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United Kingdom Tariff News and Tracker

United Kingdom Tariff News and Tracker

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Discover the "United Kingdom Tariff Tracker," your go-to daily podcast for the latest news and insights on tariffs imposed on the United Kingdom by the United States. Stay informed with comprehensive updates and expert analysis on how these tariffs impact trade, economy, and global relations. Whether you're a business professional, economist, or simply interested in international affairs, our podcast offers timely and relevant information to keep you ahead of the curve. Tune in each day to ensure you don't miss any developments in this dynamic and ever-evolving landscape.

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  • US Tariffs Slam UK Exports Down 13.5 Percent Amid Trade Tensions President Trump Imposes Steep Duties on British Goods

    US Tariffs Slam UK Exports Down 13.5 Percent Amid Trade Tensions President Trump Imposes Steep Duties on British Goods
    Aug 15 2025
    Listeners, welcome back to United Kingdom Tariff News and Tracker, your essential update for all the latest on tariffs, trade deals, and what’s driving the economic headlines between the US and the UK in August 2025.

    The big story this week is the sharp impact of recent US tariffs on UK exports. According to The Independent, British exports to the US have dropped by 13.5 percent compared to last year, marking the lowest levels seen in three years. This decline is directly linked to a set of steep tariffs introduced by President Trump, with most UK sectors now facing an extra 10 percent duty on goods ranging from food and drink to chemicals. The British Chambers of Commerce confirmed these new “reciprocal” US tariffs hit UK exporters especially hard over the last quarter, translating to a loss of around £2 billion in sales.

    Despite the turbulence in goods trade, there has been a bright spot for the UK in service exports, which showed strong growth in the last quarter. However, UK manufacturers, particularly those reliant on transatlantic trade, are feeling the squeeze as tariff-induced costs rise. Industry leaders say the full implementation of the new UK-US trade deal is urgently needed, especially to ease pressures on critical sectors such as steel and aluminium. Yet the recent deal signed by Trump and Prime Minister Starmer at the G7 in June notably failed to secure exemptions for UK steel exports, leaving them subject to a hefty 25 percent US levy, which unions warn continues to threaten British jobs.

    For some sectors, there have been partial tariff reductions. As of June 30, 2025, there are zero tariffs on UK civil aerospace vehicles and parts, but copper exports have been hit with fresh 50 percent duties. Automobiles and automotive parts now face a general US tariff rate of 10 percent, which is lower than for some other global competitors, according to Seneca Trade Partners, but still adds significant costs for UK carmakers.

    Observers note that the complex relationship between Donald Trump’s administration and the UK continues, with both sides seeking closer trade ties but struggling over market rules and ongoing disputes. Dan Hannan in The Washington Examiner suggests that while Trump remains one of the most pro-British American presidents in recent memory, deeper hurdles—like the UK’s adherence to EU standards—are still limiting a full-blown trade breakthrough.

    That’s your tariff update for today. For ongoing developments on negotiations, sector-by-sector tariff changes, and the state of UK-US trade post-Brexit, keep it with us.

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  • US Tariffs Threaten UK Steel Exports: Economic Prosperity Deal Hangs in Balance as Trade Tensions Escalate

    US Tariffs Threaten UK Steel Exports: Economic Prosperity Deal Hangs in Balance as Trade Tensions Escalate
    Aug 13 2025
    Listeners, welcome to the United Kingdom Tariff News and Tracker, your source for the latest on tariffs, trade news, and key developments affecting the UK and its American trading partner.

    In the most pressing headline, the United States under former President Donald Trump has continued to upend global trade with new, sweeping tariff measures. According to Trade Compliance Resource Hub, since June 4, 2025, the US has imposed a 50% tariff on most foreign steel and aluminum, doubling the previous rate. However, for the United Kingdom, steel and aluminum exports to the US have stayed at a 25% tariff until July 9, after which the Commerce Secretary can impose a 50% tariff or quotas if the UK is deemed out of compliance with the Economic Prosperity Deal, a non-binding agreement struck in May between the UK and the US.

    GEODIS, a leading freight and customs authority, confirms that these tough tariffs target not just raw materials but also goods containing steel and aluminum, and crucially, eliminate key exemptions that allowed for some relief on products facing multiple tariff measures. That means British exporters now face more uncertainty than ever, with goods departing UK factories priced into a volatile US market.

