economy
January 2, 2026
Italian pasta makers win reprieve from Trump tariffs
US cuts proposed levies to between 2% and 14% despite accusing Italian producers of selling at unfairly low prices
TL;DR
- US government reduced proposed tariffs on Italian pasta brands from potentially 92% to between 2% and 14%.
- Initial tariffs were threatened by Donald Trump, accusing 13 Italian producers of unfairly low prices.
- Italy accounts for $770m in annual pasta sales to the US.
- The US Department of Commerce is reviewing the duties, with a final decision expected on March 12.
- Italian officials expressed optimism that the recalculation shows recognition of their companies' cooperation.
- This shift follows a delay in tariff increases on other goods like upholstered furniture and kitchen cabinets.
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