Specialty gases and supply chains noted in the May issue of the US edition of our website, Volume 63, Issue 5.

In the current global climate, the timing of the latest issue of gasworld magazine could not be more significant. As the world grapples with the repercussions of recent developments in US global trade policy, the focus on double-header specialty gases and supply chains could not be more relevant.

The magazine, which went to press two days before the new US import taxes were introduced, delves into the potential implications of these tariffs on global supply chains. The last two new US taxes, implemented by President Donald Trump in 2025, have been instrumental in this evolving trade landscape.

On April 2, 2025, reciprocal additional tariffs were introduced, affecting imports from all countries starting April 5 and April 9, 2025. A significant escalation followed on June 4, 2025, with the doubling of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%.

However, the situation regarding the US tariffs and China's response is likely to change before the magazine reaches readers' desks. China has retaliated against the US tariffs, but the highest tariffs introduced were temporarily paused, with China excluded from this reprieve.

Despite these developments, neither the US nor China is showing signs of budging in the current trade dispute. This dynamic is carefully analysed in the magazine, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the situation.

Subscribing to gasworld offers in-depth content monthly, with the latest issue featuring hundreds of features. The magazine's coverage extends beyond the US-China trade dispute, exploring the broader impact of these trade policies on global supply chains in the digital-focused world we live in today.

In these times of uncertainty, gasworld provides a valuable resource for those seeking to navigate the complexities of the global trade landscape.