CHAPTER 99 · TRADE MEASURE CODE
9903.02.56
Struck down9903.02.56 implements Reciprocal Tariff on goods of South Korea origin, adding +15% on top of the base HTS duty. It is effective January 1, 2025 through February 24, 2026.
Data provenance: Rates from HTS Revision 19 (Sep 16, 2026); trade measures verified against CBP CSMS and Federal Register notices through Sep 3, 2026.
Additional rate
+15%
Status
Applies to
South Korea
Base codes paired
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What 9903.02.56 implements
Except for goods loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August 7, 2025, and entered for consumption or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on October 5, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.30-9903.01.33 and 9903.02.78, and except as provided for in headings 9903.01.34 and 9903.02.01, articles the product of South Korea, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter [Compiler's note: This provision was terminated on November 14, 2025. See 90 Fed. Reg. 55964]
HTS legal text: Except for goods loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on August 7, 2025, and entered for consumption or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption before 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on October 5, 2025, except for products described in headings 9903.01.30-9903.01.33 and 9903.02.78, and except as provided for in headings 9903.01.34 and 9903.02.01, articles the product of South Korea, as provided for in subdivision (v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter [Compiler's note: This provision was terminated on November 14, 2025. See 90 Fed. Reg. 55964]
The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court on February 20, 2026. Section 122 is the temporary replacement surcharge.
Related CBP rulings
The tariff classification of tire molds from South Korea
are modified in any way, or if the goods do not conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CF
The tariff classification of wading boots from South Korea
are modified in any way, or if the goods do not conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CF
The tariff classification of grounding bar from Korea
are modified in any way, or if the goods do not conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CF
The classification, country of origin, marking, and applicability of the United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement (UKFTA) of DR. MELAXIN MELTING CLEANSER 150ML
are modified in any way, or if the goods do not conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CF
The tariff classification of an instant noodle soup from South Korea and China
are modified in any way, or if the goods do not conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CF
The tariff classification of terminal blocks from Korea
are modified in any way, or if the goods do not conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CF
Frequently asked questions
What is 9903.02.56?
9903.02.56 is a U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule Chapter 99 subheading that implements Reciprocal Tariff on goods of South Korea origin. It adds +15% on top of the duty in the underlying base HTS subheading. It is effective January 1, 2025 through February 24, 2026. This measure has been struck down and is not currently collected.
Is 9903.02.56 still in effect?
No. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court on February 20, 2026. Section 122 is the temporary replacement surcharge. Check the base HTS code's duty-by-origin page for the rate currently collected.
Where does this come from, and how current is it?
Rates from HTS Revision 19 (Sep 16, 2026); trade measures verified against CBP CSMS and Federal Register notices through Sep 3, 2026.
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