Key Facts
• On July 6, President Trump announced plans to send tariff notifications.
• Up to 15 trade partner countries may receive letters on July 7.
• The letters will be sent starting at 1:00 AM JST on July 8.
• Tariff rates outlined in the letters will take effect on August 1.
• Trump stated most agreements will be finalized by July 9.
• It is unclear if Japan is among the notified countries.
Summary
President Donald Trump revealed plans to notify up to 15 trade partner countries of new tariff rates through official letters. The letters are scheduled to be sent on July 7, with dispatch beginning at 1:00 AM JST on July 8. The tariffs outlined in these letters will take effect starting August 1. Trump expressed confidence that most agreements with these countries will be finalized by July 9. However, it remains uncertain whether Japan is included among the recipients.
