Import Tariffs
latest news & developments
Trade commission protects legacy steel giant from competitive imports
An outdated iron ore beneficiation value chain is holding back South Africa’s industrialisation, even as government imposes tariffs mainly affecting China to shield ArcelorMittal…
Repo rate unchanged even as inflation risks grow
Reserve Bank stands at the ready to act if the rise in inflation threatens to become permanent
United States refuses South Africa import exemption over ‘national security’ fears
Steel and aluminium tariff hikes imposed by the US could mean job losses in SA
US steels itself against SA imports
While the local steel industry is seeking tariff protection, its US counterpart is – surprise! – petitioning for anti-dumping duties to be imposed.
Government in the CPI basket
Inflation figures came in higher than expected as businesses — and consumers — face a potential spate of government-controlled price increases.
China may expand Africa zero import tariff policy
China is considering including more African goods in a list of products excluded from import tariffs as a way of further boosting trade.