    According to the Global Trade and Sanctions Law Blog, the Economic Prosperity Deal signed in May offered reciprocal tariff reductions to both sides in areas like automotive, steel, aluminum, and beef, but much of its impact remains pending contingent on US security reviews and further bilateral negotiation. While the UK has thus far avoided direct retaliatory tariffs, London has expanded trade defense measures—in particular, safeguards and anti-dumping actions—focused on sectors threatened by the US measures such as steel.

    On the economic front, The Economic Times reported yesterday that July saw the US take in a record $27.7 billion in tariff revenue. President Trump touts this as proof of his tariff strategy’s success, but economists warn that US businesses and consumers are absorbing most of the cost. The Yale Budget Lab projects that once all Trump-era tariffs are applied, America’s average effective tariff rate will hit 18.6%, a level not seen since the Great Depression. The cascading policy shifts have fueled market worries and left businesses on both sides of the Atlantic wary of long-term investments.

    Wikipedia’s summary of the Liberation Day tariffs highlights just how dramatic the Trump administration’s approach has been, with baseline tariffs of 10% on nearly all countries since April, higher country-specific rates following soon after, and constant legal wrangling. In fact, the United States Court of International Trade ruled in May that Trump’s tariffs overstepped authority, but a federal appeals court put the ruling on pause, so the new rates remain in force while the case is argued—meaning the legal and commercial environment is far from certain for UK exporters.

    In summary, while the UK and the US have demonstrated a willingness to talk and even strike sectoral deals, the current tariff landscape is extremely volatile. Steel and aluminum tariffs could double with only a few weeks’ notice. Tariff unpredictability now threatens investment, business planning, and even long-established UK-US trade patterns.

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  • UK Gains Trade Edge with 10% US Tariff Rate Amid Global Reciprocal Tariff Landscape, Offering Competitive Advantage Over EU Exports

    UK Gains Trade Edge with 10% US Tariff Rate Amid Global Reciprocal Tariff Landscape, Offering Competitive Advantage Over EU Exports
    Aug 11 2025
    You’re listening to United Kingdom Tariff News and Tracker for Monday, August 11, 2025. Here’s what UK exporters and importers need to know right now.

    The United States has activated sweeping “reciprocal tariffs,” and the United Kingdom faces a new baseline tariff of 10% on exports to the U.S., a preferential rate compared with the European Union’s 15% ceiling, according to London School of Economics’ EUROPP and law firm analysis at Saffery & Williams. LSE notes the UK’s 10% rate gives most British goods a 5% price advantage over EU goods in the U.S. market, potentially diverting investment and orders toward the UK, though policy volatility remains a risk, said LSE EUROPP on August 11. Saffery & Williams says the UK negotiated the 10% blanket tariff “on top of pre-April rates,” limiting damage relative to many peers as the measures went live this month.

    According to Caixin, the White House put in place reciprocal tariffs between 10% and 41% effective August 7, with rolling deadlines and ad hoc deals defining the approach. Caixin’s timeline highlights an EU political accord announced July 27 and an executive order July 31 setting the new tariff bands and a 40% duty on goods transshipped through third countries to avoid tariffs. Legal analysis from Mondaq confirms reciprocal tariffs of 10% to 41% on imports from over 60 partners took effect August 7 under the executive action.

    For UK sector impact, Peoples Dispatch reports a U.S.-UK understanding that cut a threatened 27.5% tariff on UK auto exports down to 10%, averting hundreds of millions in additional costs for British carmakers. That aligns with the broader UK 10% baseline cited by LSE EUROPP and Saffery & Williams, suggesting autos now sit at that negotiated floor rather than a punitive rate.

    What this means for UK businesses:
    - The headline U.S. tariff rate on UK goods is now 10%, versus 15% for EU-origin goods, creating a narrow but meaningful price edge in the American market, according to LSE EUROPP and Saffery & Williams.
    - Watch for enforcement on transshipment. Caixin reports a 40% duty on goods routed through third countries to evade tariffs, raising compliance stakes for UK supply chains using hubs.
    - Cost pass-through is real. Fortune reports that U.S. consumers and businesses bear the majority of tariff costs, complicating demand forecasting for UK exporters selling into price-sensitive segments.
    - Logistics may soften. Just Style notes tariff pressures are expected to push U.S. import cargo down about 5.6% in 2025, which could impact volume planning and freight rates that UK shippers face.

    Bottom line for listeners: UK-to-U.S. exports now carry a 10% tariff baseline with a relative advantage over EU competitors, but the policy environment is fluid and enforcement strict. Build tariff contingencies into pricing, audit routes for transshipment exposure, and prioritize sectors like autos that benefit from the capped 10% rate.

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