US copper tariffs: India may seek WTO talks amid export risks; similar action in steel, auto cases earlier
India is contemplating WTO consultations with the US over newly imposed copper import tariffs, mirroring previous disputes regarding steel, aluminium, and automotive sectors. The US initiated a 50% tariff on copper imports from August 1, citing national security concerns under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. India’s copper exports to the US reached $360 million in FY25.
India is contemplating WTO consultations with the US over newly imposed copper import tariffs, mirroring previous disputes regarding steel, aluminium, and automotive sectors. The US initiated a 50% tariff on copper imports from August 1, citing national security concerns under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. India’s copper exports to the US reached $360 million in FY25.
