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China Extends Suspension of 24 Percent Tariff on US Imports for Two Months

The Customs Tariff Commission of China's State Council has extended the suspension of a 24 percent additional tariff on US imports for two months starting November 10, 2026. A 10 percent additional tariff rate will remain in effect. The decision aims to provide tariff stability for trade corridors and intermediate re-exporters in the Middle East.

Published Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)
Issuing authority
Customs Tariff Commission of China's State Council
Jurisdiction
China
Publication date
November 10, 2026
Effective date
November 10, 2026
Stage
Amendment
Official source
wam.ae
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The Customs Tariff Commission of China's State Council announced that it will continue suspending the 24 percent additional tariff rate on US imports for two months, effective November 10, 2026. A 10 percent additional tariff rate will remain in place during this period.

The commission stated that the tariff adjustment implements understandings reached during high-level leadership talks between the United States and China. The measure is designed to provide tariff clarity and supply stability for international trade corridors and intermediate re-exporters operating throughout the Middle East.

Chinese authorities confirmed that the step aims to sustain a predictable policy environment for global cross-border trade, according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM).

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