Trump faces pressure from US industry over China tariff on medicines
- Posted on February 7, 2025
- By Business News Today
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Trump faces pressure from US industry over China tariff on medicines
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U.S. hospitals and generic drugmakers are urging President Trump to exempt medical goods from new tariffs on Chinese imports, warning of potential medicine shortages and higher costs. Nearly 30% of critical drug ingredients are sourced from China, making tariffs problematic for the healthcare industry.