CNI: US additional tariffs could affect over half of Brazil's exports
2026-06-16 10:17:21 source：CGTN
Jun 16, 2026
More than half of the goods Brazil exports to the US market could be subject to additional tariffs after the United States threatened to impose new tariffs, according to a report released Monday by the National Industry Confederation (CNI), the main organization representing Brazilian industry.
The proposed tariffs could impact 35.2% of Brazil's exports to the United States. Taking into account the sector-specific tariffs that are already in force, the total share of Brazilian products subject to additional duties could rise to 54.1%, the confederation said.
The CNI added that there would be no immediate impact as the US government plans to hold public consultations and hearings before making a final decision.
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