India, July 25 -- The United States has imposed a 10 per cent tariff on imports from Bangladesh under Section 301 of the US Trade Act of 1974, a move expected to increase costs for Bangladeshi exporters and complicate global supply chains.Bangladesh Business Analysis

Washington, however, has exempted a range of raw materials and critical products to minimise disruptions to American industries.

Foreign Ministry on Friday said the measure comes after investigations conducted by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) regarding use of forced labour.

"Effective July 24, 2026 at 12:01 am (Washington DC time), the tarriff ranges from a low of 10 per cent to a high of 12.5 per cent.

This replaces the temporary 10 per cen...