Tariffloop blog
Practical writing on customs compliance, tariffs, duty recovery, and trade regulation for importers.
How to Calculate Import Duty from China in 2026 (Step-by-Step)
A step-by-step guide to calculating the total import duty on goods from China in 2026 — MFN base rate, Section 301, IEEPA, MPF, and HMF — with a worked example and the formula importers actually use.
June 22, 2026
Section 301 vs Section 232 vs IEEPA Tariffs: What's the Difference?
A clear comparison of Section 301, Section 232, and IEEPA tariffs — what each one targets, how they differ by origin and product, and how they stack on the same import.
June 18, 2026
What Is the Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF)? 2026 Rates, Caps & Formula
A plain-English guide to the Merchandise Processing Fee in 2026 — the 0.3464% rate, the $33.58 floor and $651.50 ceiling, worked examples, and how MPF differs from duty and HMF.
June 12, 2026
Landed Cost vs. Customs Value: How to Calculate Your True Import Cost
Customs value and landed cost are not the same number — this guide defines each, breaks down every component, and walks one product from invoice price to final landed cost.
June 5, 2026
Tariff Rates on Solar Panels, EVs, Steel & Furniture from China (2026)
A data-led breakdown of 2026 tariff rates on solar panels, electric vehicles, steel, aluminum, and furniture from China — the real HTS codes, the stacked Section 301, 232, and IEEPA layers, and the effective totals.
May 28, 2026