Trump Says Reciprocal Tariffs on South Korea Will Be Raised to 25 Percent President Donald Trump announced an increase in U.S. tariff duties on South Korea to 25 percent, up from 15 percent. Trump stated on Truth Social that the South Korean legislature has not upheld its agreement with the United States. The increase applies to tariffs on autos, lumber, pharma, and other reciprocal goods.

• U.S. tariffs on South Korea increased from 15% to 25%.
• President Trump cited the South Korean legislature’s failure to enact a historic trade agreement.
• The increased tariffs cover autos, lumber, pharma, and other reciprocal goods.
• The referenced trade deal was reached in October 2025 after a meeting between Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.