US to impose new 25 percent tariffs on some Brazilian imports

The United States will impose 25 percent duties on thousands of Brazilian imports starting July 22, including sugar, apparel, paper, and steel, but exempting beef and coffee. These tariffs are the first under the new trade strategy using Section 301, following a year-long investigation alleging unfair trade practices by Brazil. Brazilian officials, including President Lula, reject the allegations as politically motivated.