The White House has issued an Executive Order formally ending all additional ad valorem duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) across a wide range of earlier tariff actions. These duties were originally tied to national emergencies involving illicit drugs, synthetic opioids, border pressures, trade deficits, and geopolitical threats. The order directs agencies to cease collecting these surcharges “as soon as practicable.”
This action affects prior Executive Orders targeting imports from China, Mexico, Canada, Venezuela, Brazil, Russia, Cuba, and Iran, all of which had imposed IEEPA‑based surcharges. The rollback does not terminate the underlying national emergencies, and it does not affect duties imposed under Section 232 or Section 301.
The administration has instructed Commerce, DHS, USTR, and CBP to make any necessary adjustments to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to implement the rollback. Other major trade actions announced the same day such as the suspension of de minimis duty‑free treatment, and the temporary import surcharge remain fully in effect.
Key Impacts for Importers
- IEEPA‑based surcharges are no longer in effect. All additional ad valorem duties imposed under IEEPA across the 2025–2026 emergency‑related Executive Orders have been terminated.
- National emergencies remain active. The order removes the tariff actions but leaves all emergency authorities in place, preserving broad enforcement powers.
- Section 232 and Section 301 duties continue unchanged. Steel/aluminum tariffs and China 301 duties are unaffected.
- Agencies must stop collecting the affected duties immediately. CBP and partner agencies are directed to end collection “as soon as practicable.”
- De minimis suspension and the temporary import surcharge remain in force. These major enforcement actions were not rolled back and continue to apply.
Operational Considerations for SMEs and Importers
1. Reassess landed cost models immediately
With IEEPA surcharges removed, landed cost calculations may shift materially for affected HS codes. However, Section 232, Section 301, and the new import surcharge still apply meaning the overall duty environment remains elevated.
2. Update compliance documentation and audit trails
CBP may require evidence of correct duty treatment during the transition period. Ensure your brokers, internal teams, and ERP systems reflect the updated duty status.
3. Monitor HTSUS updates closely
The order directs agencies to adjust the HTSUS as needed. Expect updates that clarify which tariff lines are affected and from what date collection ceases.
4. Maintain heightened vigilance despite the rollback
The removal of IEEPA surcharges does not signal a softening of U.S. trade enforcement. The administration continues to rely on Section 232, Section 301, and new enforcement tools to maintain pressure on targeted supply chains.
Peacock Tariff Consulting Analysis
This Executive Order represents a targeted recalibration, not a broad retreat from tariff‑based enforcement. By eliminating only, the IEEPA‑based surcharges while preserving the larger enforcement architecture, the administration is simplifying the tariff landscape without reducing overall trade pressure.
For importers, the immediate benefit is the removal of overlapping surcharge layers. However, the broader compliance environment remains demanding, especially with the suspension of de minimis treatment and the new import surcharge still in place. Companies should treat this as a narrow adjustment and continue to maintain audit‑ready documentation and proactive tariff‑mitigation strategies.