My friend operates a small business. He received this note today from his main supplier, also a small business.

[GreatGazoo]

34. Many raw materials are exempt

and more will be added to the exemption list. My advice would be to shop around while delaying any purchase which can be delayed. Trump has 6 days to reverse -- something he has done both times before. The first rule of manufacturing is "Have at least two sources for everything that is critical to your business."

>Some goods will not be subject to the Reciprocal Tariff. These include: (1) articles subject to 50 USC 1702(b); (2) steel/aluminum articles and autos/auto parts already subject to Section 232 tariffs; (3) copper, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and lumber articles; (4) all articles that may become subject to future Section 232 tariffs; (5) bullion; and (6) energy and other certain minerals that are not available in the United States.

https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/04/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-declares-national-emergency-to-increase-our-competitive-edge-protect-our-sovereignty-and-strengthen-our-national-and-economic-security/