The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has published the final text of a decision imposing a 12.5% tariff on goods imported from Morocco, with a limited list of exceptions. The measure, announced on August 14, 2026, marks a significant shift in U.S.-Morocco trade relations.
According to the USTR document, the tariff applies broadly to Moroccan products, but certain items are excluded. The specific list of exceptions has not been fully disclosed in public summaries, but officials indicate it includes goods deemed critical to U.S. supply chains or those covered by existing agreements.
Moroccan officials have expressed disappointment, noting that the two countries have a free trade agreement since 2006. The new tariff could affect key exports such as agricultural products, textiles, and automotive components, which have grown under the FTA.
Economic analysts say the move may be part of broader U.S. trade policy adjustments, but they caution that the impact on Moroccan exporters could be substantial, potentially leading to reduced competitiveness in the U.S. market.
The USTR has stated that the tariff is effective immediately, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection will begin collecting the new duties on August 15, 2026. Further details are expected in the coming days.
