The EU–Mercosur interim trade agreement has applied provisionally since 1 May 2026. For eligible EU exporters, this is a reason to review product-specific market economics — not a promise of universal duty-free access.
Where European companies can act now
Industrial machinery and components
Review local buyer segments, technical specification, installation, maintenance obligations and the phase-in for your tariff line.
Medical products and life sciences
Validate Brazilian product registrations, importer responsibilities and institutional procurement before choosing a distributor.
Specialized consumer brands
Test channel pricing, taxes, product labels, importer margin and direct-to-retail potential.
Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal
Start with a country-specific commercial hypothesis, not a generic assumption that all EU exporters have identical routes.
What to validate before entering Brazil
Confirm NCM/HS classification and origin against official schedules.
Include duties, other taxes, logistics, importer margin, currency and service.
Contact specific companies and qualified distributors; track interviews and next steps.
Test a focused pipeline before committing to permanent infrastructure.
How E2M can help
E2M supports mid-sized European manufacturers and brands with market validation, Brazilian target-account lists, distributor and partner screening, qualified outreach, meetings and local commercial coordination. Our São Paulo hub also supports practical setup when expansion is justified.
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Practical questions
Does the agreement remove all import duties immediately?
No. Changes vary by product, schedule, rules of origin, safeguards and applicable Brazilian requirements.
Do we need a Brazilian company on day one?
Not always. Distributor, representation and structured pilot models can be assessed before incorporating.
Can E2M act as our importer or customs attorney?
Those activities require the right operating arrangement and qualified partners. E2M coordinates commercial work and specialized providers when needed.
Official sources and verification
Decision support, not legal, tax or customs advice. Trade preferences depend on the product, origin, rules and applicable timetable. Ask qualified specialists to verify material decisions.