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The United States announced a 50% tariff on copper imports.
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Release time：2025-08-01
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Copper input materials such as ore, concentrate and cathode are not subject to customs duties.
US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing a 50% tariff on several categories of imported copper products, including copper tubing and wire. This action, effective August 1, aims to strengthen the US copper industry and address national security concerns. A White House fact sheet stated that the tariffs apply to semi-finished copper products and copper-intensive derivative products. The proclamation states that a "50% tariff will be imposed on imports of semi-finished copper products (such as copper tubing, copper wire, copper rod, copper sheet, and copper pipe) and copper-intensive derivative products (such as fittings, cables, connectors, and electrical components), effective August 1." Copper input materials such as ores, concentrates, and cathode copper, as well as scrap copper, are exempt from the tariffs.
The newly imposed tariffs, referred to as "Copper 232 Tariffs," target the copper content of products; non-copper content will still be subject to corresponding duties or other tariffs. These tariffs do not cumulate with the auto 232 tariffs; where auto tariffs apply, the auto tariffs will take precedence over the copper tariffs. The proclamation also mandates that one-quarter of high-quality scrap copper produced in the US must be sold domestically to enhance access to this key raw material for local manufacturers and refiners. Furthermore, the Secretary of Commerce will implement export licensing requirements for high-quality scrap copper to ensure adequate domestic supply. Additionally, starting in 2027, the US will mandate that 25% of copper input materials be sold domestically, with this percentage increasing in subsequent years. This measure aims to ensure that domestic refineries have access to low-cost inputs as they expand operations, thereby boosting US refining capacity.
These actions follow a Section 232 investigation completed by the US Secretary of Commerce, which determined that copper is a vital component of the manufacturing base necessary for US national and economic security. The fact sheet further notes that the investigation highlighted challenges faced by the US copper industry due to foreign competition and environmental regulations, resulting in a "massive" trade deficit and reliance on foreign copper products. The announcement is part of President Trump's broader strategy to revitalize domestic industries and reduce trade imbalances, which includes implementing "America First" trade policies, raising tariffs on steel and aluminum, and imposing additional 10% tariffs on products imported from China. The US government has also taken steps to promote mining, manufacturing, and investment within the US through regulatory reductions, consideration of tariffs on digital services taxes, and policies targeting US companies.
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