Solar Panels – Tariff Update
The current administration has introduced 10% tariffs on China and 25% on Canada and Mexico, even though both have been delayed for a month.
The executive order, which took effect on February 1, sees new, additional tariffs of 10% levied on all goods from China and 25% on all goods from Canada and Mexico; however, energy resources will have a lower tariff of 10% starting from Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
According to law firm White & Case, solar PV panels are not included in the definition of energy resources based on the January 20 National Energy Emergency Executive Order.
This move will increase tariffs on certain solar products from China by up to 60%, including solar cells, wafers, and polysilicon. This comes only months after the Biden administration increased tariffs, under Section 301, for solar cells from 25% to 50% in September 2024 and later on did the same for wafers and polysilicon. These last two took effect at the beginning of the year.
However, the February 1st tariffs do not affect orders placed before that date. Solar racking manufacturers must adapt to market volatilities to complete projects commissioned before and after the tariff placement.
AW2 Logistics has extensive experience in the Solar Panel industry and a nationwide reach (domestic USA) in warehousing. With the imposition of these tariffs, solar panel importers have a key ally in 3PL providers that offer a wider range of warehousing solutions.
If you have supply chain concerns and needs in this area, please contact , Dean Steiner, VP of Sales & Strategy, to discuss your needs in more detail, d.steiner@aw2logistics.com, or 1-877-223-0605. If you have a question for Dean, please complete the contact form below and hit the submit button.