Pakistani salt manufacturers are raising alarms over the impact of U.S. tariffs, which they fear could jeopardize their 60% market share of salt imports in the U.S. The Salt Manufacturers Association of Pakistan (SMAP) has warned that the 29% tariff hike could make their products less competitive, as they will lose their price advantage over competitors from other countries like Australia, Turkiye, and Chile.
SMAP urges the government to engage in diplomatic talks with U.S. officials to negotiate tariff reductions or exemptions to safeguard the industry and mitigate the potential economic damage.
Additionally, Pakistan’s textile sector, another major export industry, faces similar tariff challenges. With textiles accounting for a significant portion of exports to the U.S., the impact of the 29% tariff on salt could serve as a broader indicator of the trade struggles affecting multiple industries in Pakistan.
