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APRIL 10, 2025


Commerce launches online Tariff Information and Resource Guide

*Agency collaborates to help businesses respond to recent announcements*

Olympia, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Commerce launched an online Tariff Information and Resource Guide [ [link removed] ] this week in response to questions and confusion around recently implemented federal tariffs. The new resource includes export-related support from across communities and at the state and federal levels.

“Washington is one of the most trade-exposed states, and our intent is that this guide will help businesses better understand and respond to the impacts of these tariffs” said Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn. “Our business community needs all the help it can get navigating these obstacles, and Commerce is committed to helping them succeed no matter what’s happening at the federal level.”

Tariffs are a specific type of duty that can be applied in addition to standard customs charges. For businesses, these tariffs can impact supply chains, business costs and international strategy.

“Our team worked quickly to develop a resource site that businesses can use to better understand tariff exposure and adapt to changing global trade policy,” said Grace Yoo, the agency’s Assistant Director for Economic Development and Competitiveness (OEDC). “This online hub will help Washington businesses and workers navigate evolving tariff realities and their local impacts.”

The site will include information about tariffs and the rates imposed on different countries, strategies to support business owners dealing with the tariffs, training and support, and other resources and events. The goal is a one-stop shop to support businesses in Washington, Yoo said.

Local jurisdictions are also sharing tariffs-related information and resources. The Export Finance Assistance Center of Washington [ [link removed] ], the Tacoma-Pierce County Economic Development Board [ [link removed] ] and the Economic Alliance Snohomish County [ [link removed] ] are providing information and assistance. Commerce, along with these organizations and others, is dedicated to helping make businesses more resilient to the tariffs’ potential effects.

“Commerce exists to strengthen communities,” said Director Nguyễn. “Responding to events such as this that have such a specific impact on day-to-day business is just one of the ways we are working to fulfill our mission.”

 

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