An expansion of the list of goods now subject to increased US import tariffs has left British businesses shocked this week – with many pausing their exports until the confusion over the new rates is cleared up.

Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that an extra 25 per cent tariff would be added to hundreds of products containing steel and aluminum.

These products include parts used in car exhaust systems and construction machinery, as well as items that range from children’s highchairs to cosmetic products in aluminum packaging.

What goods will be subject to the tariffs ?

In total, there were more than 400 new categories listed in the shock announcement by the Trump administration earlier this week.

Garden furniture, dishwashers, ovens, motorcycles, and microwaves are all amongst product

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