April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025
U.S. Declares "Liberation Day": Sweeping Tariff Regime Targets Chinese Imports and More
Overview
On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump addressed the nation from the White House Rose Garden, officially declaring “Liberation Day”—a major policy shift toward American economic independence. A new, aggressive tariff regime is now in effect, applying to all imported goods and signaling the most comprehensive overhaul of U.S. trade policy in decades.
This announcement holds profound implications for China, as well as for numerous other major U.S. trading partners.
Key Policy Highlights
1. Universal Baseline Tariff
A 10% tariff now applies to all imported goods, regardless of country of origin.
"This is a foundational step toward fairness and restoring American manufacturing," Trump said.
2. Country-Specific Tariffs
In addition to the 10% baseline, reciprocal tariffs are applied to countries deemed to have unfair trade practices. These additive tariffs bring total effective rates much higher—especially for Chinese exports.
Notable Country Rates (Additional to 10% Baseline):
Country | Add-on Tariff | Total Tariff |
| Tariff Charged by That Country to U.S. |
China | 34% | 44%–54% |
| 67% |
Vietnam | 46% | 56% |
| 90% |
Cambodia | 49% | 59% |
| 97% |
Bangladesh | 37% | 47% |
| 74% |
Sri Lanka | 44% | 54% |
| 88% |
Thailand | 36% | 46% |
| 72% |
Taiwan | 32% | 42% |
| 64% |
Indonesia | 32% | 42% |
| 64% |
India | 26% | 36% |
| 52% |
South Korea | 25% | 35% |
| 50% |
Japan | 24% | 34% |
| 46% |
European Union | 20% | 30% |
| 39% |
Pakistan | 29% | 39% |
| 58% |
3. Targeted Product Tariffs
A 25% tariff will be applied to all foreign-manufactured automobiles beginning April 3, 2025.
Similar cumulative tariffs apply to steel and aluminum imports.
4. Exemptions
Certain goods are exempt from additive tariffs (though not from the baseline 10%):
Pharmaceuticals
Semiconductors
Critical raw materials unavailable domestically
5. Stated Policy Goals
According to the administration, the revenue from these tariffs will be used to:
Lower domestic taxes
Reduce the national debt
Boost U.S. industry and job creation
6. Reactions & Implications
While the White House has framed these tariffs as necessary for economic sovereignty, they have drawn strong international criticism, including warnings of retaliation from major trading partners.
U.S. companies with cross-border operations—especially China-based exporters—should prepare for:
Higher entry costs
Customs delays
Pricing restructures
Regulatory uncertainty
Exhibit: Tariff Summary by Product Type (China)
Product Type | Baseline Tariff | Additional Tariff | Total Tariff | Notes |
General Goods | 10% | 34% | 44% | Parallel—simple addition |
Steel Products | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Cumulative—taxed on taxed amount |
Aluminum Products | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Same as steel |
Automobiles | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Cumulative—effective April 3, 2025 |
Fentanyl-related Products | 10% | 20% | 30% | Parallel taxation |
Exempted Products | 10% | None | 10% | Only baseline applies |
Cumulative taxation = Tariffs layered on previous taxed amounts
Parallel taxation = Tariffs calculated separately and then added
Recommendations for Exporters
Review existing supply contracts to assess how tariff costs will be allocated.
Engage U.S. customs counsel to confirm applicable classification and valuation strategies.
Evaluate supply chain relocation or diversification if based in high-tariff countries.
Communicate transparently with downstream customers and partners on cost pass-throughs.
If your business is impacted by the U.S. tariff expansion or if you need guidance on compliance, restructuring, or U.S. customs clearance, please contact us, we are happy to provide Legal assistance.
