Trump administration imposes 15% tariff in polysilicon probe to counter China

Published Aug 5, 11:36 PM UTC

The Trump administration has announced a 15% tariff as part of a probe into polysilicon, a critical material at the start of the semiconductor and solar manufacturing supply chains. This move is aimed at countering China's dominance in the polysilicon market. The tariff is expected to impact global supply chains for solar panels and electronics, as China is a major producer of polysilicon. The decision reflects ongoing trade tensions between the US and China, with the US seeking to reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing for key technologies. The probe and tariff are part of broader efforts to bolster domestic production and secure supply chains for essential components in the renewable energy and tech sectors.