Show Tariffs Extension

Revealing the true cost behind your everyday purchases. Understand what you are paying for and what American made alternatives may exist.

What is Show Tariffs?

The Show Tariffs extension gives you pricing transparency that retailers don't. While shopping online, it instantly calculates what products would cost without import tariffs, showing you exactly how much extra you're paying on everyday items.

Beyond just revealing hidden costs, Show Tariffs helps you discover American-made alternatives that aren't subject to these tariffs—potentially saving you money while supporting domestic manufacturing and preventing price gouging.

Key Features:

🇺🇸 Find Products Made in America

Includes a feature that helps you discover American-made alternatives. When viewing any imported product, just click the green "Find US-Made Alternatives" button to see similar products manufactured in the USA.

This smart search feature:

Shop smarter, save money, and support American jobs with one simple click.

Screenshot of Show Tariffs extension in action

Show Tariffs automatically displays price information on product pages

Download the Extension

Get the latest version of the Show Tariffs extension:

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Current Version: 1.0.0 (Last Updated: April 30, 2025)

Installation Guide

Follow these simple steps to install the extension from your downloads folder:

  1. Download the extension ZIP file using the button above
  2. Extract the ZIP file to a folder on your computer
  3. Open Chrome and type chrome://extensions in the address bar
  4. Enable "Developer mode" using the toggle in the top-right corner
  5. Click the "Load unpacked" button
  6. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the extension and select it
  7. The Show Tariffs icon should now appear in your Chrome toolbar

Note: Since this extension isn't available from the Chrome Extension Website yet, you'll need to install it in developer mode. This is completely safe and allows you to use the extension without publishing it publicly. No information about you or your browsing history is collected or stored.

How to Use Show Tariffs

Step 1: Install the Extension

After installing the extension from this website, you'll see the Show Tariffs icon in your browser toolbar. That's it—no setup or configuration needed.

Step 2: Shop As Usual

Continue shopping at your favorite online retailers as you normally would. The extension works automatically in the background with no extra clicks required.

Step 3: See Tariff Impact

When viewing any product, a tariff information box automatically appears showing:

  • The current price with tariff included
  • The calculated price without the tariff
  • Your potential savings amount
  • Manufacturing origin information (when available)

Products with special ST tags will display verified tariff information with precise country-of-origin breakdowns.

Step 4: Find American-Made Alternatives

Want to discover products made in the USA with no tariffs?

  • Look for the green "Find US-Made Alternatives" button
  • Click once to search for similar American-made products
  • Browse the results for items with the ST-US tag
  • US-made products will be clearly marked with 🇺🇸 and show "No Tariff!"

Step 5: Adjust Tariff Rates (Optional)

For custom calculations:

  • Use the number input field in the tariff box
  • Enter your desired tariff percentage
  • Click "Update" to recalculate
  • The display will instantly refresh with your custom rate

Seamless Shopping Experience

Show Tariffs integrates directly into product pages without disrupting your shopping flow. All information appears right where you need it, and the US-Made search keeps you on your current site for a smooth, continuous experience.

For E-tailers: Join Our Transparency Initiative

We invite online retailers to join our transparency initiative by implementing a simple tagging system in your product descriptions. This system helps consumers understand the tariff impact and manufacturing origins of products they purchase.

The Show Tariffs (ST) Tag System

Simply add one of the following tags to your product descriptions:

For US-Made Products

ST-US

This indicates a product wholly manufactured in the United States, exempt from import tariffs. Our extension will automatically congratulate users on supporting American manufacturing when they view these products.

For Imported Products

ST-XX

Where XX is the percentage tariff applied to this product. For example, ST-25 indicates a 25% tariff.

For Products with Multiple Country Origins

ST-XX-CC-YY-CC-YY-CC-YY

Where:

  • XX is the overall tariff percentage
  • CC is the two-letter country code (US, CN, JP, etc.)
  • YY is the percentage of the product manufactured in that country

For example: ST-15-CN-30-US-40-JP-30 means:

  • 15% overall tariff
  • 30% manufactured in China (CN)
  • 40% manufactured in the United States (US)
  • 30% manufactured in Japan (JP)

Benefits for E-tailers

✓ Increased Consumer Trust

Transparent pricing information builds customer confidence in your platform.

✓ Highlight US Products

Showcase your American-made inventory with automatic recognition.

✓ Competitive Advantage

Demonstrate your commitment to fair pricing and transparency.

How to Implement

Simply add the appropriate ST tag to your product descriptions or metadata. Our extension will automatically detect these tags and provide users with enhanced information about the product's pricing and origins.

For bulk implementation or to receive a verification badge for your store, please contact us at support@showtariffs.com.

Transparency Against Price Gouging

Beyond simply showing the impact of tariffs on imported products, Show Tariffs has a crucial secondary mission: to prevent domestic companies from using tariffs as cover for unjustified price increases.

Exposing Domestic Price Gouging

Many US-based companies with domestic supply chains may opportunistically raise prices despite being largely immune to tariff impacts. This creates what economists call a "best-case scenario for price gougers" during periods of tariff uncertainty. Show Tariffs helps consumers identify when prices don't align with actual tariff exposure.

How It Works

Our plans for this extension will not just calculate theoretical tariff impacts—it will help you identify suspicious pricing patterns:

Consumer Protection Through Information

The reality is that many businesses use tariffs as an excuse to increase prices, even when their costs haven't meaningfully changed. Being vigilant about these practices and comparing prices across retailers can help you avoid overpaying. Show Tariffs provides you with the information needed to make informed purchasing decisions.

Supporting American Manufacturing

We believe in fair pricing for American-made products. Our extension plans to help domestic manufacturers who price their products fairly to stand out, while exposing those who exploit market confusion around tariffs to pad their profits.

By using Show Tariffs and supporting our efforts, you're not just seeing the impact of tariffs—you're helping to create a more transparent marketplace where domestic companies compete on quality and fair pricing, not through hidden price increases disguised as tariff impacts.

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