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All the tariffs announced by Donald Trump: from 'worst offenders' to cars

New duties announced by Donald Trump will have a significant impact on more than 100 countries

3 April 2025

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Donald Trump announced a new set of reciprocal tariffs, with the stated aim of strengthening the US economy and rebalancing global trade. The new measures, introduced by executive order, will have a significant impact on international markets and will affect more than 100 countries.

10% basic duty

As of 5 April, the US will apply 'baseline' tariffs of 10% on all imports. Some countries will only be subject to this tariff without further restrictive measures. These include the United Kingdom, Singapore, Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, Turkey, Colombia, Argentina, El Salvador, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

Customised duties for the 'worst offenders'

As of 9 April, higher tariffs will go into effect for some 60 countries deemed to be 'worst offenders'. These states in turn apply higher tariffs to US products, impose non-tariff barriers, or adopt trade practices that, according to the White House, harm American economic interests. The main countries involved and their respective rates are: European Union (20%), China (54%), Vietnam (46%), Thailand (36%), Japan (24%), Cambodia (49%), South Africa (30%) and Taiwan (32%).

No additional duties for Canada and Mexico

Canada and Mexico are not included in the new tariff package. However, trade relations with these two countries will continue to be regulated by previous executive orders, which provide for duties of 25% on certain sectors, in particular the automotive sector, as part of measures to counter fentanyl trafficking and border security issues.

25% duties on imported cars

One of the most drastic measures concerns the automotive sector: as of 3 April, the US will impose duties of 25 per cent on all cars produced abroad. This measure could have a significant impact on Japanese and European car manufacturers, as well as manufacturers with plants in Asia and Latin America.

The reactions

Trump's announcement of new tariffs has already triggered reactions in global markets. While some experts argue that these measures will boost domestic production and reduce the US trade deficit, others fear retaliation from affected trading partners, which will affect US exports. The coming months will be decisive in assessing the concrete effect of these measures on the global economy and international trade relations.

The background

Trump and his administration have been talking about the so-called 'Liberation Day' for weeks, although in recent days the president had hinted that the tariffs would not be completely reciprocal. To date, the announced tariffs represent Trump's largest tariff package.