Section 232 semiconductor tariffs (25%, advanced AI chips)
A narrowly targeted 25% tariff on advanced semiconductors above defined performance thresholds (high-end AI accelerators and their derivative assemblies), effective January 15, 2026. Broad exemptions cover U.S. data centers, startups, R&D, and public-sector uses. The measure followed months of much broader verbal threats — up to '100% on all chips' — that were never formalized at that scope.
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Narrow 25% tariff takes effect
Proclamation imposes 25% on advanced semiconductors meeting defined performance thresholds, far narrower than the threatened scope.
Official sources - ThreatenedStatement only
'100% tariff on chips' statement
The president states semiconductor imports will face tariffs of roughly 100% unless companies manufacture in the U.S. No legal instrument follows at that scope.
Official sources
Official sources
- Proclamation adjusting imports of semiconductors · 91 FR 2443
- Analysis of the semiconductor 232 proclamation
Last verified 06/12/2026
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