Polysilicon Protectionism: A Dubious Defense of American Industry The latest salvo in the ongoing trade war between the US and China has been fired, as President Donald Trump's administration announced a 15% tariff on polysilicon imports.
The move is ostensibly aimed at challenging China's dominance in key materials used in solar panels and semiconductor manufacturing.
Polysilicon, a crucial component in the production of high tech goods, has long been a source of contention between Washington and Beijing.