US Tariff Exposure
US Tariffs on Dominican Republic
Updated August 2026 · source: USTR Section 301 & Federal Register
The Dominican Republic exports cigars, medical instruments, and clothing. A 10% tariff means Dominican cigars and some medical supplies could see price increases.
Dominican Republic tariff rates by sector
| Sector | US tariff rate | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Instruments | 10% | USTR / official |
| Tobacco & Cigars | 10% | USTR / official |
| Textiles | 10% | USTR / official |
| Jewelry | 10% | USTR / official |
| Cocoa | 10% | USTR / official |
Dominican Republic trade & debt exposure to the US
- U.S. Treasury Holdings $0.5B Small holdings
- Trade Deficit (Annual) $4.1B 2024 goods trade deficit
Dominican Republic tariffs — FAQ
What is the US tariff rate on Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic faces an effective US tariff of 12.5%, with Medical Instruments seeing the highest sector rate at 10%. Rates are drawn from USTR Section 301 schedules and recent Federal Register actions.
Which Dominican Republic sectors are hit hardest by US tariffs?
Medical Instruments (10%), Tobacco & Cigars (10%), Textiles (10%).
What does Dominican Republic's tariff impact score mean?
28/100 — FinBrio's impact score combines the headline tariff rate, how many sectors are affected, and the country's trade exposure to the US into a single 0–100 measure of how hard US trade policy hits it.
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