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China slapped tariffs up to 99% on a chemical Japan needs for chips. Tokyo says it's discriminatory and wants it withdrawn
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· September 8, 2026
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Key points Further information on this development can be found through Plataforma Media, which reported on the tariffs and Tokyo's response to them. A chemical necessary for chip production in Japan has been targeted with tariffs of up to 99% by China.
A chemical necessary for chip production in Japan has been targeted with tariffs of up to 99% by China. This move has been met with opposition from Tokyo , which views the tariffs as discriminatory.
The Japanese government is seeking the withdrawal of these tariffs. Details of the situation are available from Plataforma Media.
Further information on this development can be found through Plataforma Media, which reported on the tariffs and Tokyo's response to them.
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Published: September 8, 2026 ·
Source: Plataforma Media ·
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