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China is a primary source of international trade for the United States, as evidenced by the significant volume of imports originating from the country [1] and the economic impact of these goods on U.S. trade policy {fact:2, fact:8}. Furthermore, China is a central focus of recent and proposed tariff measures targeting the cost and volume of its imports {fact:1, fact:3, fact:4, fact:5, fact:6, fact:9}.
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Tariffs: Estimating the Economic Impact of the 2025 Measures and ... richmondfed.org 7 facts
claimScenario 2 of the proposed 2025 tariff package includes a 20 percent tariff on all imports from China, a 25 percent tariff on aluminum and steel imports from all countries, and a 25 percent tariff on goods imported from Canada and Mexico not covered under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
measurementBetween 2018 and 2019, the United States imposed tariffs ranging from 10 percent to 25 percent on hundreds of billions of dollars of imports from China.
accountThe share of United States imports originating from China decreased from 22.0 percent in 2017 to 13.8 percent in 2024, reflecting business adjustments to the 2018-2019 tariffs by shifting supply chains to alternate trade partners.
claimThe "China shock" refers to economic disruptions characterized by rapid growth in imports from China following China's entry into the World Trade Organization in 2001.
measurementThe most aggressive tariff package simulated by the Richmond Fed includes a 25 percent tariff on EU imports, 20 percent on Chinese imports, 25 percent on steel and aluminum, 25 percent on non-USMCA goods from Canada and Mexico, and 25 percent on auto imports.
measurementThe Richmond Fed's 'Scenario 2' tariff model assumes a 20 percent increase on all imports from China, a 25 percent increase on all aluminum and steel imports, and a 25 percent tariff on non-USMCA goods from Canada and Mexico relative to the benchmark case.
measurementAs of March 2025, the United States has introduced new tariffs, including an additional 20 percent on all imports from China and a 25 percent tariff on aluminum and steel imports from several countries.
Academic Paper: The Future of Trade Wars in Trump's Foreign Policy eng.alzaytouna.net 2 facts
measurementAssuming full pass-through, the cost of imports from China rises by approximately 22 cents for every dollar of imported goods due to the 20% tariff on Chinese imports.
measurementAs of March 2025, the implementation of 20% tariffs on all Chinese imports and 25% tariffs on aluminum and steel increased the average effective tariff rate (AETR) to 7.1%.