On April 9, 2026, the USTR published a notice in the *Federal Register* requesting public comments on whether to

On April 9, 2026, the USTR published a notice in the Federal Register requesting public comments on whether to maintain, modify, or eliminate the additional tariffs imposed on Chinese products under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The affected trade volume totals approximately USD 30 billion. This mandatory four-year review could lead to significant changes in bilateral trade policy.

Section 301 tariffs were first imposed by the Trump administration in 2018 in response to what were deemed unfair trade practices. They have since undergone periodic reviews. The Biden administration has upheld these tariffs, but this review may signal potential relief for certain sectors.