April 10 Update: President Donald J. Trump paused the country-specific tariffs for 90 days, except for China. The 10 percent universal baseline tariff on all imports remains in place. This pause until approximately July 9, 2025 allegedly gives the Administration time to negotiate with various countries that have expressed interest in addressing U.S. trade deficit and barrier concerns.

On April 2, Trump announced a 10 percent universal baseline tariff on all imports to the U.S., set to take effect April 5. In addition, the administration indicated that the U.S. will impose higher, country-specific tariffs on approximately 60 countries starting April 9. These tariffs will exceed 10 percent baseline and vary by country. Officials have emphasized that there will be no negotiations to avoid these tariffs outright, but will consider other countries’ proposals to address the Administration’s reciprocity concerns and consequently reduce or resolve the enhanced tariff.

The White House has released a list of goods that are not be subject to the recently announced tariff increases, which can be viewed here. Businesses are encouraged to review the list and talk with their input suppliers to determine if relevant products or ingredients are included, as well as potential cost and availability impact.

To view an official Fact Sheet on the President’s Action, click here.

Mexico and Canada will not face additional reciprocal tariffs under today’s action. Instead, existing tariffs related to fentanyl and illegal immigration will remain in place. Notably, USMCA-compliant goods, including produce, remain exempt from these tariffs. The President also confirmed that tariffs on steel, aluminum and auto imports—whether already in effect or previously announced—are unchanged and not part of this update.

Canada has already announced retaliatory tariffs in response to U.S. tariffs on its products related to fentanyl, steel and aluminum. As a reminder, exports of U.S. stone fruit, fresh tomatoes, citrus, melons and some tree nuts face a 25 percent tariff when entering Canada. Mexico has not announced any retaliatory measures. At this time, no changes are expected in the trade status between the U.S., Canada and Mexico. As of this update, foreign countries have not yet announced any retaliatory actions in response to the President’s decision. For the latest developments, please visit the Western Growers trade website here.