Letters outlining new tariff levels

The tariff letters have been released for the following additional countries:

  • 30% for Libya
  • 30% for Iraq
  • 30% for Algeria
  • 5% for Moldova
  • 25% for Brunei
  • 20% for Philippines. Goods transshipment to evade higher tariff will be subject to higher tariffs.

Prior to today:

  • 14 Countries Notified, including major allies:

    • Japan & South Korea: 25% tariffs on all imports

    • Other countries and rates:

      • Myanmar & Laos: 40%

      • Cambodia & Thailand: 36% (unchanged from last round)

      • South Africa, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Tunisia, Serbia, Cambodia, Bosnia & Herzegovina: between 25% and 40%

  • Upcoming Sector-Specific Tariffs flagged in the letters and other signals:

    • Copper: 50% tariff announced

    • Semiconductors & Pharmaceuticals: additional tariffs under review/directed

This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.