Notice of Action: Nicaragua's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Labor Rights, Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, and the Rule of Law
USTR Section 301 action · Tariff action
The United States Trade Representative (U.S. Trade Representative) has determined that appropriate action in this investigation includes the imposition of a tariff that is phased-in over two years on all imported Nicaraguan goods not originating under the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR).
Frequently asked questions
What does Federal Register notice 2025-22690 — Notice of Action: Nicaragua's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Labor Rights, Human Rights and Fundamental… — require?
“The United States Trade Representative (U.S. Trade Representative) has determined that appropriate action in this investigation includes the imposition of a tariff that is phased-in over two years on all imported Nicaraguan goods not originating under the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR).” Importers affected by this action should treat the full Federal Register text as authoritative before making entry or pricing decisions.
Who issued notice 2025-22690 and when does it take effect?
The Office of the United States Trade Representative issued notice 2025-22690. It was published on 12 Dec 2025; the notice states no single effective date, so the Federal Register text governs timing. Classified as a notice under the Nicaragua matter.
Where can I verify notice 2025-22690?
The authoritative text is the Federal Register document itself, reachable via the Source link on this page. ExportSonar mirrors metadata only (snapshot fetched 18 Oct 2026, 01:46 UTC); when the two differ, the Federal Register record wins.