South Africa’s trade authorities proposed broad tariff increases on steel imports to protect the domestic industry from what they called an “unprecedented emergency.” The measures target low-priced imports from countries including China and India, as well as customs fraud and duty circumvention. Proposals include 10% tariffs on nearly 20 steel products, raising duties on pipes and related goods to 15%, and imposing 20% tariffs on certain tools and knives. Authorities also plan tighter import con

South Africa’s trade authorities proposed broad tariff increases on steel imports to protect the domestic industry from what they called an “unprecedented emergency.” The measures target low-priced imports from countries including China and India, as well as customs fraud and duty circumvention. Proposals include 10% tariffs on nearly 20 steel products, raising duties on pipes and related goods to 15%, and imposing 20% tariffs on certain tools and knives. Authorities also plan tighter import controls and a surveillance system to combat fraud and under-invoicing.