According to FPA, the products that will be the most harmed are forest items, meat, coffee, orange juice, sugar, ethanol and plant products
The recent announcement of the president of, to implement a 50% rate on Brazilian products from August 1, generated a wave of concern in various sectors of Brazil, especially agribusiness. The measure, which aims to directly reach Brazilian exports, was received with seizure by (FPA), composed of deputies and senators. According to FPA, agribusiness products will be the most damaged, including items such as forest products, meat, coffee, orange juice, sugar, ethanol and plant products, which are the main Brazilian exports to the United States. The reaction was soon arriving from various sectoral associations. The Association of Juice Exporters, for example, expressed contraxing, noting that the measure is detrimental not only for the sector, but also for US consumers, who for decades depend on Brazil as the main supplier.
Similarly, the plastic industry association stressed that the decision negatively impacts companies that export high complexity products and generate qualified jobs in Brazil. The Brazilian Association of Meat Exporters also expressed concern, warning that increased fare can damage trade and the productive sector, as well as emphasize the need to prevent geopolitical issues from becoming commercial barriers. In response to Trump’s announced measure, the Brazilian government is considering the application of reciprocity law, which would involve imposing a 50% rate on American products.
