NMMA’s online petition against President Trump’s tariffs

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) in the US is calling on marine firms to sign an online petition telling President Trump to make a deal that immediately withdraws tariffs to avoid an escalating trade war.

Last week the Trump Administration announced a new 167.16% tariff on common alloy aluminum sheet imports from China, bringing the total tariff on the product to at least 210%.

In addition, roughly 300 component parts commonly used in recreational boats are now subject to a 25% tariff, following a recent announcement of Section 301 tariffs on approximately $50bn worth of Chinese products.

Worse still, Canada, the EU and Mexico, which account for 69% of annual US boat exports, have announced retaliatory tariffs on boats of 10%, 25%, and 15%.

To sign the petition, visit www.votervoice.net/NMMA/Petitions/1356/Respond