NEWS

On June 2, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced its findings and proposed remedies for countries that fail to prevent imports of products made with forced labor under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. According to the USTR, 6 economies, including Canada, Mexico, the EU, and Indonesia, have failed to effectively enforce prohibitions on imports of goods produced with forced labor, resulting in a 10% proposed tariff. 54 other countries, including China, Cambodia, and Malaysia, will face a 12.5% tariff for having failed to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition.

Public comments on the proposed tariffs are due by July 6. Additional 301 investigations are still underway.

Read More: USTR Makes Findings and Proposes Action in 60 Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods →