Executive Order February 11, 2026 Doc #2026-02813 Executive Order 14382

Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Iran

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In Simple Terms

The President has ordered extra taxes on goods from countries that buy goods or services from Iran. This is to address threats from Iran to the U.S.

Summary

On February 6, 2026, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14382 to address ongoing threats posed by the Government of Iran. The order imposes an additional ad valorem tariff on goods imported into the United States from countries that engage in trade with Iran. This action aims to exert economic pressure on Iran by discouraging other nations from purchasing Iranian goods and services. The Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with other key officials, is tasked with identifying such countries and determining the appropriate tariff rates. The order is part of continued efforts to manage the national emergency concerning Iran's actions, which are deemed a threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy.

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February 06, 2026

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February 11, 2026

Document #2026-02813

Analysis & Impact

💡 How This May Affect You

Working families and individuals: Higher import costs might increase prices on some goods, affecting household budgets.
Small business owners: Increased tariffs could raise costs for businesses relying on imported goods, impacting profitability.
Students and recent graduates: Potentially higher costs for imported educational materials and technology could affect budgets.
Retirees and seniors: Price increases on imported goods may strain fixed incomes, affecting purchasing power.
Different regions (urban, suburban, rural): Urban areas might see more price impacts due to higher reliance on imported goods.

🏢 Key Stakeholders

U.S. importers face challenges with increased tariffs on goods from affected countries.
Iranian economy suffers due to reduced foreign trade and economic isolation.
U.S. Commerce Department leads implementation, coordinating with State and Treasury Departments.
U.S. manufacturing may benefit from reduced competition from tariff-imposed imports.
Advocacy groups supporting diplomatic engagement with Iran face increased challenges.

📈 What to Expect

Short-term (3–12 months):

Increased tariffs strain U.S. relations with affected countries.
Short-term disruption in supply chains.
Initial diplomatic negotiations with affected allies.

Long-term (1–4 years):

Diversification of trade partners by affected countries.
Potential easing of tariffs if Iran alters policies.
Long-term economic pressure on Iran's economy.

📚 Historical Context

Similar to Executive Order 12957 (1995) by Clinton, declaring a national emergency on Iran.
Builds on Executive Orders by Bush (2001), Obama (2010), and Trump (2018) imposing Iran sanctions.
Introduces tariffs on countries trading with Iran, unlike prior sanctions focusing directly on Iran.
Expands economic measures beyond direct sanctions, using tariffs to pressure third-party countries.
Reflects ongoing U.S. strategy of economic pressure, historically notable for targeting intermediary trade.

Affected Agencies

Department of Commerce Department of State Department of the Treasury Department of Homeland Security Office of the United States Trade Representative