Amendment to Duties To Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Southern Border

This executive order amends previous tariffs imposed on Mexican goods to address concerns about illicit drugs crossing the southern border. The order recognizes the importance of the automotive industry to U.S. employment and economic security, and aims to minimize disruption to automotive supply chains between the U.S. and Mexico. It provides specific exemptions and reductions to tariffs that were originally implemented as part of border security measures. The order exempts certain automotive parts and components from additional duties if they qualify for free trade treatment under the USMCA agreement. It also reduces tariffs on potash (a mineral used in fertilizer) from 25% to 10%. These changes took effect on March 7, 2025.