U.S. announces probe into chip, electronics imports, paving the way for new tariffs
Publishing timestamp: 2025-04-15 05:18:54
Summary
The U.S. Commerce Department is conducting a national security investigation into imports of semiconductor technology and related downstream products. Despite exemptions from Trump's tariffs, the investigation will not exclude chips and electronics supply chain. The investigation could lead to additional trade measures, including tariffs, to protect national security. Trump and officials have indicated that separate tariffs for semiconductors and electronic products are coming in the near future.
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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/15/us-discloses-details-on-chips-probe-as-it-prepares-new-tariffs-.html