U.S. to impose tariffs on lumber imports starting Oct. 14

U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a new round of tariffs on imports of lumber, set to take effect on October 14.

In a presidential proclamation, the White House announced on Monday (29) a 10% global tariff on softwood lumber imports. It also imposed a global tariff of 25% on upholstered furniture, which will rise to 30% on January 1.

Building materials were the hardest hit in the latest round of U.S. import duties, which included a 25% global tariff on kitchen cabinets and vanities, set to increase to 50% at the start of next year.

Some economies with preferential trade terms, such as the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Japan, are expected to receive more favorable treatment, reflecting the conditions of their trade agreements with the United States.

The tariffs imposed by Trump since his return to the White House this year have drawn legal challenges and criticism from both international and domestic sources, including small business owners and members of Congress. The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments on the legality of Trump’s global tariffs on November 5.

In a fact sheet released Monday, the White House said the tariffs on lumber are intended to address a national security threat, noting that “lumber plays a vital role in civil construction and military infrastructure.”

“Foreign supply chains and large exporters are increasingly meeting U.S. demand, creating vulnerabilities in the event of disruptions,” the White House added.

Check below a historical overview of Brazilian wood exports to the United States starting from January 2022. The charts were prepared using DataLiner data:

Wood Exports to the United States | Jan 2022 to Aug 2025 | TEU

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The statement also noted that trade partners currently in negotiations with the United States “may be able to secure alternatives to the pending tariff hikes.”

Source: Isto É Dinheiro

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