U.S. Imposes New Import Tariffs on 60 Trading Partners
Saturday, 2026/07/25147 words2 minutes1876 reads
The United States has introduced new import tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners. The measures took effect on July 24, 2026.
The Office of the United States Trade Representative explained that the action was taken under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. U.S. officials conducted investigations into whether trading partners effectively enforce bans on imports made with forced labor. The tariffs include exemptions for some raw materials, energy products, certain food items, and products that could cause broad economic disruption.
This new policy replaced a temporary 10% global tariff that had reached its 150-day limit. That earlier measure followed a Supreme Court decision stating that the president could not use the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose broad import duties. Tariffs are taxes charged on imported goods, and businesses may need to adjust their costs and supply decisions.
