US Import Tariffs from Brazil
Applicable Tariff Rates for Brazil-Origin Goods
The following rates apply to goods with Brazil country of origin imported into the United States. All rates are ad valorem (percentage of customs value) unless noted.
| Tariff Type | Rate | Applies To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFN / General Rate | Varies by HTS code | All goods (baseline) | In Effect |
| Section 232 (Steel/Aluminum) | 25% / 10% | 25% steel Section 232 duties apply (some quota exemptions negotiated) | In Effect |
Top US Imports from Brazil
These product categories represent the highest-volume imports from Brazil into the United States. Each category has specific HTS codes, duty rates, and compliance requirements.
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CBP Compliance for Brazil-Origin Goods
Brazilian steel subject to Section 232 quota system. Agricultural goods subject to USDA import requirements. Embraer aircraft imports common.
Country of Origin Requirements
All goods imported from Brazil must be marked with their country of origin per CBP regulations (19 CFR 134). Goods must be "substantially transformed" in Brazil to claim Brazil origin — assembly alone is typically insufficient.
Steel quota exhaustion triggers 25% Section 232. Coffee and agricultural goods face USDA inspection requirements.
Landed Cost from Brazil
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Common Questions About Importing from Brazil
No. There is no US-Brazil bilateral free trade agreement as of 2026. Brazilian goods enter the US at full MFN tariff rates. Ongoing US-Brazil trade negotiations have progressed on limited sectors (trade facilitation, regulatory cooperation) but no comprehensive tariff elimination agreement has been concluded. Brazil is the largest US import partner in South America by value. Key Brazilian exports to the US: aircraft (Embraer — 0% MFN under aerospace agreements), agricultural products (coffee, soybeans, beef — varying MFN rates), steel (subject to Section 232), and petroleum.
Brazil operates under a steel and aluminum quota arrangement with the US. Brazilian steel is exempted from the 25% Section 232 tariff up to TRQ volumes set at 70% of 2018 average export levels. Steel above quota faces 25% Section 232. Brazilian aluminum operates under a similar quota structure. Brazil is one of the larger steel exporters to the US (steel pipe, semi-finished products, hot-rolled coil) — importers should verify quarterly quota availability before importing, as quotas can exhaust by mid-year for high-volume categories.
Brazilian agricultural exports face varying MFN rates: green coffee (HTS 0901.11) 0%, roasted coffee (0901.21) 0%, soybeans (1201.90) 0%, beef cuts (0201/0202) 4%–26.4% depending on cut and fresh vs. frozen, orange juice (2009.11) 7.85¢/liter, ethanol (2207.10) $0.1427/liter + additional duty. Sugar from Brazil is subject to TRQ management — in-quota sugar at $0.0125/kg, above-quota at $0.1506/kg. Brazil beef imports require USDA FSIS inspection and facility approval — only FSIS-approved Brazilian plants may export to the US.
Yes. Several Brazilian products face active AD/CVD orders: hot-rolled steel flat products (AD), cold-rolled steel (CVD), certain steel wire rods, and orange juice has been investigated previously. Brazilian steel products may face combined AD, CVD, and Section 232 duties — in some cases, effective rates exceed 40% on steel products subject to both AD and Section 232. Check enforcement.trade.gov for current Brazilian AD/CVD orders and cash deposit rates before importing steel, iron, or chemical products from Brazil.
Importing from Brazil — Complete 2026 Analysis
US–Brazil Trade Relationship
Brazil is the 15th largest US import source at approximately $36B annually, concentrated in agricultural products (coffee, soybeans, beef, orange juice), steel, and petroleum. Brazil has no FTA with the US — Mercosur membership complicates bilateral trade negotiations. The IEEPA proposed rate for Brazil was 10% (already at the baseline). Brazil faces significant AD/CVD orders on steel products. AGOA does not apply to Brazil (it's for African countries).
Practical Import Guidance for Brazil-Origin Goods
Brazilian agricultural imports face extensive USDA/APHIS inspection requirements and phytosanitary certification. Beef imports require USDA FSIS equivalence determination (Brazil has been periodically suspended from the US beef market due to food safety concerns). Coffee from Brazil enters at 0% duty. Brazilian steel faces 25% Section 232 tariffs with no exemption or TRQ. Sugar imports from Brazil face high TRQ over-quota rates.
Key Risks and Compliance Considerations
USDA beef market access suspensions (recurring food safety issues). Section 232 steel with no quota exemption. Sugar TRQ over-quota tariffs of 15.36¢/kg. IEEPA 10% baseline. AD/CVD orders on steel products.
Total Tariff Stack for Brazil-Origin Imports
Understanding the cumulative tariff layers for Brazil is essential for accurate landed cost calculation:
- Base MFN Rate: 3.2% average MFN (varies by HTS code)
- Section 232: 25% steel / 10% aluminum. 25% steel Section 232 duties apply (some quota exemptions negotiated)
- IEEPA Baseline: 10% on all non-FTA goods (April 2026 executive order)
- Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF): 0.3464% of entered value (min $31.67, max $614.35 per entry)
- Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF): 0.125% of cargo value (ocean shipments only)
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Tariff rates are sourced from USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule and Federal Register notices as of 2026-05-16. Section 301 rates reflect current USTR actions. Always verify with official sources before importing. AI-assisted analysis provided for informational purposes only — not legal or customs advice.