China’s exports to US dropped 33% in August

Published September 8, 2025 11:16am ET



Exports from China to the United States dropped 33% to $47.3 billion last month, as President Donald Trump’s tariffs take their toll on trade between the two countries.

China’s imports from the U.S. also dropped 16% to $13.4 billion, according to Beijing’s customs data released Monday.

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