Statement by Minister McEntee on US Tariffs, 24 July 2026

Statement by Minister McEntee on US Tariffs, 24 July 2026

• From: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

• Published on: 24 July 2026
• Last updated on: 24 July 2026

Responding to the outcome of the Section 301 investigation by the US, which has resulted in new tariffs by the US, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee TD, stated:

"I take note of the publication of the new US tariffs regime, which is effective today and replaces the section 122 tariffs. These new tariffs confirm that the US will apply a 10% all-inclusive tariff on EU goods exported to the US and are in line with the commitments under the Turnberry agreement, which includes an all-inclusive ceiling of 15%. This is welcome and shows the clear value of the agreement. It also confirms that there will be no stacking of existing tariffs, which had been an area of concern for us for some of our agrifood exports, including dairy.

"Along with our European partners, we will undertake a detailed review of the legal notice from the US to fully understand the implications. However, the outcome of what has been published is in line with expectations following my phone call with USTR Greer on Tuesday.

"As we continue with the implementation of the Joint Statement, we will focus on exploring further tariff exemptions for key products and sectors for the EU and Irish economies.

"I was in touch with both USTR Greer and Commissioner Šefčovič on Tuesday and will remain in close contact with both. As EU Presidency, the Government will focus on dialogue and on giving as much certainty and clarity as possible to Irish and European businesses."

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