Trump administration proposes 25% tariff on Brazilian goods over unfair trade practices The U.S. Trade Representative has proposed a 25% tariff on Brazilian goods, citing practices that “are unreasonable and burden or restrict U.S. commerce,” including issues related to anti-corruption, intellectual property, and illegal deforestation. This investigation, launched at President Trump’s direction, aims to address unfair foreign practices, with a hearing scheduled for July 6. The article also notes separate tariff adjustments on steel, aluminum, copper, and agricultural equipment.

• The U.S. Trade Representative proposed 25% tariffs on Brazilian goods under Section 301.
• The tariffs are due to practices deemed unreasonable and restrictive to U.S. commerce, including anti-corruption enforcement, IP protection, and illegal deforestation.
• The investigation was initiated at the direction of U.S. President Donald Trump.
• A hearing on the proposed action is scheduled for July 6.
• The article also mentions separate adjustments to tariffs on steel, aluminum, copper, and agricultural equipment, with some duties being lowered and expanded.