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Free Trade Agreement Eligibility Checker

Check if your imports qualify for reduced duty rates under a US free trade agreement. Enter an HS code and country of origin to see applicable FTA benefits.

What Are Free Trade Agreements?

Free trade agreements (FTAs) are treaties between countries that reduce or eliminate tariffs on qualifying goods. The United States currently has 14 FTAs in force with 20 countries. Importers who qualify can save significantly — often paying 0% duty instead of the standard MFN rate, plus potential exemptions from Section 122 surcharges (for USMCA partners).

US Free Trade Agreement Partners

USMCA

Canada, Mexico

KORUS

South Korea

AUSFTA

Australia

CAFTA-DR

Costa Rica, DR, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua

Chile FTA

Chile

Colombia TPA

Colombia

Israel FTA

Israel

Jordan FTA

Jordan

Morocco FTA

Morocco

Panama TPA

Panama

Peru TPA

Peru

Singapore FTA

Singapore

How Rules of Origin Work

To qualify for FTA rates, goods must meet rules of origin — criteria that ensure the product was genuinely produced or substantially transformed in the FTA partner country. Common requirements include:

  • Tariff shift: The product must undergo a change in HS classification during manufacturing
  • Regional value content (RVC): A minimum percentage (typically 35-50%) of the product's value must originate in the FTA region
  • Certificate of origin: Proper documentation proving FTA eligibility is required at time of import

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a free trade agreement (FTA)?

A free trade agreement is a treaty between two or more countries that reduces or eliminates tariffs on qualifying goods. The US has 14 FTAs with 20 countries including USMCA, KORUS, and AUSFTA.

How do I qualify for FTA duty rates?

Goods must meet rules of origin requirements — typically substantial transformation in the partner country or meeting a regional value content threshold of 35-50%. You also need a certificate of origin.

Can FTA rates reduce Section 122 tariffs?

USMCA-qualifying goods from Canada and Mexico are exempt from the 15% Section 122 surcharge. Other FTA partners benefit from reduced base rates but still face Section 122.

Do I need a customs broker to claim FTA rates?

While not legally required, a licensed customs broker can help ensure your FTA claims are properly documented and reduce the risk of CBP audits or penalty assessments.