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Ships, Boats from Ireland Tariff: 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Effective Rate

Ireland is a significant source of ships, boats imports into the United States, with approximately $115B in total bilateral trade.

Following the Supreme Court's landmark February 20, 2026 decision striking down IEEPA tariffs, imports of ships, boats from Ireland 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.

Ships, Boats (HTS Chapter 89) generally enter duty-free at the MFN level, with the Section 122 tariff as the primary duty. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from Ireland.

Key products in HTS Chapter 89 imported from Ireland include Cargo ships, Tankers, Yachts, Fishing vessels, Sailboats, and Tugboats.

Common Products in Chapter 89

Cargo shipsTankersYachtsFishing vesselsSailboatsTugboatsCruise shipsFloating docks

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on ships, boats from Ireland?

As of mid-2026, ships, boats from Ireland face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate is about 10% on the most-affected products.

Will the tariff on ships, boats from Ireland 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 ships, boats imports from Ireland?

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.