Some Tariff Relief!

As part of an Executive Order issued November 14, 2025, the administration has revised and expanded the set of commodities in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) that are exempt from reciprocal tariffs. These changes, reflected in updates to “Annex II” and “Annex III,” partially target commodities that cannot be sourced within the United States.
 
Of particular note, many tea and spice commodities in Chapter 9 of the HTS that were… READ MORE >>

Tariffs Threaten US Market for Traditional Chinese Medicine—NYT

“How Do I Survive?” —from the NY Times —
TCM Dispensary owners say a protracted trade war would harm a niche but popular sector in which imported herbs are prescribed to treat colds, pain and other ailments. …Traditional Chinese medicine is just one of many industries that has been upended by the tariffs and the uncertainty over when, or whether, they may be lifted. Already, fewer ships are arriving in American ports, and consumers could begin seeing empty shelves by.… READ MORE >>

PROTECT ACCESS to WELLNESS: Tariffs on Essential Herbs Threaten Americans’ Health Choices

The AHPA urges policymakers to support tariff exemptions for certain essential herbs and herbal ingredients from plants that cannot be cultivated domestically. These herbs and ingredients are used in… READ MORE >>

AHPA’s Response to Executive Order 14257, Annex II: DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS

In a meeting with the United States Trade Representative, AHPA received confirmation that commodities included in Annex II of the Executive Order on TARIFFS that were not already subject to Section 232 duties were selected to be subject to investigation and the potential imposition of import controls. AHPA’s category of concern within Annex II’s long list of Commodities is DIETARY INGREDIENTS. This category includes… READ MORE >>

AHPA’s Letter to the President

AHPA’s Letter to the President

EXCERPT “…We are particularly concerned that significant tariff increases or retaliatory trade actions could restrict the availability of key botanicals used not only in dietary supplements but also in herbal teas and personal care products. The loss of access to critical herbal commodities would have the effect of driving the American herbal industry out of the broader international market, ceding ground in a growing industry to our global competitors. To protect consumer access and preserve our competitive advantage, we respectfully urge you to exempt essential herbs and herbal ingredients from the current tariff regime. We would gladly provide information on the tariff codes most in need of exemption. …” READ THE WHOLE LETTER HERE >>