[SMM Iron & Steel] Brazil-US Pig Iron Export Negotiations to Kick Off This Week

Published: Jun 12, 2026 16:46

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Representatives from Brazil's MDIC and the US Trade Representative (USTR) will begin negotiations this week over the removal of Brazilian pig iron from the 25% tariff exemption list. Brazil will highlight its pig iron's critical role in the US foundry industry — imports reached 3.365 million tonnes in 2025 (83% of Brazil's total exports), with 1.209 million tonnes recorded in January–May 2026 alone. Presidents Lula and Trump may also discuss the issue at the G7 summit in France. A key competitive advantage: Brazilian independent producers use charcoal in blast furnaces, achieving near-zero net CO₂ emissions.

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