Modifying the Scope of Tariffs on the Government of Brazil
In Simple Terms
The President changed which goods from Brazil face extra import taxes. Some farm goods will no longer have these taxes.
Summary
On November 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14361, modifying tariffs on certain Brazilian imports. This order updates a previous directive, Executive Order 14323, which imposed a 40% tariff on specific Brazilian goods due to national security concerns. Following negotiations with Brazil and new recommendations, President Trump decided to exempt certain agricultural products from these additional tariffs. The updated tariff list, effective from November 13, 2025, aims to address the national emergency declared earlier while reflecting progress in diplomatic discussions with Brazil.
Official Record
Awaiting Federal RegisterSigned by the President
November 20, 2025
Pending Federal Register publication
Analysis & Impact
💡 How This May Affect You
- Working families and individuals: Lower costs for Brazilian agricultural products may reduce grocery bills.
- Small business owners: Reduced tariffs on certain goods could lower expenses for businesses relying on Brazilian imports.
- Students and recent graduates: Cheaper Brazilian goods might ease living costs, indirectly affecting student budgets.
- Retirees and seniors: Lower food prices from Brazil could help fixed-income seniors manage living expenses.
- Different regions (urban, suburban, rural): Rural areas may benefit from cheaper agricultural imports, supporting local agricultural economies.
🏢 Key Stakeholders
- U.S. agricultural importers benefit from tariff exemptions on Brazilian products.
- Brazilian agricultural exporters gain from reduced tariffs on specific goods.
- U.S. manufacturing sectors face challenges from continued tariffs on other imports.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection implements tariff modifications and processes refunds.
- National Association of Manufacturers may advocate for broader tariff reductions.
📈 What to Expect
Short-term (3–12 months):
- Brazilian agricultural exports to U.S. increase slightly.
- U.S.-Brazil trade tensions temporarily ease.
Long-term (1–4 years):
- U.S. agricultural sector faces increased competition.
- Potential renegotiation of broader trade agreements.
📚 Historical Context
- Similar to Trump's 2018 tariffs on China under Section 301 of the Trade Act.
- Builds on Nixon's 1971 tariff actions during economic challenges, using executive authority.
- Modifies policy by excluding certain Brazilian agricultural products from additional tariffs.
- Notable for rapid negotiation adjustments, unlike prolonged trade disputes with China.
- Historically different as it leverages modern diplomatic engagement with Brazil for economic relief.
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