Thursday, 26 February, 2026
Bizcommunity
Industry body South Africa Wine said its interpretation of the announcement indicates the tariff will apply to all South African wine entering the United States between 24 February and 24 July 2026 — a period of 150 days.
The White House proclamation issued on 20 February confirms a temporary 10% ad valorem import surcharge on goods entering the United States, effective during that period, unless extended by Congress.
South Africa Wine noted that while the White House initially referenced a 10% tariff, Trump later stated on social media that the global tariff rate under the same legal provision could be increased to 15%. At the time of its notice, no formal executive order had confirmed an increase beyond 10%.
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