美国宣布“经济解放日”：全面关税新政重击中国及其他主要贸易国
发布日期：2025年4月3日
2025年4月2日，美国总统唐纳德·J·特朗普在白宫玫瑰园发表全国讲话，正式宣布“经济解放日”（Liberation Day），标志着美国经济政策迈入自力更生的新阶段。一项涵盖所有进口商品的激进关税制度已正式生效，标志着美国数十年来最全面的贸易政策改革。
此次公告对中国及众多美国主要贸易伙伴具有深远影响。
主要政策要点
1. 通用基础关税
所有进口商品（无论原产国）将统一征收10% 的基础关税。
“这是实现公平、恢复美国制造业的基础性一步。”——特朗普总统
2. 针对特定国家的附加关税
在10%基础税之外，美国将对被认定为存在不公平贸易行为的国家征收对等附加关税。这将显著提高整体税负，尤其对中国出口企业影响巨大。
部分主要国家加征关税（不含基础税）：
国家 | 附加关税 | 总体关税 | 该国对美征税比例 |
中国 | 34% | 44%-54% | 67% |
越南 | 46% | 56% | 90% |
柬埔寨 | 49% | 59% | 97% |
孟加拉国 | 37% | 47% | 74% |
斯里兰卡 | 44% | 54% | 88% |
泰国 | 36% | 46% | 72% |
台湾 | 32% | 42% | 64% |
印度尼西亚 | 32% | 42% | 64% |
印度 | 26% | 36% | 52% |
韩国 | 25% | 35% | 50% |
日本 | 24% | 34% | 46% |
欧盟 | 20% | 30% | 39% |
巴基斯坦 | 29% | 39% | 58% |
3. 针对特定商品的额外关税
自2025年4月3日起，所有外国制造的汽车将加征25%的额外关税。
同类累积关税亦适用于钢铁和铝制品进口。
4. 豁免产品
以下产品仅需缴纳基础10%关税，免征附加税：
医药产品
半导体
美国国内不可获得的关键原材料
5. 政策目标
白宫表示，关税收入将用于：
降低美国本土税收负担
减轻国家债务
提振本国工业和创造就业
6. 各方反应与潜在影响
虽然白宫将该政策定位为美国经济主权的保障措施，但国际社会普遍提出强烈批评，多个主要贸易国表示可能采取反制措施。
对美中跨境企业而言，需提前应对以下风险：
成本增加
清关延误
定价体系调整
合规与监管不确定性增加
附表：针对中国商品的关税结构概览
产品类别 | 基础关税 | 附加关税 | 总税率 | 说明 |
一般商品 | 10% | 34% | 44% | 并列征税，直接相加 |
钢铁产品 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 累计征税，对含税额加征 |
铝制品 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 同上 |
汽车 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 累计征税，自4月3日起实施 |
芬太尼相关产品 | 10% | 20% | 30% | 并列征税 |
豁免产品 | 10% | 无 | 10% | 仅征基础税，无附加税 |
累计征税：后续税率基于含税金额再计算
并列征税：各项税率基于原始金额分别计算后加总
对出口企业的建议
审查现有合同条款，明确关税成本承担方
咨询美国报关及海关分类专家，优化申报策略
考虑供应链转移或多元化，规避高关税国影响
与下游客户保持沟通，协调价格传导机制
联系我们
如贵公司受到本次美国关税扩张政策的影响，或需在合规、重组、报关等方面获得法律协助，欢迎随时联系我们.
Overview
On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump addressed the nation from the White House Rose Garden, officially declaring “Liberation Day”—a major policy shift toward American economic independence. A new, aggressive tariff regime is now in effect, applying to all imported goods and signaling the most comprehensive overhaul of U.S. trade policy in decades.
This announcement holds profound implications for China, as well as for numerous other major U.S. trading partners.
Key Policy Highlights
1. Universal Baseline Tariff
A 10% tariff now applies to all imported goods, regardless of country of origin.
"This is a foundational step toward fairness and restoring American manufacturing," Trump said.
2. Country-Specific Tariffs
In addition to the 10% baseline, reciprocal tariffs are applied to countries deemed to have unfair trade practices. These additive tariffs bring total effective rates much higher—especially for Chinese exports.
Notable Country Rates (Additional to 10% Baseline):
Country | Add-on Tariff | Total Tariff |
| Tariff Charged by That Country to U.S. |
China | 34% | 44%–54% |
| 67% |
Vietnam | 46% | 56% |
| 90% |
Cambodia | 49% | 59% |
| 97% |
Bangladesh | 37% | 47% |
| 74% |
Sri Lanka | 44% | 54% |
| 88% |
Thailand | 36% | 46% |
| 72% |
Taiwan | 32% | 42% |
| 64% |
Indonesia | 32% | 42% |
| 64% |
India | 26% | 36% |
| 52% |
South Korea | 25% | 35% |
| 50% |
Japan | 24% | 34% |
| 46% |
European Union | 20% | 30% |
| 39% |
Pakistan | 29% | 39% |
| 58% |
3. Targeted Product Tariffs
A 25% tariff will be applied to all foreign-manufactured automobiles beginning April 3, 2025.
