US Imposes Stricter Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports via Mexico

New rules aim to prevent Chinese metals from bypassing existing tariffs, bolster North American supply chains

Steel imports from Mexico must be melted and poured in North America to qualify for duty-free entry.
Aluminum imports from Mexico must not include materials smelted in China, Russia, Belarus, or Iran.
The measures expand protections initially introduced under Trump, reflecting a bipartisan shift towards tougher trade policies.
Officials cite national security and fair competition as key reasons for the new tariffs.
The US and Mexico will enhance cooperation to monitor and enforce the origin of steel and aluminum imports.