Importing Plastics & Rubber from Vietnam into the United States in 2026 carries a total effective tariff of 37.0% (MFN 4.5% + bilateral 20%). That figure is the stacked rate applied to the customs value before fees. Use the calculator below for the exact landed cost, including Merchandise Processing and Harbor Maintenance fees.
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How Tariffs Stack
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Full Landed Cost Breakdown
Based on a $10,000 ocean shipment (FOB value)
How the Tariff Rate is Calculated
The tariff structure for plastics & rubber follows the US stacking formula: the MFN base rate of 4.5%, plus bilateral deal rate of 20%, plus forced-labor Section 301 duty of 12.5% (effective July 24, 2026, backfilling the lapsed Section 122 surcharge). The special tariff layer (the highest of Section 122, Section 232, or bilateral rates) is 20%, which combines with the MFN base to produce a subtotal before Section 301 duties. Adding all layers yields a total tariff rate of 37%. On a customs value of $10,600.00, this translates to total duties of $3,922.00, plus the Merchandise Processing Fee of $36.72 and Harbor Maintenance Fee of $13.25. The total landed cost including all fees reaches $14,571.97.
Trade Context
The United States imported $114B in goods from Vietnam in 2024, making it a significant trading partner in the Asia-Pacific region. Key import categories from Vietnam include consumer electronics, clothing garments, footwear, reflecting the country's industrial and agricultural strengths. Plastics & Rubber represents an important segment of this trade relationship, with demand driven by both price competitiveness and product availability in the US market. The bilateral trade volume underscores the economic significance of tariff policy decisions affecting imports from Vietnam.
What Section 122's Lapse Means for This Import
Section 122 lapsed on July 24, 2026, but the bilateral trade agreement rate of 20% for Vietnam persists independent of that lapse and applies in place of the general surcharge. The total effective rate on plastics & rubber therefore remains 37%. Importers should monitor developments in the bilateral relationship and any potential changes to the negotiated rate structure.
Alternative Sourcing Countries for Plastics & Rubber
Importers looking for lower tariff costs on plastics & rubber may consider sourcing from Indonesia (effective rate 10%, saving approximately 27.0 percentage points); India (effective rate 28%, saving approximately 9.0 percentage points); Bangladesh (effective rate 10%, saving approximately 27.0 percentage points). Compared to Vietnam's total effective rate of 37%, these alternatives offer potential cost savings depending on the specific product classification and applicable trade agreements. Each alternative carries its own tariff structure, so importers should calculate the full landed cost before switching suppliers.
Related Context
Tariff Timeline for Vietnam
Section 232 steel/aluminum raised to 50%
Section 122 uniform 10% surcharge enacted
Vietnam bilateral deal at 20% takes effect (de facto)
Frequently Asked Questions
The current total tariff rate on Plastics & Rubber from Vietnam is 37%. This is composed of the following layers: MFN base rate: 4.5%; Bilateral deal rate: 20%. The effective tariff rate after all layers is 37%.
For a $10,000 shipment of Plastics & Rubber from Vietnam, you can expect to pay approximately $3,700.00 in total duties at the current rate of 37%. Additional fees include the Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF). The total landed cost for a $10,000 order would be approximately $13,700.00, representing an effective cost increase of 37% over the FOB price. Use our tariff calculator for precise calculations based on your specific shipment value and shipping method.
The standard Section 122 surcharge has been replaced by a bilateral deal rate of 20% for Vietnam. This bilateral agreement, effective since 2026-03-01, supersedes the general Section 122 rate. The bilateral rate applies instead of (not in addition to) the Section 122 surcharge.
Section 122 lapsed on July 24, 2026, but the bilateral deal rate of 20% for Vietnam persists independent of that lapse. This bilateral agreement, effective since 2026-03-01, applies in place of the general Section 122 surcharge. The total tariff on Plastics & Rubber therefore remains 37%.
For Plastics & Rubber, alternative sourcing countries to consider instead of Vietnam include Indonesia (effective rate: 10%), India (effective rate: 28%), Bangladesh (effective rate: 10%). Compared to Vietnam's total effective rate of 37%, these alternatives may offer lower landed costs depending on the specific HTS classification. Use our country comparison tool to see a detailed side-by-side analysis of tariff costs.