Temporary Reduction in Tariffs to Expedite Switch 2 Preorders in North America – News

Let’s hope the deal remains stable and doesn’t undergo further changes.

Today, it was reported on official social media that the steep tariffs, which had been stalling the preorders for the Switch 2 in both the United States and Canada, are seeing a temporary reduction.

Previously, imports from Vietnam and Japan were impacted significantly by these tariffs—46% on items from Vietnam, where Nintendo transitioned its hardware production in the late 2010s, and around 25% on imports from Japan, where the Switch game cards are made. Now, these duties have been lowered to just 10% for the next three months. Though this offers some immediate relief, it’s important to keep in mind that subsequent shipments into the United States after the Switch 2’s launch could still face those hefty charges if no new agreements are reached.

In addition, the statement addressed the situation with China, which now faces a steep 125% import tax. This comes as a retaliatory measure against China’s own 104% tariff on U.S. imports. Mexico, which had previously dodged these tariff waves and is recognized as the place where Switch game card cases for North America are produced, might now be included under the same 10% tax.