Cavela Tariff Watch - 4/10 update

Last Updated April 10

Tariffs and trade policies are evolving fast, leaving many brands unsure how it will impact their margins and supply chains.

At Cavela, we help brands bring great products to life—without getting lost in sourcing complexity. That’s why we’re tracking the latest trade developments and breaking them down in plain English.

Check this page regularly for updates, insights, and practical resources to help you navigate what’s next.

📌 Latest Updates

April 10

• 145% tariff on China: The White House clarified total tariffs imposed on Chinese goods now amount to 145%, combining the new 125% reciprocal tariff with an existing 20% fentanyl-related tariff.

• Canada and Mexico spared for now: Canada and Mexico have been spared the 10% base tariffs, the White House confirmed. Base tariffs remain for other countries, besides China.

• European tariff reversal: Meanwhile, the European Union suspended its retaliatory tariffs following President Trump’s reversal of the country-specific tariff policy.

April 9

• 125% tariff announced on China: A steep new tariff has been introduced on Chinese imports, following China’s announcement of a reciprocal 84% tariff on U.S. goods.

• 90-day moratorium on global tariffs: All country-specific tariffs (except China) have been temporarily replaced by a universal 10% rate. It's still unclear whether this applies to trade with Mexico and Canada.

April 7

• Additional tariff threat on China: Trump warns additional 50% tariff on China if it does not withdraw its 34% retaliatory tariff by April 8.

• China talks terminated: U.S. suspends tariff negotiations with China; negotiations with other trade partners to proceed.

April 5

• 10% reciprocal tariffs in effect: Reciprocal tariff of 10% applied universally; exemptions available for goods loaded before April 5 and arriving before May 27, 2025.

April 4

• Duty drawback eligibility: Clarification issued on tariffs eligible for duty drawback. Regular, Section 201, Section 301, and reciprocal tariffs eligible; Section 232 and fentanyl tariffs not eligible.

April 3

• 25% tariff on automobiles: Tariffs applied to imported passenger vehicles, SUVs, minivans, cargo vans, and light trucks.

• Auto parts tariffs: 25% tariff applied broadly to imported auto parts effective May 3, 2025.

April 2

• "Liberation Day" announcements: President Trump announces reciprocal tariffs (~half rates charged by partners), 10% universal baseline tariff, and elimination of de minimis for China and Hong Kong. Full list below.

• Aluminum tariffs expanded: 25% tariff applied to imported beer and empty aluminum cans.

March 27

• Automobile tariffs announced: 25% tariff announced on imported automobiles and auto parts, effective April 3.

March 25

• Tariff on Venezuelan oil importers: Executive order imposing 25% tariff on countries purchasing Venezuelan oil, effective April 2.

🛠️ Tools & Guides

• Customer Communication Playbook

  How to talk to your customers about changes in pricing or delivery.

• Post-Tariff Emergency Response Guide

  What to do when sudden changes hit your supply chain.

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