Agri-food

The sector most impacted by the agreement — opportunities and sensitivities

Trade Volume

€45 bn

Tariff Reduction

82%

Transition Period

Up to 15 years for sensitive products

Key Figures

€45 bn/yr

EU-MERCOSUR agri-food trade

357

Protected European GIs

99'000 t

Beef quota

35%

Max. tariff reduction

Opportunities

Export of cheeses, wines and spirits with protected GIs

Access to Brazilian market of 215 million consumers

Reduction of customs duties on processed products (up to 35%)

Mutual recognition of sanitary and phytosanitary standards

Risks

Increased competition on beef (99,000 t quota)

Pressure on sugar and ethanol prices

EUDR requirements on imported soy and beef

Risk of social and environmental dumping

Strategic Recommendations

Anticipate EUDR compliance for your supply chains

Identify tariff quotas applicable to your products

Establish partnerships with local distributors

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