US goods exported from India may incur a Trump-imposed tariff, with approximately half of the exports expected to be affected.
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In a move that has sparked controversy, President Donald Trump's administration has imposed tariffs on Indian goods. This decision, which was announced in 2025, has led to increased costs on certain imported goods and has raised concerns in India.
The tariffs, ranging roughly from 10% to 30%, have been applied to broad categories of goods, with reciprocal tariffs based on partner country actions [1][2]. However, India is not explicitly mentioned as a targeted country in these tariff changes, leaving the scope and specific Indian goods affected unclear.
The tariffs have been among the highest on any American trading partner, with the total duty on Indian exports to the U.S. now standing at 50%. This development has not been universally accepted by Indian stakeholders, and there is a growing sentiment in India to respond in kind.
The tariffs were initially imposed as punishment for Delhi's purchases of Russian oil [1][2]. Pankaj Chaudhary, India's junior finance minister, confirmed this information in a written response to a question from a lawmaker. The Indian government announced that about 55% of India's merchandise exports to the U.S. will be subject to this tariff.
Goods trade between the United States and India, the world's biggest and fifth-largest economies respectively, was worth approximately $87 billion in the last fiscal year, according to Indian government estimates. However, the tariffs may have impacted this trade volume by increasing costs.
The Department of Commerce in India is seeking feedback from exporters and industry stakeholders regarding the impact of these tariffs. The Indian government has not yet announced any specific measures to counter the tariffs, beyond seeking feedback from stakeholders.
The call to boycott American goods in India is a response to the perceived unfairness of the tariffs. This call is not a unilateral decision made by the Indian government, but a response from the public.
It is important to note that the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump's administration are not the only trade-related issues between the United States and India. However, they are currently the most prominent. The ongoing situation underscores the complexities of international trade and the potential for disagreements to escalate.
References:
[1] Office of the United States Trade Representative. (2025). Reciprocal Tariff Policy. Retrieved from https://ustr.gov/policy-issues/trade-agreements/free-trade-agreements/reciprocal-tariff-policy
[2] Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. (2025). Feedback Sought on Impact of U.S. Tariffs. Retrieved from https://www.commerce.gov.in/news/feedback-sought-impact-us-tariffs
- The tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump's administration, which have led to increased costs on certain imported goods and sparked controversy, are a matter of concern in the realm of finance and business.
- The ongoing trade-related issues between the United States and India, including the tariffs that have impacted their bilateral trade, are also intertwined with politics and general news, as they underscore the complexities of international trade and the potential for disagreements to escalate.
- The Indian government, in their efforts to understand the impact of these tariffs, has sought feedback from exporters and industry stakeholders in the finance sector, indicating a broader discussion about the economic implications and possible counteractions in the business world.
