The temporary 10% Section 122 import surcharge is currently scheduled to remain in effect through July 24, 2026, unless extended or modified through future government action. As the deadline approaches, importers should begin reviewing supply chain strategies, shipment timing, and overall landed cost exposure to help prepare for potential trade policy changes in the months ahead.

Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 allows the government to impose temporary import surcharges in response to balance-of-payments concerns and international trade conditions. Since taking effect earlier this year, the surcharge has impacted a broad range of imported goods and added additional cost considerations for importers across multiple industries.

With uncertainty still surrounding the long-term status of the surcharge, many businesses are now evaluating how potential extensions, modifications, or future tariff actions could affect purchasing decisions, inventory planning, and transportation strategies moving into the second half of 2026.

Areas Importers Should Be Reviewing

As July 24 approaches, businesses may benefit from reviewing several key operational and compliance areas:

  • Upcoming imports and shipment timing
  • Landed costs and pricing impacts
  • HTS classifications and customs compliance
  • Inventory levels and warehouse capacity
  • Supplier relationships and procurement planning
  • Freight capacity and transportation scheduling
  • Potential tariff exposure under Section 232 and Chapter 99 provisions

Some importers may consider accelerating shipments ahead of potential policy developments, while others may focus on maintaining inventory flexibility and strengthening compliance procedures to help minimize disruption.

Compliance Remains a Key Focus

In addition to reviewing shipment timing and inventory strategies, importers should continue paying close attention to customs compliance requirements. As tariff regulations continue evolving, accurate HTS classifications, documentation reviews, and trade-remedy applicability remain critical for reducing delays, unexpected duties, and potential penalties.

Businesses importing products impacted by Section 232 or Chapter 99 tariff provisions should also continue monitoring updates related to steel, aluminum, copper, and derivative product classifications, as compliance scrutiny in these areas remains elevated.

Planning Ahead for Supply Chain Stability

Trade policy changes can create uncertainty throughout the supply chain, making proactive planning increasingly important. Reviewing warehouse capacity, transportation schedules, procurement timelines, and overall logistics strategies early can help businesses remain flexible and better positioned to respond to changing market conditions.

At Radius International, we continue helping customers navigate evolving trade environments through proactive communication, shipment visibility, customs coordination, warehousing support, and customized logistics solutions designed to keep supply chains moving efficiently.