Estimate MFN duty rates, Section 232 duties, AD/CVD exposure, and total landed costs when importing goods from Malaysia to the United States.
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Utilize the Harmonized Tariff Schedule for accurate product classification and tariff determination.
What tariffs apply to Malaysia imports into the US?
Malaysian goods are subject to standard MFN duty rates. Section 232 tariffs apply to steel and aluminum. A 24% IEEPA tariff was announced but is currently paused at 10% Section 122 baseline. No Section 301 tariffs apply to genuine Malaysian-origin goods. Significant AD/CVD orders exist on solar panels, rubber gloves, and certain steel products.
Is there a free trade agreement between the US and Malaysia?
No. The US withdrew from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2017, which would have created FTA-like preferences with Malaysia. No bilateral US-Malaysia FTA exists. Malaysia is part of CPTPP and RCEP, but the US is not a member. Malaysian goods enter the US at MFN rates.
What AD/CVD orders affect Malaysia imports?
Active AD/CVD orders on Malaysian goods include: crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells and panels (solar), rubber disposable gloves (very high CVD rates imposed during COVID), steel pipe and tube, rubber bands, and wood cabinets. Malaysia has one of the broadest AD/CVD exposures among Southeast Asian trading partners. Verify by HTS code.
What is the transshipment risk for Malaysia imports?
CBP actively investigates Chinese-origin goods transshipped through Malaysia to circumvent AD/CVD and Section 301 orders. Products that undergo only minor processing in Malaysia retain Chinese origin. Solar panels and electronics components are frequent transshipment investigation targets. Importers must document substantial transformation for Malaysian-origin claims in high-risk product categories.
Do Malaysian semiconductor imports face duties?
Most semiconductor and electronic component imports from Malaysia (HTS subheadings for integrated circuits, printed circuit assemblies, and related products) enter the US at 0% MFN duty rate under the WTO IT Agreement. Malaysia is a significant semiconductor assembly and test hub, and these products generally face minimal tariff exposure at the base rate.
How do I calculate import duties from Malaysia to the US?
Enter the HTS code, product value, and select Malaysia as the country of origin. The calculator applies the current MFN rate, checks for active AD/CVD orders on Malaysian goods, and adds any applicable Section 232 surcharge.
Can Malaysia import duties change?
Yes. The IEEPA 24% tariff is paused but could be reinstated. AD/CVD rates change with each annual administrative review — rubber glove CVD rates in particular have been subject to significant review determinations. New investigations can open additional product categories.
Enter the Harmonized System code (2–10 digits)
Select the country where goods originate
10% baseline tariff on most imports. Took effect Feb 24, 2026 after IEEPA was voided. Expires after 150 days.
50% on steel/aluminum, 25% on autos, 30% on furniture, 10% on lumber. These remain in effect permanently.
25% on Lists 1–3, 15% on List 4B (raised Jan 2026). Applies only to Chinese imports. Averages ~20%.
Updated March 2026 — IEEPA tariffs voided (Feb 20, 2026). Section 122 (10%) + Section 232 now apply. Click headers to sort.
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Malaysia is a major U.S. source of electronics, semiconductors, rubber products, solar panels, and palm oil derivatives. Heavy AD/CVD exposure on solar and rubber products, plus transshipment enforcement risk, make accurate duty calculation critical.
Solar importers and rubber product buyers from Malaysia carry the highest AD/CVD exposure — always verify current rates by HTS code before shipment.
For active duty orders, consult the ITA AD/CVD database. Verify current rates and procedures at CBP.gov and check USTR’s Malaysia trade page for policy updates before finalizing Malaysia shipments.
Frequently asked questions
What costs does this calculator include?
The calculator covers the base MFN duty rate (HTS-based), Section 232 surcharges, active AD/CVD rates, IEEPA tariffs, and potential Section 301 exposure for goods with substantial Chinese-origin content. Customs value is calculated on a CIF basis. MPF and HMF apply at entry but are not included.
Is Malaysia directly subject to Section 301 tariffs?
Not directly. Section 301 targets Chinese-origin goods. However, goods manufactured in Malaysia using substantial Chinese-origin inputs — particularly solar panels and electronics — may retain Chinese origin under CBP rules. CBP has increased scrutiny on Malaysian supply chains, especially in the solar sector.
What replaced IEEPA tariffs on Malaysia imports?
The Supreme Court struck down IEEPA-based tariffs on Feb 20, 2026, in a 6-3 ruling. Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 now provides the authority for emergency global tariffs. CBP is currently collecting at 10% on Malaysia imports under Section 122. Goods assembled in Malaysia with Chinese inputs face transshipment scrutiny. Verify at CBP.gov.
Did Malaysia have GSP benefits?
Yes. Malaysia had GSP eligibility for many manufactured goods. GSP expired in December 2020 and has not been renewed by Congress. Malaysian goods now enter at full MFN rates. Electronics and certain manufactured goods previously benefited from GSP duty reductions.
What Malaysian goods face the most US tariff exposure?
Solar panels and cells face significant CBP transshipment scrutiny due to Chinese-origin risk. Rubber gloves have been subject to forced labor import alerts. Palm oil derivatives face specific regulatory oversight. Electronics and semiconductors typically carry low MFN rates but face origin analysis risk.
How do I find my HTS code for this calculator?
Your HTS code is the 10-digit number that determines your base duty rate and tariff eligibility for goods imported from Malaysia. Use the USITC HTS database to search by product description. The first 6 digits follow the international Harmonized System; digits 7-10 are US-specific. Enter the 10-digit code in Captain’s calculator to get MFN rates, Section 232 exposure, and active AD/CVD orders for Malaysia goods.
What is Section 122 and how does it affect this calculator?
Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 authorizes the President to impose an emergency global tariff of up to 15% on imports for up to 150 days. After the Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs on Feb 20, 2026, Section 122 became the operative authority for the 10% global emergency rate. CBP is currently collecting at 10% on most Malaysia goods under Section 122. Captain includes this rate in all landed cost calculations for Malaysia imports.
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