Historical reciprocal tariff for TD-origin goods

A measure titled “Historical reciprocal tariff for TD-origin goods” and identified as IEEPA is generally an additional U.S. import measure created under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. “Reciprocal” indicates that the measure is intended to address trade treatment associated with another country, while “historical” may describe the period, version, or reference basis used in the official measure. “TD-origin” should be treated as an origin label or code that must be confirmed in the official data; do not assume it identifies a particular country without checking the source.

For an importer, this type of measure may apply to covered merchandise based on its country of origin, tariff classification, entry date, and any listed exclusions or exceptions. It can be collected in addition to ordinary customs duty and other applicable import charges. The key professional terms to understand are “country of origin,” “HTSUS classification,” “additional duty,” “effective date,” “scope,” and “exclusion.” The measure’s title alone does not establish whether a particular product is covered.

What to check

• Confirm what “TD-origin” means in the official measure and verify the product’s legally determined country of origin, not merely its shipping or export country.
• Review the complete HTSUS provisions, product descriptions, scope notes, exclusions, and any applicable Chapter 99 reporting requirements.
• Check the measure version and effective-date rules against the planned entry date, including rules for goods already in transit or entered under special procedures.
• Determine whether the measure is an additional duty or another import requirement and ensure the customs entry reports each required tariff provision correctly.
• Keep product specifications, manufacturing records, origin documentation, and classification analysis available; ask a customs broker or trade counsel to resolve uncertain classification or scope questions.