JUST IN: Trump Exempts Smartphones, Laptops & Chips from New Tariffs 🇺🇸📱💻
Big news for tech and consumers — President Trump just announced that smartphones, computers, and semiconductor chips are officially exempt from the new wave of tariffs. Here’s what you need to know:
What’s Exempt?
Smartphones, laptops, PCs, servers, routers, and all kinds of chips — off the hook from new import tariffs. Major win for the electronics industry.
When’s This Kicking In?
The order took effect on April 5, 2025 — so it's already in motion.
Massive Tariff Cuts:
Smartphone tariffs slashed from 119% down to just 16%
PC & server tariffs dropped from 45% to 5%
That’s a huge difference for both importers and buyers.