US Seeks Public Comments on Expanding Metal Tariffs to Include 14 More Products

Published: Aug 5, 2026 09:27

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The US Department of Commerce published a notice in the Federal Register soliciting public comments on including 14 additional derivative products within the scope of the Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum and copper. The products proposed for inclusion include aluminum powder, welder parts and tank semi-trailers. Previously, although the US had adjusted the scope of the metal tariffs, it still maintained a 50% tariff rate.

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