US Section 301 Forced Labour Tariff: SA Seeks Exemption

Posted 12 July 2026

The South African government has appealed to the United States Trade Representative for an exemption from a proposed 12.5% tariff under Section 301 of the US Trade Act, citing existing domestic enforcement mechanisms under the Customs and Excise Act and the International Trade Administration Act.

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