# US Court Ruling on Global Import Tariffs of Ten Percent **Category:** Companies | **Source:** Frachtportal Redaktion | **Published:** 2026-05-09 | **Updated:** 2026-06-27 **Tags:** Zoll, Handel, Import, Recht, Supply Chain, CBP, Logistik News, Transport News, Fracht News, Speditions News, Supply Chain News, Zoll News, Frachtportal News, Seefracht, Digitalisierung > A US court has partially deemed the ten percent import tariffs imposed by the Trump administration as unlawful. The immediate effects remain limited, and the legal situation continues to be uncertain. --- **Court Halts Parts of Import Tariffs, Legal Uncertainty Remains** A court in the United States has partially ruled that the temporary import tariffs of ten percent on global goods flows are unlawful. At the center is a decision by the **United States Court of International Trade** made on May 7 with a narrow majority. The regulation was previously introduced through a presidential order and was based on an interpretation of **Section 122** of the Trade Act of 1974. The then-government justified the measure by citing global trade imbalances and balance of payments risks. The court has now concluded that this justification is insufficient to be legally recognized as a balance of payments deficit under the law. Thus, it was determined that the authority to implement such a comprehensive tariff measure was exceeded. **Limited Immediate Impact on Goods Traffic** Despite the decision, the practical effect remains significantly restricted for now. The court order currently only applies to three parties involved in the proceedings. These include the state of Washington, the company **Burlap and Barrel**, and **Basic Fun**. For these actors, the tariff burden may be immediately lifted.[](https://www.srf.ch/news/international/zollpolitik-des-us-praesidenten-us-handelsgericht-spricht-sich-gegen-trumps-10-prozent-zoelle-aus) For all other importers in the United States, the ten percent fee remains active. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection still collects the fee in the ongoing import process. **Legal Dispute with Possible Continuation at Higher Level** The government is expected to appeal. The case could be taken to the Federal Court of Appeals and later to the Supreme Court. This situation leaves the circumstances for international supply chains and trade flows open-ended. Companies along the **Supply Chain** need to prepare for potential changes in tariff practices without having immediate clarity. **Significance for Global Supply Chains** The decision primarily impacts the area of international goods logistics. Although no immediate adjustments are necessary, the case highlights the high legal uncertainty concerning short-term tariff adjustments. For transport planning, cost calculations, and **Incoterms**, the current tariff burden remains relevant. Particularly affected are import-intensive sectors with a high dependence on stable fee structures. --- The decision creates a situation of partial legal change without operational disruption for most market participants. For shippers and freight forwarders, the central question is whether the calculation of landed costs should be adjusted. Currently, the answer for the majority of freight flows is no, as tariffs remain in force. However, the case highlights a broader risk for supply chains. Regulatory changes tied to interpretations of trade law can be implemented quickly but also challenged just as swiftly, leading to uncertain planning horizons. For logistics operators, this means that monitoring customs risk remains essential. Individuals importing goods may not notice an immediate change at checkout or during customs clearance. The overarching implication is that trade-related measures tied to political instruments may remain unstable even after their implementation. --- The court is the United States Court of International Trade.A decisive 2 to 1 majority ruled on the matter.The measure was based on Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974.The import duty amounted to ten percent on many categories of goods.Only three parties are currently directly affected by the decision.The U.S. Customs Authority continues to impose the duty on most imports.An appeal is very likely and may go through multiple instances. --- *Canonical URL: [https://www.freight-academy.com/en/news/us-gerichtsurteil-zu-globalen-importzoellen-von-zehn-prozent-20260509223202](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/news/us-gerichtsurteil-zu-globalen-importzoellen-von-zehn-prozent-20260509223202)* *Markdown mirror: [https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/news/en/us-gerichtsurteil-zu-globalen-importzoellen-von-zehn-prozent-20260509223202](https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/news/en/us-gerichtsurteil-zu-globalen-importzoellen-von-zehn-prozent-20260509223202)*