US May Add 7.5% Tariff on China, Switzerland Could Be Affected

The White House is reportedly contemplating a new 7.5% tariff on Chinese products, a move that could also affect Switzerland. This potential measure comes just a month before a scheduled meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington.

The U.S. administration is seeking to re-establish trade barriers after the Supreme Court invalidated earlier tariffs imposed on April 2, 2025. To circumvent this, the administration launched an investigation on March 11 under Section 301 of the 1974 Trade Act. This legislation empowers the government to scrutinize and act against trade practices deemed unfair.

In this instance, the investigation targets allegations of Chinese overcapacity in production. The outcome of this probe could lead to the imposition of new tariffs, with Switzerland potentially being included in the scope of these measures. The situation remains tense despite the ongoing dialogue between the two nations at the highest level, following their initial summit in May.