and cookies, and Pizza dough.

Common Products in Chapter 19

PastaBreadPastries and cakesBreakfast cerealsBiscuits and cookiesPizza doughCouscousTortillas

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on preparations of cereals, flour from Japan?

As of mid-2026, preparations of cereals, flour from Japan face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate is about 10% on the most-affected products.

Will the tariff on preparations of cereals, flour from Japan 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 preparations of cereals, flour imports from Japan?

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.