With the end of the tariff for raw coffee, Brazil gains momentum in exports

The withdrawal of the 40% surcharge on Brazilian raw coffee by the United States, announced on November 20, was received with optimism by the export sector. The decision complements the previous suspension, made on November 14, of a 10% tariff that had been imposed in April of this year. According to data released by Cepea, the measure meets a long-standing demand from national exporters, concerned about the loss of competitiveness due to the slow shipments recorded in the current crop. The suspension of the surcharge represents a relief for producers and traders of raw coffee, whose export to the North American market was threatened by high tariff barriers. However, Brazilian soluble coffee continues to face a 50% tax to enter the United States—even though this country is one of the main destinations of the national production. The maintenance of the surcharge on this product worries the sector, and negotiations between Brazilian and U.S. authorities must continue with the aim of ...