The United States announced a 32% tariff on Taiwan, causing the Kaohsiung fastener industry to lament. | #MirrorNews
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The United States has decided to impose a 32% tariff on Taiwan, significantly affecting the screw and nut manufacturers in Gangshan, Kaohsiung, where annual exports reach 52.3 billion NTD, accounting for as much as 92%. Industry operators have reported that some American clients are requesting to delay shipments, which may increase inventory pressure and financial issues. Metal factories in Changhua urgently informed customs clearance companies to withdraw shipments to avoid high tariffs after delivery. Moreover, Changhua County Magistrate Wang Huimei pointed out that some companies have received notifications from major American automobile manufacturers that they need to suspend orders for six months, causing a considerable impact.
The United States announced it will impose a 32% tariff on Taiwan. The screw and nut fastener industry located in Gangshan, Kaohsiung, has an export value to the United States of 52.3 billion NT dollars, accounting for 92% of total exports, facing severe challenges. Industry operators have revealed that some American clients have requested to delay shipments, which will increase inventory and trigger cash flow issues. Furthermore, metal factories in the Changhua region have urgently notified customs brokers to apply for cargo return to avoid the impact of the 32% tariff after shipment. The county chief of Changhua stated that some companies have already received notices from major American automotive manufacturers requesting to suspend orders for six months, which has a significant impact on businesses.