Urgent Update: New 20% Taiwan Tariff? NOT for Your PCBA! (August 2025)
- Aug 5, 2025
- 2 min read
August 1, 2025 White House announcement regarding a new 20% reciprocal tariff on certain goods from Taiwan.
HOWEVER, it is CRITICAL to understand that this new tariff DOES NOT apply to our core offerings, including PCB and PCBA. The current tariff rates 20% only apply to 25.2% of exports to the U.S.
This update is a "reciprocal tariff" adjustment and explicitly EXCLUDES goods listed in the tariff exemption list (Annex II) and additional Presidential Memorandums. These figures highlight that major Taiwanese exports to the U.S. currently will not be threatened by the tariff adjustment, including:
Explicitly EXCLUDES goods list | HS Code |
Other units of automatic data processing equipment (e.g., display cards, server components) | 8471.80 |
Complete servers | 8471.50 |
Laptops | 8471.30 |
Computer Components | 8473 |
Integrated Circuits | 8542 |
Mobile phones and other communication apparatus | 8517 |
Storage Media | 8523 |
Pharmaceutical preparations | 3004 |
The above-listed categories are to be imported into the U.S. at 0% duty.
This allows you to confidently avoid both the new 20% reciprocal tariff and the significant 25% Section 301 tariffs that may apply to PCBA from China.
*) Printed circuit boards imported into the U.S. from mainland China are subject to an additional 25% Section 301 tariff, on top of any normal base duties.
While this form is not required by U.S. Customs & Border Protection for import declarations, a detailed description of merchandise is mandatory per 19CFR 141.86. Rest assured, if your goods from Taiwan match any of the listed HS codes, they remain eligible for 0% import duty to the U.S.
Beyond immediate cost savings, partnering with Regulus in Taiwan provides:
Tariff Relief: Eliminate the uncertainty and extra costs associated with Section 301 tariffs.
Uncompromising Quality: Leverage Taiwan's renowned precision engineering and strict quality control for your PCBA and Box Build projects.
Supply Chain Stability: Benefit from a resilient, well-established manufacturing ecosystem that mitigates geopolitical and logistical risks.
Full-Service Solutions: From high-quality PCBA to comprehensive Box Build turnkey services, we streamline your production process from concept to finished product.
Ready to Optimize Your Costs and Reliability?
If you're seeking to enhance your supply chain efficiency, reduce import duties, and secure high-quality electronics manufacturing, we invite you to connect with us.
Let's discuss how Regulus Electronics Ltd. can be your strategic partner for success.
