China levies additional tariffs on certain imported commodities from U.S.

The Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council of China issued a notice levying additional tariffs on certain imported commodities originating from the United States. At the same time, China has filed a complaint at the World Trade Organization against the 10% tariff imposed by the United States on Chinese products. Starting February 10, China will impose an additional tariff of 15% on coal and liquefied natural gas and a 10% tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, large-displacement automobiles and pickup trucks, the government said. “The U.S. has levied a 10 percent additional tariff on Chinese imports under the pretext of the fentanyl issue. China firmly deplores and opposes this move. China has taken necessary countermeasures in accordance with relevant laws and regulations and the basic principles of international law, which are completely justified and reasonable. Meanwhile, China has filed a lawsuit with the WTO to firmly safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,” the China’s embassy spokesperson said.