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针对铜产品、小额包裹和巴西 美国宣布多项关税措施
Xin Hua She·2025-08-01 00:04

Group 1 - The U.S. will impose a 50% tariff on imported copper semi-finished products and high-copper-content derivatives starting August 1 [1] - The tariff is based on Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, affecting products such as copper pipes, wires, rods, and sheets, as well as derived products like fittings, cables, connectors, and electrical components [1] - The majority of copper consumed in the U.S. is imported, and the tariffs are expected to increase costs for U.S. manufacturers without incentivizing appropriate economic behavior [1] Group 2 - Starting August 29, the U.S. will suspend the tax exemption for imported packages valued at $800 or less, requiring all applicable taxes to be paid [1] - From August 6, a 40% tariff will be imposed on products imported from Brazil, raising the tariff rate on most Brazilian products to 50%, with exceptions for certain items like aircraft, nuts, orange juice, and some metal products [2] - Brazilian officials have indicated that they may consider retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products if the U.S. tariffs are implemented, criticizing U.S. unilateralism and trade protectionism [2]