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When a good is brought into the country, the importer of record, often an American company, is first responsible for paying the tariff to the U.S. government.
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Importer of record often American company is first responsible for paying tariff to U.S. government
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News Article
Context Details
{
    "topic": "Tariffs",
    "process": "Importing goods"
}
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Economics Trade
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 3:16 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 3:16 PM (6 months ago)

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Americans Are Paying the Bill for Tariffs, Despite Trump’s Claims
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/12/business/economy/americans-pay-tariffs-trump-fed.html

Research from the New York Fed indicates that U.S. companies and consumers are bearing the majority of tariff costs, contradicting Trump's claims. The study found that 90% of the economic burden fell on Americans through November 2025. This is due to higher prices and the inability of foreign suppliers to absorb the costs.

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