# Jamieson Greer Type: Person Source: Supply Chain Intelligence Brief — https://getsupplybrief.com/entity/jamieson-greer Canonical HTML page: https://getsupplybrief.com/entity/jamieson-greer ## Timeline - **2036**: USMCA set to expire — Under the non-renewal scenario, the agreement remains in force but will expire in 2036 unless renegotiated through annual reviews. - **2026**: CUSMA Joint Review — The formal window for the three nations to review and potentially extend the trade agreement begins. - **2026-07-25**: Section 301 tariffs take effect, temporary tariffs expire — At 12:01 a.m., new tariffs of 10-12.5% on 60 countries become active, citing forced labor enforcement, while the temporary 10% levies end. - **2026-07-24**: Temporary Tariff Expires — 10% levy lifts; new US tariff regime must be in place, potentially shaped by BTA. - **2026-07-22**: Tariffs Take Effect — 25% tariff applies to most Brazilian imports not exempted. - **2026-07-22**: Tariffs take effect — 25% tariff becomes effective on all non-exempt Brazilian imports. - **2026-07-22**: Tariffs take effect — The 25% Section 301 tariffs become effective on covered Brazilian products. - **2026-07-20**: US-Mexico bilateral talks begin — A third round of bilateral negotiations between the US and Mexico is set for the week of July 20, with Canada excluded from the track. - **2026-07-18**: Tariff announcement and exemption expansion — USTR announces 25% tariffs on thousands of Brazilian imports, effective July 22, with a broader-than-expected exemption list including beef, coffee, and aircraft parts. - **2026-07-16**: Tariff Announcement — USTR formally announces the tariff order effective July 22, with full exemption details. - **2026-07-16**: Tariffs imposed — USTR finalizes 25% tariff and exemption list, officially imposing the measure. - **2026-07-15**: Exemptions Expanded — Organic honey, pig iron, and unflavored instant coffee added to exemption list. - **2026-07-01**: US announces refusal to renew USMCA — US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirms the US will not endorse the USMCA in its current form, declining the renewal that would have extended the pact to 2042. - **2026-07**: Forced-Labor Decision Due — A separate investigation may add a 12.5% duty, potentially bringing total to 37.5%. - **2026-06-22**: Greer-Goyal Ministerial Talks Begin — Two-day meeting to finalize framework of bilateral trade agreement. ## Recent coverage (20 stories) ### 10% US tariff on Indian imports forces supply chain rethink for 17 countries 2026-07-25 22:09:48 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2 The new 10% tariff on Indian goods, tied to forced labour compliance, disrupts US-bound supply chains, raising procurement costs and demanding enhanced due diligence. India’s policy amendment secured a lower rate, but importers must now navigate new compliance burdens and potential sourcing shifts. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/10-percent-us-tariff-indian-imports-supply-chain-rethink ### 10-12.5% tariffs on 99% of imports trigger forced labor supply chain audits 2026-07-25 22:05:57 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2 New U.S. tariffs on virtually all imports, effective July 25, will disrupt global supply chains by raising costs on goods from 60 countries. The forced labor rationale demands immediate supplier due diligence, potentially requiring sourcing shifts and heightened compliance investments. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/supply-chains-face-10-12-5-tariffs-forced-labor ### 50% Canada tariff and 10-12.5% duties on 60 nations to disrupt supply chains 2026-07-25 21:31:48 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 3 Logistics and procurement teams face immediate disruption as a 50% levy on Canadian goods and a sweeping forced-labor tariff covering 60 nations threaten to rewire cross-border supply chains, with the generic drug tariff adding long-term pharma upheaval. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/supply-chain-tariffs-60-nations ### 10% Tariff on Indian Goods: Supply Chains Face 2-Year Reshuffling 2026-07-25 00:37:54 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2 The new 10% US tariff on Indian imports, effective immediately, will ripple through global supply chains, hitting textiles, pharma, and auto components. India’s rate reduction from 12.5% offers limited relief, while exemptions create a maze of uncertainty for sourcing managers. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/tariff-india-supply-chain-impact-forced-labour ### 10-12.5% US Tariffs on 60 Nations to Disrupt Supply Chains from Friday 2026-07-24 10:57:02 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2 Effective July 25, new U.S. tariffs on 60 countries layer forced labor compliance onto customs duties. Supply chain managers now face tiered rates and trade pact exceptions, raising sourcing costs and complexity. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/supply-chain-impact-us-tariffs-forced-labor ### India Dodges 2.5% Tariff Hike: 10% US Duty Offers Supply Chain Relief 2026-07-24 02:49:32 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2 India's successful negotiation to remain in the 10% US tariff bracket—instead of 12.5%—spares its export supply chains from a significant cost jump. The reduction eases pressure on landed costs for categories from textiles to pharmaceuticals, preserving competitiveness in US-bound shipments. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/india-dodges-25-percent-tariff-hike-supply-chain ### 50% tariffs on $20B of Canadian goods threaten supply chains for wine, cement, furniture 2026-07-21 07:04:24 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 3 New US tariffs on a broad range of Canadian imports—from dairy to cement—will force US companies to reassess cross-border supply chains, absorb cost hikes, or find alternative sources. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/tariffs-canada-supply-chain-disruption ### 25% US Tariffs on Brazil: Supply Chains Brace for Disruption 2026-07-20 00:50:37 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 6 The U.S. imposed a sweeping 25% tariff on thousands of Brazilian imports, effective July 22. While key commodities like coffee and beef escape levies, supply chain managers must navigate higher costs for steel, machinery, and sugar, and prepare for potential Brazilian retaliation that could disrupt backhauls and sourcing. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/us-brazil-tariffs-supply-chain ### 25% Brazil Tariff: Over 2,100 Product Exemptions Impact US Supply Chains 2026-07-19 22:44:55 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 9 The US imposed 25% tariffs on most Brazilian imports, but a list of over 2,100 exempted tariff lines was finalized. Supply chain professionals face new costs on machinery, apparel, and electrical equipment, while major commodities remain duty-free. The move forces rapid sourcing adjustments and tariff engineering reviews. