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US tariffs in 2025: announcement, China talks and revised scope

Follow the initial reciprocal-tariff order, the Geneva agreement with China and a later change to the policy scope. Announced rates, temporary suspensions and product exceptions are different steps.

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Reviewed 9/21/2026

Selected policy announcements from April-September 2025. Rates here are historical and are not a current customs calculation.

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Through 9/5/2025

Selected policy announcements from April-September 2025. Rates here are historical and are not a current customs calculation.