President Donald Trump had pledged to implement tariffs that would match the trade penalties imposed on American goods by other countries, but the actual tariff rates being enforced are more complex. The White House used a detailed calculation method to determine the tariffs for various nations. The administration declared an economic emergency to impose a 10% tariff on almost all countries, with higher rates set for around 60 nations identified as major offenders. The new tariffs took effect on a specified timeline. China, in particular, was highlighted for its alleged unfair trade practices, leading to it being categorized among the worst offenders. The White House justified its methodology for setting the tariff rates to prevent countries from circumventing the tariffs by manufacturing goods in other locations. Not every country is affected by the tariffs; Canada and Mexico are exempted due to existing import taxes, while countries under severe U.S. sanctions will not face the new 10% global base tariff.