Trump's 100% Pharmaceutical Tariffs: Global Impact on Countries and Companies

Sep 26, 2025 10:59 pm CST

President Trump's announcement of 100% tariffs on imported branded pharmaceuticals has sent shockwaves through the global drug industry. This policy, set to take effect in five days unless companies begin constructing US manufacturing facilities, threatens international pharmaceutical trade worth $252 billion annually. While the European Union claims protection through an existing trade agreement, countries like Switzerland and Denmark face significant risks. Pharmaceutical giants have already pledged $300 million in US investments as companies scramble to adapt to this protectionist measure that exempts generic medications but targets patented drugs.