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Preparations of Meat, Fish from China Tariff: 35% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

25%

Section 301

35%

Effective Rate

Importers sourcing preparations of meat, fish from China face specific tariff considerations, with approximately $575B in total bilateral trade.

As of mid-2026, preparations of meat, fish imports from China 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 Meat, Fish from China are also subject to Section 301 tariffs, which range from 25% to 100% depending on the specific product classification. Section 301 tariffs were not affected by the Supreme Court ruling and remain in full effect. Combined with the 10% Section 122 base rate, importers may face effective rates of about 35% or more.

Key products in HTS Chapter 16 imported from China include Canned tuna, Sausages, Smoked salmon, Corned beef, Prepared shrimp, and Sardines in oil.

Common Products in Chapter 16

Canned tunaSausagesSmoked salmonCorned beefPrepared shrimpSardines in oilSurimiBeef jerky

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on preparations of meat, fish from China?

As of mid-2026, preparations of meat, fish from China face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. Section 301 tariffs of 25-100% also apply to covered Chinese goods. The effective rate is about 35% on the most-affected products.

Will the tariff on preparations of meat, fish from China change?

The Section 122 tariff of 10% expires approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress extends it. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods have no set expiration. Monitor legislative developments for updates.

How did the Supreme Court ruling affect preparations of meat, fish imports from China?

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.