Textile / Fashion

Weaving connections between the EU and MERCOSUR textile industries.

Trade Volume

€ 6 Mrd

Tariff Reduction

35%→0%

Transition Period

Immediate upon entry into force of the agreement.

Key Figures

€ 6 Mrd

EU-MERCOSUR Trade Volume

35% → 0%

Tariff reduction on textiles

Applicable

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D)

357

Protected Geographical Indications (GIs)

Opportunities

Elimination of tariffs on textiles and clothing (from 35% to 0%)

Easier access to the growing Brazilian luxury market

Reinforced protection for trademarks and designs through geographical indications

New opportunities for exporting high-value technical textiles

Risks

Due diligence requirements (CS3D) across the entire textile value chain

Traceability rules (EUDR) for leather and rubber used in fashion

Increased competition from low-cost local producers in MERCOSUR markets

Complexity of rules of origin to benefit from preferential tariffs

Strategic Recommendations

Invest in robust traceability systems to comply with CS3D and EUDR regulations

Focus on high-value, specialized textiles to differentiate from low-cost competition

Leverage the agreement to register and protect intellectual property (trademarks, designs) in MERCOSUR

Develop partnerships with local distributors to navigate the Brazilian luxury market

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