2024 Ranking of Major Economies by Median Tariff Rate on Chinese Exports

Background and Data Notes

In recent years, global trade protectionism has risen, with many economies imposing additional tariffs on Chinese goods. This statistic is based on the WTO tariff database, national customs announcements, and industry estimates, compiling the top 5 major economies with the highest weighted median tariff rates on Chinese exports in 2024. The data integrates most-favored-nation (MFN) tariffs and additional duties (e.g., Section 301 tariffs, safeguard measures) to reflect actual tax burdens.

Ranking Interpretation

• Turkey: Median rate ~20.1%, targeting textiles, steel, and auto parts, with some products subject to anti-dumping duties.
• India: 17.8%, frequently using anti-dumping and safeguard measures, especially on electronics, chemicals, and machinery.
• United States: 19.3% (including Section 301 tariffs), covering approximately $550 billion of Chinese goods, significantly raising the effective rate since 2018.
• Brazil: 15.2%, recently imposing extra tariffs on solar panels and steel, with a clear tendency to protect domestic industry.
• European Union: 12.5%, maintaining relatively low MFN rates, but anti-subsidy probes on EVs and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) may increase future costs.

Impact on Chinese Overseas Enterprises

• High-tariff economies (Turkey, India) require firms to consider local production or transshipment to avoid duties.
• The US market, though with high tariffs, remains massive; companies can apply for tariff exclusions or adjust supply chains (e.g., shifting to Southeast Asia).
• The EU has the lowest tariffs, but non-tariff barriers (e.g., environmental standards, data security) demand additional compliance costs.

Note: The above data are weighted median estimates based on public information; actual rates vary by product category and are for reference only.