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US-China Tariffs: 24% Pause Extended as Trump-Xi Talks Near
Why did China extend its pause on the 24% tariff on US goods?
China extended its pause on an extra 24% tariff on US goods to January 10, 2027, on Tuesday, keeping a 10% tariff in place ahead of a Trump-Xi meeting at APEC.
Key numbers
| Extra China tariff on US goods (paused) | 24%suspended to Jan 10, 2027 |
|---|---|
| China baseline tariff on US goods | 10%unchanged |
| Length of new pause | 2 monthsends Jan 10, 2027 |
| US consumer prices, October | +0.4%above economists' forecasts |
| Americans backing tariff repeal (Reuters/Ipsos) | 62%poll released Nov 10 |
What happened
China extended its pause on an extra 24% tariff on US goods to January 10, 2027, on Tuesday, keeping a 10% tariff in place ahead of a Trump-Xi meeting at APEC. China's pause on rare earth export limits (metals used in magnets) also runs to January 10. US officials want China to keep its Busan promises on farm purchases, rare earths and critical minerals. Separately, a White House official said Tuesday the administration is 'just getting started' on tariffs, despite midterm losses.
Why it matters
US-China tariffs affect what American farmers can sell abroad and what shoppers pay at home, so the pause keeps costs from jumping before the two leaders talk. The White House message shows tariffs will stay a core US policy tool, even as voters worry about prices. US consumer prices rose 0.4% in October, and 62% of Americans in one poll want the tariffs repealed.
Who this affects
- MarketneutralLow impact
- Investors get a steadier trade backdrop before the summit.
- CompanybullishLow impact
- US exporters, including farmers, avoid a higher China tariff.
- CompetitorsneutralLow impact
- Rival suppliers still hold a 10% tariff edge over US goods.
- IndustrymixedMedium impact
- Rare earth users keep supply for two more months.
China's 24% Extra Tariff vs 10% Baseline Tariff, Ship Fees
| China's extra tariff on US goods— | 24% | Suspended | 2027-01-10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| China's baseline tariff on US goods— | 10% | In force | — |
| China's special fees on US ships— | — | Suspended | 2027-01-10 |
As of 2026-11-12
How we got here
Trump and Xi strike the Busan trade truce, suspending the 24% tariffs.
Leaders agree to extend the truce to early January.
China announces a two-month extension of its 24% tariff pause.
Extension takes effect; White House says it is 'just getting started' on tariffs.
What to watch
- Trump-Xi talks at APEC in Shenzhen, their third meeting this year, expected next week.2026-11-18
- Whether China acts on farm, rare earth and critical mineral pledges from the Busan deal.2026-11-18
- Pause and rare earth export curb exemption expire unless extended again.2027-01-10
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