Similar cumulative tariffs apply to steel and aluminum imports.
4. Exemptions
Certain goods are exempt from additive tariffs (though not from the baseline 10%):
Pharmaceuticals
Semiconductors
Critical raw materials unavailable domestically
5. Stated Policy Goals
According to the administration, the revenue from these tariffs will be used to:
Lower domestic taxes
Reduce the national debt
Boost U.S. industry and job creation
6. Reactions & Implications
While the White House has framed these tariffs as necessary for economic sovereignty, they have drawn strong international criticism, including warnings of retaliation from major trading partners.
U.S. companies with cross-border operations—especially China-based exporters—should prepare for:
Higher entry costs
Customs delays
Pricing restructures
Regulatory uncertainty
Exhibit: Tariff Summary by Product Type (China)
Product Type | Baseline Tariff | Additional Tariff | Total Tariff | Notes |
General Goods | 10% | 34% | 44% | Parallel—simple addition |
Steel Products | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Cumulative—taxed on taxed amount |
Aluminum Products | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Same as steel |
Automobiles | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Cumulative—effective April 3, 2025 |
Fentanyl-related Products | 10% | 20% | 30% | Parallel taxation |
Exempted Products | 10% | None | 10% | Only baseline applies |
Cumulative taxation = Tariffs layered on previous taxed amounts
Parallel taxation = Tariffs calculated separately and then added
Recommendations for Exporters
Review existing supply contracts to assess how tariff costs will be allocated.
Engage U.S. customs counsel to confirm applicable classification and valuation strategies.
Evaluate supply chain relocation or diversification if based in high-tariff countries.
Communicate transparently with downstream customers and partners on cost pass-throughs.
If your business is impacted by the U.S. tariff expansion or if you need guidance on compliance, restructuring, or U.S. customs clearance, please contact us, we are happy to provide Legal assistance.
美国宣布“经济解放日”：全面关税新政重击中国及其他主要贸易国
发布日期：2025年4月3日
2025年4月2日，美国总统唐纳德·J·特朗普在白宫玫瑰园发表全国讲话，正式宣布“经济解放日”（Liberation Day），标志着美国经济政策迈入自力更生的新阶段。一项涵盖所有进口商品的激进关税制度已正式生效，标志着美国数十年来最全面的贸易政策改革。
此次公告对中国及众多美国主要贸易伙伴具有深远影响。
主要政策要点
1. 通用基础关税
所有进口商品（无论原产国）将统一征收10% 的基础关税。
“这是实现公平、恢复美国制造业的基础性一步。”——特朗普总统
2. 针对特定国家的附加关税
在10%基础税之外，美国将对被认定为存在不公平贸易行为的国家征收对等附加关税。这将显著提高整体税负，尤其对中国出口企业影响巨大。
部分主要国家加征关税（不含基础税）：
国家 | 附加关税 | 总体关税 | 该国对美征税比例 |
中国 | 34% | 44%-54% | 67% |
越南 | 46% | 56% | 90% |
柬埔寨 | 49% | 59% | 97% |
孟加拉国 | 37% | 47% | 74% |
斯里兰卡 | 44% | 54% | 88% |
泰国 | 36% | 46% | 72% |
台湾 | 32% | 42% | 64% |
印度尼西亚 | 32% | 42% | 64% |
印度 | 26% | 36% | 52% |
韩国 | 25% | 35% | 50% |
日本 | 24% | 34% | 46% |
欧盟 | 20% | 30% | 39% |
巴基斯坦 | 29% | 39% | 58% |
3. 针对特定商品的额外关税
自2025年4月3日起，所有外国制造的汽车将加征25%的额外关税。
同类累积关税亦适用于钢铁和铝制品进口。
4. 豁免产品
以下产品仅需缴纳基础10%关税，免征附加税：
医药产品
半导体
美国国内不可获得的关键原材料
