USA: Auto Tariffs Explainer + Implementation Helper
- Arne Mielken
- Apr 3
- 11 min read
How will Trump’s 25% auto tariff reshape global trade? Explore What is in the Executive ORder and How to Implement it
A2: On March 26, 2025, the President issued Proclamation 10908, imposing a 25% tariff on imports of certain passenger vehicles and light trucks from all countries. This is done under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, and affects specific automobile and light truck classifications in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS).
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Key Questions Covered in This Blog
Why impose tariffs?
Summary of the Proclamation on Automobile Tariffs
Which products are concerned?
What are the implications around USMCA?
What is the legal basis?
When does the new import duty on automobiles take effect?
Which HTSUS classifications are affected by the tariff?
How should importers file entries under the new duty?
What are the key provisions under the tariff?
How does the tariff apply to foreign trade zones?
Is there any drawback available for the new duties?
Are there exemptions under Chapter 98 or other provisions?
Where can importers find further guidance on filing?
What should importers do if they encounter issues with ACE entry rejections?
Where can importers find more information or ask questions?
How Will These Tariffs Impact Global Auto Trade and Supply Chains?
What car producers are impacted?
What Are the Customs and Compliance Challenges for Importers?
Could Retaliatory Tariffs from Other Nations Escalate Trade Tensions?
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