USTR proposes 100% tariffs on Nicaraguan goods after finding labor abuses

21/10/2025 7:38

The Trump administration may impose tariffs of up to 100% on Nicaraguan goods after finding that Nicaragua's labor and human rights policies are unreasonable and impeding U.S. commerce, the U.S. Trade Representative's office said on Monday.



Releasing the results of a "Section 301" unfair trade practices probe launched during the final days of President Joe Biden's administration, USTR said it proposed tariffs of up to 100% on all or some of Nicaragua's goods. President Donald Trump will make the ultimate decision on which action to take.



The agency also proposed suspension of all or part of Nicaragua's benefits under Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement, immediately or phased in over 12 months, according to the statement.