The average US container import tariff stands at 21 per cent, reports New York's FreightWaves, citing Maersk data.
Maersk said the current effective rate is less than half the 54 per cent peak seen earlier in 2025.
A 90-day US-China tariff pause ends July 9, with future agreements uncertain.
Maersk reported worsening visibility and persistent trade barriers despite tariff pauses.
Freight rates from China to US west coast ports have dropped following weaker demand.
US import volumes remain volatile; Maersk projects flat-to-modest demand for 2025.
Some US importers have shifted sourcing away from China to reduce risk.
Maersk warned Middle East tensions keep Red Sea routes a security concern.
Its Gemini alliance with Hapag-Lloyd posted 90.9 per cent on-time performance in May.