Tariffs on $200 Billion in Chinese Goods Now in Effect; Additional $267 Billion in Tariffs Possible

Join The Toy Association’s Grassroots Campaign in the Fight Against Tariffs

September 25, 2018 | Ten percent tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese imports went into effect September 24. On the same day, China imposed retaliatory tariffs on $60 billion of U.S. goods, which will negatively impact made-in-America exports, including U.S. toys.

The administration previously threatened that it would immediately pursue tariffs on approximately $267 billion of additional imports should China retaliate. Toys are likely to be on the potential list of additional tariffs.

As previously reported, the $200 billion list of Chinese imports does not include finished toys, though it includes children’s furniture, such as chairs; arts and crafts items; juvenile products; children’s hats; and more. On January 1, tariffs on these goods will increase from 10 to 25 percent.

Companies are encouraged to join advocacy efforts by:

• Sending a grassroots letter to federal representatives – it’s as easy as a click of the button. The letter can be edited to share personal anecdotes. It’s crucial for members of Congress to hear from constituents and understand the local impact of tariffs on their districts and states.
• Joining the Americans for Free Trade Coalition to help strengthen coalition efforts.
• Sharing their company’s story with The Toy Association. Anecdotal feedback from real people at real companies helps strengthen advocacy efforts on behalf of the entire industry.

Members are encouraged to get in touch with Rebecca Mond, The Toy Association’s vice president of federal government affairs, for more information on this developing issue.