The latest decree of US President Donald Trump raised tariffs from 84% to 125% for China, but this happened in addition to the 20% tariff on fentanyl, which was imposed even earlier, so the tariff rate is actually 145%. This is reported by CNBC with reference to a White House representative, reports UNN.
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According to the publication, the US tariff rate on Chinese imports is now actually 145%. Trump's latest decree raises tariffs on Beijing to 125% from 84%, but this is in addition to the 20% tariff on fentanyl, which Trump previously imposed on China.
Recall
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, April 9, said that he had authorized a 90-day pause on the introduction of new US tariffs and raised them for China to 125% due to "lack of respect".