Countries the U.S. Has Placed Tariffs On

The United States has imposed tariffs on a wide range of countries throughout its history, often targeting specific industries or responding to trade disputes. Major targets include:

Historical & Recent Examples

• China: Broad tariffs since 2018 (Section 301), covering hundreds of billions in goods (electronics, machinery, textiles, etc.).
• Mexico & Canada: Steel/aluminum tariffs (2018–2019); auto-sector threats under USMCA negotiations.
• European Union: Steel/aluminum (2018); Airbus subsidy retaliation (2019–2021, wine, cheese, aircraft parts).
• Japan: Auto/auto parts threats (2019); 1980s semiconductor and supercomputer duties.
• South Korea: Steel, washing machines, solar panels (2010s).
• Brazil, Argentina: Steel/aluminum (2019–2020).
• India: Steel, aluminum, agricultural products (various years).
• Russia: Elevated tariffs post-2022 invasion (Revoking PNTR status).

Common Justifications

Trade imbalances

Reducing bilateral deficits (e.g., with China).

Unfair practices

Dumping, subsidies, IP theft, forced technology transfer.

National security

Section 232 tariffs on steel/aluminum (protect domestic capacity).

Retaliation

Countermeasures against partners' tariffs on U.S. exports.

Note

Tariff regimes change frequently. For current rates, consult the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule or the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR).