Muscat: This tariff is calculated as a percentage of the imported goods’ value and aligns with a global customs tariff applied broadly to imports entering the U.S.

The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry clarified that despite this new tariff, Omani products continue to enjoy significant advantages through the existing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States. This agreement ensures Omani goods maintain competitive positioning compared to products from countries without such agreements.

Additionally, the U.S. has announced higher reciprocal tariffs, ranging from 11% to 50%, for countries accused of discriminatory trade practices. Oman is exempt from these elevated tariffs, subject only to the baseline 10%. Originally scheduled to begin April 9, the implementation of reciprocal tariffs has been deferred until July 9, 2025.

Importantly, the new tariffs specifically target product components not manufactured in the U.S. Products from Oman containing at least 20% U.S.-made components will only face duties on the non-U.S. elements.

Exemptions from this tariff include items protected under U.S. law such as personal communications, humanitarian aid (including food, medicine, and clothing), and goods previously subjected to a 25% duty under Section 232, which will not incur additional duties.

Exporters have been advised to ensure accuracy in Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes and country-of-origin details to fully benefit from applicable exemptions.