This is a reminder that Section 232 duties on certain wood and wood‑based products will increase on January 1, 2026. These changes follow the Administration’s national‑security review of wood product imports. These changes stem from the Presidential Proclamation issued on September 29, 2025, following the Department of Commerce’s determination that current import levels of wood products pose a national security risk.

You may view the Presidential Proclamation here.

Beginning January 1, 2026, the following Section 232 tariff increases will take effect:

• Upholstered wooden furniture:

Duty rate increases from 25% to 30%.

• Kitchen cabinets, vanities, and parts thereof:

Duty rate increases from 25% to 50%.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        These increases follow the initial imposition of Section 232 duties on October 14, 2025, which included:

• 10% on softwood timber and lumber,
• 25% on certain upholstered wood products, and
• 25% on kitchen cabinets and vanities.

Due to the rapidly changing application and modifications of duty rates, please note that Deringer is not responsible for coordinating the timing of U.S. entry and imposed tariff rates.