The importer of record is responsible for paying duty. The seller of the goods cannot pay duty in advance. Be leery of sellers who claim duty on your purchase will be prepaid. Cleared and Delivered may pay duty on your behalf as part of their services in clearing your goods when they arrive in the United States.

Section 232 Pharmaceutical Tariffs: What Importers Need to Know
The Section 232 pharmaceutical tariffs are now live for major manufacturers. Here’s a plain-English breakdown of the 100% duty, who’s affected, key exemptions, and what importers must do before September 29, 2026.