5. 政策目标
白宫表示，关税收入将用于：
降低美国本土税收负担
减轻国家债务
提振本国工业和创造就业
6. 各方反应与潜在影响
虽然白宫将该政策定位为美国经济主权的保障措施，但国际社会普遍提出强烈批评，多个主要贸易国表示可能采取反制措施。
对美中跨境企业而言，需提前应对以下风险：
成本增加
清关延误
定价体系调整
合规与监管不确定性增加
附表：针对中国商品的关税结构概览
产品类别 | 基础关税 | 附加关税 | 总税率 | 说明 |
一般商品 | 10% | 34% | 44% | 并列征税，直接相加 |
钢铁产品 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 累计征税，对含税额加征 |
铝制品 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 同上 |
汽车 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 累计征税，自4月3日起实施 |
芬太尼相关产品 | 10% | 20% | 30% | 并列征税 |
豁免产品 | 10% | 无 | 10% | 仅征基础税，无附加税 |
累计征税：后续税率基于含税金额再计算
并列征税：各项税率基于原始金额分别计算后加总
对出口企业的建议
审查现有合同条款，明确关税成本承担方
咨询美国报关及海关分类专家，优化申报策略
考虑供应链转移或多元化，规避高关税国影响
与下游客户保持沟通，协调价格传导机制
联系我们
如贵公司受到本次美国关税扩张政策的影响，或需在合规、重组、报关等方面获得法律协助，欢迎随时联系我们.
Overview
On April 2, 2025, President Donald J. Trump addressed the nation from the White House Rose Garden, officially declaring “Liberation Day”—a major policy shift toward American economic independence. A new, aggressive tariff regime is now in effect, applying to all imported goods and signaling the most comprehensive overhaul of U.S. trade policy in decades.
This announcement holds profound implications for China, as well as for numerous other major U.S. trading partners.
Key Policy Highlights
1. Universal Baseline Tariff
A 10% tariff now applies to all imported goods, regardless of country of origin.
"This is a foundational step toward fairness and restoring American manufacturing," Trump said.
2. Country-Specific Tariffs
In addition to the 10% baseline, reciprocal tariffs are applied to countries deemed to have unfair trade practices. These additive tariffs bring total effective rates much higher—especially for Chinese exports.
Notable Country Rates (Additional to 10% Baseline):
Country | Add-on Tariff | Total Tariff |
| Tariff Charged by That Country to U.S. |
China | 34% | 44%–54% |
| 67% |
Vietnam | 46% | 56% |
| 90% |
Cambodia | 49% | 59% |
| 97% |
Bangladesh | 37% | 47% |
| 74% |
Sri Lanka | 44% | 54% |
| 88% |
Thailand | 36% | 46% |
| 72% |
Taiwan | 32% | 42% |
| 64% |
Indonesia | 32% | 42% |
| 64% |
India | 26% | 36% |
| 52% |
South Korea | 25% | 35% |
| 50% |
Japan | 24% | 34% |
| 46% |
European Union | 20% | 30% |
| 39% |
Pakistan | 29% | 39% |
| 58% |
3. Targeted Product Tariffs
A 25% tariff will be applied to all foreign-manufactured automobiles beginning April 3, 2025.
Similar cumulative tariffs apply to steel and aluminum imports.
4. Exemptions
Certain goods are exempt from additive tariffs (though not from the baseline 10%):
Pharmaceuticals
Semiconductors
Critical raw materials unavailable domestically
5. Stated Policy Goals
According to the administration, the revenue from these tariffs will be used to:
Lower domestic taxes
Reduce the national debt
Boost U.S. industry and job creation
6. Reactions & Implications
While the White House has framed these tariffs as necessary for economic sovereignty, they have drawn strong international criticism, including warnings of retaliation from major trading partners.
