Historical reciprocal tariff for BN-origin goods

A “historical reciprocal tariff for BN-origin goods” is a trade measure recorded for goods with country of origin shown as BN, often the country code for Brunei. “Historical” means the measure is included for past or archived trade periods; it does not by itself prove that the charge currently applies. Confirm the country-code meaning and the measure’s current status in official customs data.

“IEEPA” refers to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, a US law that can authorize certain import-related measures during a declared national emergency. A reciprocal tariff generally refers to an additional duty based on how US goods are treated in the exporting country. Whether an importer owes it depends on the product’s tariff classification, origin, entry timing, applicable exclusions or exceptions, and the official instructions in effect for that entry.

What to check

• Verify that BN means the relevant country of origin, rather than the shipping country, seller location, or transit country.
• Check the measure’s status and effective period in current official sources; do not assume a historical record is still enforceable.
• Review the product’s complete HTSUS classification, including any additional tariff provisions, because coverage may depend on the tariff line.
• Confirm the legal country of origin under customs rules, especially if the product was assembled or substantially transformed in more than one country.
• Ask a licensed customs broker or trade professional to review eligibility, exclusions, entry corrections, and documentation when the result is uncertain.