Analysis by sector

MERCOSUR Agreements: What Impact on Your Sector?

EU-MERCOSUR and EFTA-MERCOSUR agreements impact each sector differently. Select your industry to discover specific challenges, opportunities and tailored solutions.

By industry

9 sectors analysed in detail

€ 12 Mrd
Automotive trade
35%→0%
Vehicle tariff reduction
7 ans
Transition period
60%
Regional content required

Opportunities

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  • Progressive elimination of vehicle customs duties (35%→0%)
  • Access to Brazilian market (6th largest automotive market)
  • Integration of EU-MERCOSUR supply chains
  • Export of parts and components with origin cumulation
  • Technology transfer and co-development

Risks and challenges

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  • CBAM: impact on steel and aluminium imported from MERCOSUR
  • Strict rules of origin (60% regional content)
  • Competition from local manufacturers (Brazil, Argentina)
  • Divergent technical standards (homologation, safety)
  • Currency risk and macroeconomic instability

Key regulations

CBAM
Impact on steel/aluminium
RoO
Rules of origin 60% regional content
TBT
Technical barriers to trade

Recommended resources

CBAM UrgencyRules of originROI CalculatorFreeTariff simulatorFree
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