Section 301 investigation
Coverage of Section 301 investigation in the Nexus archive.
- U.S. is hitting Brazil with 25% tariffs over what it calls unfair trade practices
The U.S. is imposing 25% tariffs on Brazil, effective July 22, following a Section 301 investigation into Brazilian practices on digital trade, deforestation, and other issues.
- Brazil’s Industry Lobby Has Six Days to Stop a 25% US Tariff
Brazil’s industry confederation, the American Chamber of Commerce for Brazil, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce jointly urged governments to avoid a 25% U.S. tariff on Brazil. The U.S. must decide by July 15 following a Section 301 investigation, with the deadline looming six days after a July 9 letter.
- US hearing weighs higher tariffs over alleged forced labour, targeting China
A US government hearing examined China's labor practices and a proposal to impose tariffs on goods linked to forced labor. The Office of the United States Trade Representative is conducting a Section 301 investigation into forced labor in international supply chains, with participants divided on the effectiveness of higher tariffs in improving workers' rights.
- Is US wielding new tariff threat to secure big bargain in India trade talks?
The US is using a threat of additional tariffs on Indian imports, citing forced labour supply-chain concerns, as a pressure tactic in trade negotiations. The Trump administration proposed a 12.5% tariff on products from India and other countries following a Section 301 investigation.