United States removes reciprocal tariffs on certain agricultural products
Executive order exempts select agricultural products from reciprocal tariffs following progress in trade negotiations
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november 17, 2025
President Trump on November 14, 2025, signed an executive order modifying the scope of reciprocal tariffs that were initially announced on April 2, 2025. The modification exempts certain qualifying agricultural products from these tariffs.
Summary
As explained in the White House fact sheet (November 14, 2025):
- President Trump in April 2025 introduced global reciprocal tariffs to address trade deficits and the lack of reciprocity in bilateral trade relationships. The tariffs were initially imposed on various products, excluding certain critical minerals and energy products. Read TradeNewsFlash
- The scope was adjusted in September 2025, adding and removing goods from Annex II of Executive Order 14257. The president established a framework for implementing trade deals, identifying goods potentially exempt from future tariffs. Read TradeNewsFlash
- Due to progress in reciprocal trade negotiations, domestic demand, and production capacity, President Trump has decided to exempt certain agricultural products from reciprocal tariffs. These products include coffee, tea, tropical fruits, cocoa, spices, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, beef, and additional fertilizers.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) also issued guidance—CSMS # 66814923—regarding the exemptions.
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