Mercosur–Japan agreement could benefit 18.4% of Brazilian exports
Negotiations for an economic partnership agreement between Mercosur and Japan have entered an early stage, raising expectations in Brazilian industry. According to Fiemg estimates, the deal could benefit 18.4% of Brazil's export basket — around US$ 1.7 billion — through tariff reduction or elimination.
- Potential benefit: 18.4% of exports, about US$ 1.7 billion (led by food & beverages)
- Iron ore, coffee, pork and aluminum already enter Japan tariff-free
- On imports, US$ 4.6 billion in auto parts and machinery could see lower tariffs
- Brazil–Japan trade in 2025: US$ 11.54 billion; investment stock: US$ 27.9 billion
Why it matters — the Brazil × Japan angle
With the agreement, Brazilian food and beverages could reach Japanese shelves at more competitive prices — precisely the bridge Made in Brazil is building.
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