U.S. companies with cross-border operations—especially China-based exporters—should prepare for:
Higher entry costs
Customs delays
Pricing restructures
Regulatory uncertainty
Exhibit: Tariff Summary by Product Type (China)
Product Type | Baseline Tariff | Additional Tariff | Total Tariff | Notes |
General Goods | 10% | 34% | 44% | Parallel—simple addition |
Steel Products | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Cumulative—taxed on taxed amount |
Aluminum Products | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Same as steel |
Automobiles | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | Cumulative—effective April 3, 2025 |
Fentanyl-related Products | 10% | 20% | 30% | Parallel taxation |
Exempted Products | 10% | None | 10% | Only baseline applies |
Cumulative taxation = Tariffs layered on previous taxed amounts
Parallel taxation = Tariffs calculated separately and then added
Recommendations for Exporters
Review existing supply contracts to assess how tariff costs will be allocated.
Engage U.S. customs counsel to confirm applicable classification and valuation strategies.
Evaluate supply chain relocation or diversification if based in high-tariff countries.
Communicate transparently with downstream customers and partners on cost pass-throughs.
If your business is impacted by the U.S. tariff expansion or if you need guidance on compliance, restructuring, or U.S. customs clearance, please contact us, we are happy to provide Legal assistance.
美国宣布“经济解放日”：全面关税新政重击中国及其他主要贸易国
发布日期：2025年4月3日
2025年4月2日，美国总统唐纳德·J·特朗普在白宫玫瑰园发表全国讲话，正式宣布“经济解放日”（Liberation Day），标志着美国经济政策迈入自力更生的新阶段。一项涵盖所有进口商品的激进关税制度已正式生效，标志着美国数十年来最全面的贸易政策改革。
此次公告对中国及众多美国主要贸易伙伴具有深远影响。
主要政策要点
1. 通用基础关税
所有进口商品（无论原产国）将统一征收10% 的基础关税。
“这是实现公平、恢复美国制造业的基础性一步。”——特朗普总统
2. 针对特定国家的附加关税
在10%基础税之外，美国将对被认定为存在不公平贸易行为的国家征收对等附加关税。这将显著提高整体税负，尤其对中国出口企业影响巨大。
部分主要国家加征关税（不含基础税）：
国家 | 附加关税 | 总体关税 | 该国对美征税比例 |
中国 | 34% | 44%-54% | 67% |
越南 | 46% | 56% | 90% |
柬埔寨 | 49% | 59% | 97% |
孟加拉国 | 37% | 47% | 74% |
斯里兰卡 | 44% | 54% | 88% |
泰国 | 36% | 46% | 72% |
台湾 | 32% | 42% | 64% |
印度尼西亚 | 32% | 42% | 64% |
印度 | 26% | 36% | 52% |
韩国 | 25% | 35% | 50% |
日本 | 24% | 34% | 46% |
欧盟 | 20% | 30% | 39% |
巴基斯坦 | 29% | 39% | 58% |
3. 针对特定商品的额外关税
自2025年4月3日起，所有外国制造的汽车将加征25%的额外关税。
同类累积关税亦适用于钢铁和铝制品进口。
4. 豁免产品
以下产品仅需缴纳基础10%关税，免征附加税：
医药产品
半导体
美国国内不可获得的关键原材料
5. 政策目标
白宫表示，关税收入将用于：
降低美国本土税收负担
减轻国家债务
提振本国工业和创造就业
6. 各方反应与潜在影响
虽然白宫将该政策定位为美国经济主权的保障措施，但国际社会普遍提出强烈批评，多个主要贸易国表示可能采取反制措施。
对美中跨境企业而言，需提前应对以下风险：
成本增加
清关延误
定价体系调整
合规与监管不确定性增加
附表：针对中国商品的关税结构概览
产品类别 | 基础关税 | 附加关税 | 总税率 | 说明 |
一般商品 | 10% | 34% | 44% | 并列征税，直接相加 |
钢铁产品 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 累计征税，对含税额加征 |
铝制品 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 同上 |
汽车 | 10% | 25% | ~37.5% | 累计征税，自4月3日起实施 |
芬太尼相关产品 | 10% | 20% | 30% | 并列征税 |
豁免产品 | 10% | 无 | 10% | 仅征基础税，无附加税 |
累计征税：后续税率基于含税金额再计算
并列征税：各项税率基于原始金额分别计算后加总
对出口企业的建议
审查现有合同条款，明确关税成本承担方
咨询美国报关及海关分类专家，优化申报策略
考虑供应链转移或多元化，规避高关税国影响
与下游客户保持沟通，协调价格传导机制
联系我们
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