Historical reciprocal tariff for MD-origin goods

A “historical reciprocal tariff for MD-origin goods” refers to a past additional import charge that applied, or may have applied, to goods whose country of origin was identified by the code “MD.” Confirm what “MD” represents in the source data before relying on it. “Historical” means the measure is associated with an earlier period and may no longer be in force.

“Reciprocal tariff” generally describes an additional duty imposed in response to another country’s tariff or trade treatment. “IEEPA” is the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, a US law that can provide authority for certain trade-related actions during a declared national emergency. The measure typically matters to importers because it may change the total duty due in addition to the product’s normal HTSUS classification duty. Applicability depends on factors such as origin, tariff classification, entry date, exclusions, and the measure’s current legal status.

What to check

• Confirm what the country code “MD” means and determine the product’s country of origin under US origin rules; do not rely only on the shipping country.
• Check the HTSUS and the applicable presidential action, Federal Register notice, or CBP guidance for the measure’s legal status, effective period, and any additional tariff provision.
• Review the entry date and filing records, because a historical measure may apply differently to past entries, current entries, or entries subject to liquidation or correction rules.
• Check whether the product qualifies for an exclusion, exemption, quota treatment, or special program, and verify any documentation requirements.
• Ask a customs broker or trade attorney to confirm classification, origin, and IEEPA measure applicability when the facts or legal status are uncertain.