[US to implement 25% tariff on Brazilian imports starting July 22]

Published: Jul 20, 2026 17:31

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The US will impose a 25% tariff on most Brazilian goods from July 22, 2026, covering steel, sugar, and machinery, but excluding pig iron, aircraft, beef, and coffee. The move follows a Section 301 investigation finding unfair trade practices including illegal deforestation and weak anti-corruption enforcement. President Lula rejected the tariffs and vowed countermeasures. A separate forced-labor investigation could add 12.5% next week. The approach reflects a new US strategy of using targeted investigations for trade penalties after Supreme Court limits on presidential tariff powers.

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