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/brazil-25-tariff-supply-chain-exemptions ### 25% Brazil Tariff Hits Supply Chains: Exemptions Buffer Shock for Logistics 2026-07-19 17:42:43 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 13 The U.S. 25% tariff on Brazilian imports, effective July 22, threatens supply chain stability but includes key exemptions for beef, coffee, energy, and aerospace. Logistics providers face a tight timeline to adjust, with an additional 12.5% forced-labor duty looming. Companies must reassess sourcing and customs strategies immediately. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/us-25-tariff-brazil-supply-chain-exemptions ### US 25% tariff on Brazil exempts coffee, beef: supply chain winners and losers 2026-07-16 07:46:20 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 1 The 25% U.S. tariff on Brazil spares coffee, beef, orange juice, and aerospace parts, shielding critical supply chains from immediate disruption. But logistics and procurement leaders must brace for potential retaliatory measures and adjust sourcing for non-exempt goods like sugar, ethanol, and steel. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/us-25-percent-tariff-brazil-exemptions-supply-chain ### USMCA non-renewal disrupts supply chains: $1.8T trade flows at stake 2026-07-02 00:53:20 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2 The US refusal to renew the USMCA introduces a decade of uncertainty into North American supply chains, threatening the $1.8 trillion in tariff-free trade and the 75% regional content rule that binds automotive production across borders. Supply chain executives now face recurring annual reviews that could alter sourcing, logistics, and nearshoring strategies. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/usmca-supply-chain-disruption ### India-US Trade Talks: 12.5% Tariff Threat Looms Over Global Supply Chains 2026-06-22 01:27:53 · Sentiment: Bullish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2 Ministerial talks this week aim to finalize the first phase of a bilateral trade pact, potentially averting US tariffs that could disrupt India-linked supply chains. With a 12.5% forced-labor tariff proposed and a temporary 10% levy expiring July 24, logistics and procurement managers face a critical regulatory turning point. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/india-us-trade-talks-supply-chain-tariff-threat ### North American Logistics Braces for CUSMA Review as Canada-U.S. Talks Resume 2026-03-07 00:12:12 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 3 A high-level Canadian trade delegation met with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Washington to restart stalled discussions regarding the CUSMA trade pact. The meeting signals a potential thaw in relations following a year-long freeze by the Trump administration, though significant friction remains over market access and trade barriers. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/canada-us-trade-talks-cusma-review-2026 ### US Maintains China Tariffs at 35-50% as Trade Policy Shifts to Section 122 2026-02-26 00:16:58 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2 US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirmed that tariffs on Chinese goods will remain between 35% and 50% despite a Supreme Court ruling against the administration's previous legal justification. The White House is now pivoting to Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 to implement a 15% global tariff floor, seeking continuity ahead of a summit between President Trump and President Xi Jinping. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/us-china-tariffs-section-122-greer ### US Tariff Rates to Reach 15% for Select Nations, Says Trade Chief Greer 2026-02-25 19:27:02 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2 US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has signaled a significant escalation in trade policy, indicating that tariff rates for specific nations will rise to 15% or higher. This move marks a pivot toward more aggressive protectionist measures aimed at rebalancing trade deficits and protecting domestic industries. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/us-tariff-rates-15-percent-greer-announcement ### US to Implement 15% Selective Tariffs as USTR Targets USMCA Gaps 2026-02-25 14:31:21 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2 US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirmed a forthcoming supplemental proclamation to raise specific tariffs to 15%. The move aims to close loopholes in the USMCA and pressure European and British partners to adhere to trade commitments. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/us-15-percent-tariffs-ustr-greer-usmca ### SCOTUS Strikes Down Emergency Tariffs as Trump Counters with 15% Global Levy 2026-02-23 00:19:04 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2 The U.S. Supreme Court has invalidated the administration's use of emergency powers to impose broad trade tariffs, prompting President Trump to immediately announce a 15% global tariff. Simultaneously, high-stakes nuclear negotiations with Iran are reaching a critical juncture in Geneva against the backdrop of a massive U.S. military buildup. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/scotus-tariff-ruling-iran-negotiations ### EU Demands US Honor Trade Deal Amid Trump's New 15% Global Tariff Hike 2026-02-23 00:10:36 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2 The European Commission is urging the United States to uphold a bilateral trade agreement following President Trump's decision to implement a 15% global import duty. This move comes immediately after a US Supreme Court ruling against the administration's use of emergency powers for tariffs, creating significant volatility for international supply chains. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/eu-us-trade-tensions-trump-tariffs-ieepa ### USTR Greer Affirms Bilateral Trade Pacts Amid Supreme Court Tariff Reversal 2026-02-22 18:04:01 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2 US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirmed that specific bilateral trade agreements remain in effect despite a recent Supreme Court ruling against the administration's broader tariff policies. This provides a critical layer of certainty for supply chain managers navigating a volatile regulatory landscape. Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/ustr-greer-bilateral-trade-deals-supreme-court-ruling --- This page is a machine-readable summary. Sentiment measures the directional read of each development for this entity, not the tone of the reporting; impact weights consequence, not syndication reach. See https://getsupplybrief.com/guides/methodology for the full editorial methodology.