Modifying Tariff Rates Consistent With the US-China Trade Arrangement
Nov 7, 2025
Nov 7, 2025
Summary
Pauses extra taxes on goods from China until 2026 because China agreed to buy more US farm products and stop blocking the sale of important minerals.
What problem does this solve?
The U.S. had a large trade imbalance with China, which hurt the country's economy and safety. This order puts a new trade deal into action where both countries agree to changes, like pausing extra taxes and increasing purchases, to make trade fairer.
Who does this affect?
- U.S. importers of Chinese goods
- U.S. agricultural exporters
- U.S. semiconductor and technology companies
What does this order do?
Suspends extra tariffs on chinese goods
Pauses the application of increased taxes (tariffs) on goods imported from the People's Republic of China until 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on November 10, 2026.
Implements the Kuala Lumpur Joint Arrangement
Puts into effect a new trade deal reached between the United States and China to address unfair trade practices and security concerns.
Requires monitoring of China's compliance
Orders the Secretaries of the Treasury and Commerce, and the U.S. Trade Representative to watch and report on whether China is keeping its promises under the new trade deal.
Notes China's commitment to buy u.s. farm goods
The deal includes a promise from China to buy American farm exports, such as soybeans, sorghum, and logs, which helps the U.S. agriculture industry.
Addresses China's control over critical minerals
China has agreed to stop its export controls on rare earth elements and other important minerals that are vital for U.S. national defense and the energy industry.
Allows for re-imposing tariffs
States that if China fails to follow through on its commitments, the President may change the order and bring back the higher tariffs.
What is the real world impact?
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Secures access to vital materials for defense and tech
A key part of the deal is getting China to stop blocking exports of rare earth minerals. These materials are crucial for making everything from military equipment to smartphones, so this helps protect US national and economic security.
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Boosts the American farm economy
By getting China to promise to buy large amounts of US farm goods like soybeans and sorghum, the order provides a major economic lift to American farmers who rely on exports.
When does this start?
This order outlines several deadlines, with the main action being the suspension of extra U.S. taxes on Chinese goods until November 10, 2026.
Suspension of u.s. tariffs
The United States will pause its increased tariffs on imports from China until 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on November 10, 2026.
China's suspension of agricultural tariffs
China has committed to suspend its retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of United States agricultural products until December 31, 2026.
China's tariff exclusion process
China will extend its market-based process for excluding U.S. imports from tariffs until November 10, 2026.