China announced it will increase tariffs on all imports from the United States from 34% to 84%, starting April 10, according to a statement released Wednesday by the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council.
The move comes in direct response to the U.S. government’s decision on April 8, 2025, to raise tariffs on Chinese exports to the United States from 34% to 84%. The U.S. action has been met with strong opposition from Beijing.
“The U.S. has made another erroneous move that severely infringes upon China’s legitimate rights and interests and undermines the rules-based multilateral trading system,” the commission said in its statement.
China’s decision to impose the additional 50% tariff is backed by the Customs Law, the Import and Export Tariff Regulations, the Foreign Trade Law of China, and fundamental principles of international law. The tariff increase will take effect at 12:01 p.m. on April 10, 2025.
The escalating tariff measures between the world’s two largest economies raise concerns about potential impacts on global trade and economic stability. Analysts warn that such trade tensions could have ripple effects across markets worldwide.
“It is crucial for both sides to engage in constructive dialogue to resolve these issues and prevent further escalation,” said an international trade expert. “A continued trade war benefits no one.”
