2025 U.S. Tariffs on Trade Partners
Impact Summary: Tariffs postponed for one month on goods for automakers & certain other goods imported from Canada & Mexico. The month-long pause on tariffs comes after requests from U.S. automakers; the remaining pause affects goods compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Industries Affected: Automotive, electronics, manufacturing, agriculture, construction, energy, retail
Potential Impact: Increased costs for imported components, potential production slowdowns, shifting supplier relationships.
Recommended Actions: Evaluate supplier diversification, reassess sourcing strategies, explore domestic alternatives.
U.S. implements 90-day pause on new tariffs for many countries starting April 9. Tariffs on Chinese goods increases to 125%, and blanket 10% tariff on nearly all imports remains in effect.
The U.S. imposes a 104% tariff on all Chinese imports following China’s pledge to implement 34% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods. The U.S. has also raised tariffs on small packages under $800 from 30% to 90%.
The U.S. enforces 10% tariff on most imports, with higher rates to go into effect on April 9. These include 24% on Japan, 20% on EU, and 34% on China. An additional 25% tariff on foreign autos and parts also takes effect today.
California officials have been directed to explore new international trade partnerships and request exemptions for state-made products from tariffs. The effort aims to support industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and construction, and to reduce potential supply chain disruptions linked to changes in federal trade policy.
As of April 3, a 25% U.S. tariff on all auto imports has taken effect. In response, Canada announced a matching 25% tariff on U.S. auto exports that are not compliant with the CUSMA trade agreement.
The U.S. implemented new tariffs including a universal 10% tariff on all imported goods and additional tariffs ranging from 10% to 50% on dozens of specific countries, set to begin on April 9.
The U.S. will implement a 25% tariff on imported cars and car parts starting next week, citing national security powers. The policy is expected to affect major exporters such as Mexico, Japan, South Korea, and Germany, and may lead to higher vehicle production costs and consumer prices in the U.S. Tariff treatment under the USMCA will vary based on non-U.S. content and is still being finalized.