Modifying the Scope of Tariffs on the Government of Brazil

Nov 26, 2025
Nov 26, 2025

Summary

Removes an extra 40% tax on certain farm goods imported from Brazil because of good talks between the two countries.

What problem does this solve?

The United States had placed a large tax on goods from Brazil because its government's actions were seen as a threat. This order changes that tax because talks between the two countries are now going well.

Who does this affect?

  • Importers of Brazilian goods
  • U.S. agricultural businesses
  • The Government of Brazil

What does this order do?

Removes extra tax on some farm goods
Stops applying an extra 40% tax, called an ad valorem duty, on certain agricultural products imported from Brazil.
Updates a previous executive order
Changes Executive Order 14323 from July 2025, which first declared a national emergency and put the extra taxes on Brazil.
Responds to progress in talks
Makes this change because of good talks between the U.S. President and the Brazilian President to fix the problems that caused the taxes.
Requires continued monitoring
Directs the Secretary of State to keep watching the situation with Brazil and report if any more actions are needed.

What is the real world impact?

Uses tariffs as a tool in negotiations
Reduces taxes on some goods to reward Brazil for making progress in talks. This can encourage Brazil to continue working with the U.S. to solve problems.
Lowers costs for some american businesses
Removes the extra tax on farm goods, which could lower prices for U.S. companies and shoppers who buy these items from Brazil.

When does this start?

The changes to the import taxes take effect on November 13, 2025.

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