Further amendment to duties addressing the synthetic opioid supply chain in the People's Republic of China

Authority:

• Vested by the Constitution and U.S. laws including:
  • International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)
  • National Emergencies Act
  • Trade Act of 1974
  • Title 3, U.S. Code

Background:

• Executive Order 14195 (February 1, 2025) addressed the threat from synthetic opioids from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), particularly fentanyl.
• The influx poses a threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economy.
• Executive Order 14195 invoked section 1702(a)(1)(B) of IEEPA to impose tariffs on PRC goods.

Current Situation:

• PRC has failed to take adequate actions against the illicit drug crisis, as previously determined.

Amendment:

• Section 2(a) of Executive Order 14195 amended to increase tariffs from "10 percent" to "20 percent".

General Provisions:

• The order will not impair:
  • Authority of executive departments or agencies.
  • Functions of the Office of Management and Budget regarding budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals.
• Implementation subject to applicable laws and appropriations availability.
• Does not create enforceable rights or benefits against the U.S. or its entities.

Date:

• March 3, 2025