Possible Rising Tariffs at the Mexican Border

Carli Valinoti, Express Trade Capital

President Trump has announced plans to impose 5 percent tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico, rising to as high as 25 percent until – according to the White House – the Mexican government stems the flow of migrants. While most specifics are not yet known – conceptually, tariffs will become effective June 10 and gradually increase by 5 percent each month until they reach 25 percent in October.

What we still don’t know:

• If the action is to be administered by the date of export
• If all exports from Mexico to the US are covered including non-Mexican origin goods exported from Mexico and the US goods returned
• Whether NAFTA benefits for duty and merchandise processing fee will be allowed
• Whether these tariffs are eligible for drawback, among others

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