美国关税最新“B计划”曝光：《贸易法》第301条、122条

Core Points - The White House is gradually changing its tariff strategy in response to high domestic inflation and uncertainties following a Supreme Court tariff hearing [1] - The Trump administration is preparing a backup plan to impose tariffs unilaterally under Sections 301 and 122 of the Trade Act if "reciprocal tariffs" are overturned [1][3] - The Supreme Court is currently hearing lawsuits led by small importers and Democratic states, challenging the legality of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) [3] Group 1 - The Trade Act Section 301 allows investigations into "unreasonable or unjust trade practices" and has been used over 130 times historically, with 35 investigations initiated post-1995 [1] - Section 122 of the Trade Act permits the President to impose tariffs of up to 15% for a maximum of 150 days [3] - The Department of Commerce has initiated new investigations under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, targeting industries such as metals and automobiles, with potential implications for a wide range of manufacturing sectors [3] Group 2 - The White House has recently adjusted the scope of "reciprocal tariffs," excluding various agricultural products such as coffee, bananas, and beef from additional tariffs [4] - The updated tariff exemptions and potential adjustments for "allied partners" have been released [4] - The changes took effect starting November 13 [5]