The United States has launched a wide-ranging investigation into imports of Brazilian timber and wood products, raising the prospect of sweeping new tariffs that could severely disrupt trade between the two countries. The probe, initiated by the Trump administration under Section 301 of the Trade Act, targets alleged unfair trade practices, corruption, and illegal deforestation linked to Brazil’s booming timber industry. The move comes after mounting concern from American timber producers, who accuse Brazil of undercutting the US market with cheap imports that fail to meet equivalent environmental and labor standards. While the investigation includes other forest ...