Industry
Food & Beverage: tariff refund exposure
Packaged food and beverage imports carry a mix of base duty rates and, for certain origins and inputs, additional tariff exposure. Section 301 hits food less uniformly than electronics or furniture, but misclassification and missed programs are common, so importers of record sourcing from tariff-affected countries are still worth reviewing.
3+
Example HTS lines commonly imported by food & beverage importers
0
Of those commonly carry the +25% Section 301 duty
60-90 days
Typical recovery timeline once filed
Eligibility
Do food & beverage importers qualify?
You likely have a reviewable claim if the following are true.
- You were the Importer of Record on the customs entries
- You imported into the U.S. in 2025 or 2026
- You sourced from China or other tariff-affected countries
- Your entries carried Section 301 or IEEPA duties
Example goods & HTS categories
Illustrative lines commonly seen in this category, verify your own against the official HTS.
| HTS code | Example goods | Base duty | Section 301 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2106.90.99 | Food preparations, n.e.s.o.i. | 6.4% | , |
| 2009.89.60 | Fruit/vegetable juices (other) | 0.5% | , |
| 1905.90.90 | Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits | 4.5% | , |
Illustrative HTS lines and rates for planning only, not a determination for your specific goods. Check the official USITC HTS or use our HTS lookup.
Do your food & beverage entries qualify?
A free eligibility check takes about a minute, no obligation.