HS Code:
Articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(dd) to this subchapter, encompass a specific range of goods subject to special tariff treatment under U.S. trade regulations. This category often includes various manufactured goods, electronics, textiles, and other products that fall under designated Harmonized System (HS) codes. These products are typically subject to additional duties or restrictions due to trade policies, such as Section 301 tariffs imposed on Chinese goods as part of U.S.-China trade tensions. The classification ensures proper monitoring and application of tariffs to address issues like unfair trade practices or intellectual property concerns.
Total Trade Volume
USD 550 billion
Data from 2022
Source
U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
USD 450 billion
81.8% of total imports from China under this category of total trade
Decreasing
USD 50 billion
9.1% of total imports from China under this category of total trade
Stable
USD 25 billion
4.5% of total imports from China under this category of total trade
Increasing
USD 15 billion
2.7% of total imports from China under this category of total trade
Stable
USD 10 billion
1.8% of total imports from China under this category of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
25% additional duty under Section 301
Highest Rate
25% on specific electronics and machinery
Lowest Rate
7.5% on certain consumer goods after tariff reductions in 2020
Diversification of supply chains
Due to high tariffs, many U.S. companies are shifting sourcing to countries like Vietnam, Taiwan, and Mexico, reducing reliance on Chinese imports under this category.
2021-2022
Increased focus on domestic production
U.S. policies are incentivizing domestic manufacturing to counterbalance imports from China, particularly for critical goods like semiconductors and medical supplies.
2022
Rising costs due to tariffs
Tariffs have led to higher costs for U.S. consumers and businesses, prompting price increases or absorption of costs by importers.
2019-2022
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced an extension of tariff exclusions for certain Chinese products under U.S. note 20(dd), providing temporary relief for specific industries.
March 2023
Reduces costs for U.S. importers of excluded goods, potentially stabilizing prices for consumers in affected sectors.
The U.S. government is reviewing the effectiveness of the Phase One Trade Agreement, which includes commitments from China to address trade imbalances and intellectual property issues.
January 2023
Could lead to modifications in tariff rates or restrictions on products under this category depending on compliance assessments.
USTR opened a new comment period for stakeholders to request exclusions from Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods, aiming to mitigate economic harm to U.S. businesses.
October 2022
Potentially reduces tariff burdens for specific products if exclusions are granted, affecting trade volumes and costs.