US imposes 25% tariff on most Brazilian goods effective July 22

Published Jul 16, 05:04 AM UTC

The United States has announced a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil, effective July 22, 2026, concluding a yearlong Section 301 investigation into what Washington calls unfair trade practices. The probe targeted Brazilian policies including content removal orders against US tech firms, preferential tariffs for Mexico and India, weak intellectual property enforcement, and ethanol market barriers. A separate US forced-labor investigation has proposed an additional 12.5% duty on Brazilian goods, with a decision expected within days. The tariffs come after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous 50% levies, leaving only a 10% global tariff. The dispute has become a political issue in Brazil's upcoming October presidential election, with President Lula accusing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro of helping trigger the tariffs. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Brazil had 'not negotiated in good faith.' Exemptions include beef, orange juice, aircraft and parts, and energy products.