[–><!–>The escalating trade war between the United States and China has created deep uncertainty for U.S. companies that rely on Chinese suppliers. Retaliations in recent days by the two countries have resulted in huge average tax rates on their each other’s imports, with tariffs often costing more than the price of the goods themselves.–><!–>
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A standard tax applied to imports from the world. The rate depends on the goods. Most rates are very low.
Taxes introduced during the first Trump administration and expanded by former President Joseph R. Biden as a way to protect U.S. industries.
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Trump imposed a 25% tariff on these imports worldwide.
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On steel and some products that contain steel.
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On aluminum and some products that contain aluminum.
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On cars and car parts.
Trump imposed and raised tariffs on Chinese goods multiple times this year.
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On all goods as a punishment for the flow of fentanyl into the United States.
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On all goods in an effort to reset the trade balance between the two countries.
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Lithium-ion batteries
Squid
Wool sweaters
Plastic dishes
Toasters
Electric cars
Toys, dolls, puzzles
Laptops
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Aluminum foil
Car wheels
Semiconductors
Metal furniture
Door hinges for cars
Children’s books
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[–><!–>Syringes and needles are charged some of the highest tariff rates. These items are among the Chinese goods targeted initially by the first Trump administration and then subject to increases under Mr. Biden. His administration levied a 100 percent tariff on syringes and needles last September as a part of an effort to protect American factories and show a tough-on-China stance.–><!–>
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Cars, car parts
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Fentanyl” tariff
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