<h1>US proposal adds 25% tariff on many Indian exports, raising some duties to 50% from August 27, spiking trade uncertainty</h1> A draft US notice proposing an additional 25% tariff on Indian goods, to take effect on August 27 and raising some duties to 50%, prompted market reaction and legal/regulatory uncertainty for exporters. The measure would cover more than half of roughly USD 86 billion in bilateral exports, targeting labour-intensive sectors (shrimp, apparel, leather, gems & jewellery) while exempting pharmaceuticals, electronics and petroleum products. The announcement coincided with currency depreciation and equity outflows, and traders were advised to watch US macro data; affected parties may face increased compliance, contractual disputes and potential challenges under trade and customs law.