Why did the U.S. initiate the Section 301 investigation?

The U.S. initiated the investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to replace the legal basis of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

Which other countries are recommended for the 10% tariff rate?

Besides Taiwan, other countries recommended for the 10% rate include Indonesia, Malaysia, the EU, Canada, and the UK.

When will these tariffs take effect?

The effective date is currently undetermined. A final decision is expected by the end of July, following a comment period ending July 6 and a public hearing on July 7.

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Executive Yuan: ART Commitments Recognized; US Section 301 Tariffs on Taiwan More Favorable than Japan and South Korea

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The U.S. Department of Commerce, citing forced labor, plans to impose 10% tariffs on Taiwan and 13 other countries under Section 301. The Executive Yuan's Taiwan-US Economic and Trade Working Group stated that because the U.S. recognized the Reciprocal Trade Agreement (ART) signed between Taiwan and the U.S., Taiwan was included among the 14 countries recommended for the lower 10% tariff rate, which is more favorable than the 12.5% rate recommended for Japan, South Korea, and others. The final tariff rate has not been determined, but Taiwan is confident in securing relatively preferential treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did the U.S. initiate the Section 301 investigation?: A: The U.S. initiated the investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to replace the legal basis of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
Q: Which other countries are recommended for the 10% tariff rate?: A: Besides Taiwan, other countries recommended for the 10% rate include Indonesia, Malaysia, the EU, Canada, and the UK.
Q: When will these tariffs take effect?: A: The effective date is currently undetermined. A final decision is expected by the end of July, following a comment period ending July 6 and a public hearing on July 7.