{"id":29217,"date":"2025-08-01T14:52:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T12:52:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/it.andersen.com\/?p=29217"},"modified":"2025-08-13T14:55:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T12:55:13","slug":"us-eu-tariff-agreement-trump-signs-executive-order-making-trade-deal-effective","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/it.andersen.com\/en\/us-eu-tariff-agreement-trump-signs-executive-order-making-trade-deal-effective\/","title":{"rendered":"US\u2013EU tariff agreement: Trump signs executive order making trade deal effective"},"content":{"rendered":"

During the night (European time)<\/strong>, U.S. President Donald Trump<\/strong> signed an executive order<\/strong> that puts into effect the recently announced trade deal on tariffs<\/strong> with the European Union<\/strong>.
\nThis is a key step that transforms the political agreement<\/strong>, made in coordination with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen<\/strong>, into concrete trade measures<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

15% tariff cap on European goods<\/h2>\n

The deal introduces a 15% cap on U.S. tariffs<\/strong> for most European goods<\/strong>, applicable starting August 7, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Although no specific exemptions have been granted yet, the European Commission<\/strong> has stated its intention to negotiate as many exemptions as possible<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

We will continue to monitor developments closely<\/strong> in order to provide timely updates.<\/p>\n

No immediate impact on maritime shipments<\/h2>\n

Maritime shipments<\/strong> will not be affected immediately. Current tariffs<\/strong> will remain in place until October 5, 2025<\/strong>, providing a transitional period for logistics and customs adjustments.<\/p>\n

Summary of the EU\u2013US Trade Agreement: key sectors impacted<\/h2>\n

The agreement, announced on July 27, 2025<\/strong>, aims to strengthen economic ties<\/strong> between the EU and the United States<\/strong>, directly impacting strategic and highly integrated sectors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Automotive sector: major tariff reductions<\/h3>\n

One of the most significant outcomes is the reduction of tariffs on European cars and parts<\/strong>.
\nU.S. tariffs announced in April 2025<\/strong>, which could reach up to 25% (plus a 2.5% MFN tariff)<\/strong>, will now be replaced by a single 15% cap<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This brings immediate relief for European automotive manufacturers<\/strong>, particularly those based in Germany and Italy<\/strong>, who export millions of vehicles and parts<\/strong> to the U.S. market.<\/p>\n

Pharmaceutical sector: return to pre-2025 tariff levels<\/h3>\n

The pharmaceutical industry<\/strong> will also benefit. Tariffs on certain European generic drugs<\/strong> will revert to their pre-January 2025 levels<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This change increases competitiveness for EU-based pharmaceutical companies<\/strong>, which have been negatively impacted by high and unpredictable trade barriers<\/strong> in the U.S.<\/p>\n

Steel industry: tariff quotas and reduced duties<\/h3>\n

In the steel sector<\/strong>, the agreement sets up tariff quotas<\/strong> based on historical export volumes for European steel, aluminum, and copper<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This move drastically reduces U.S. tariffs<\/strong>, which had previously climbed as high as 50%<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Both the EU and the U.S.<\/strong> commit to jointly defend their steel and metal industries<\/strong> against unfair global trade practices<\/strong>, with particular attention to overcapacity in third countries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Market access for U.S. exports to the EU<\/h2>\n

The trade agreement allows targeted increases in U.S. exports to the European market<\/strong>, with improved access for:<\/p>\n

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  • Agricultural goods<\/strong> (soybean oil, planting seeds, processed foods)<\/li>\n
  • Seafood<\/strong> (Alaska salmon, shrimp)<\/li>\n
  • Low-duty industrial products<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    These U.S. exports to the EU<\/strong> will be managed through regulated quotas<\/strong> and will not affect sensitive sectors<\/strong> such as beef and poultry<\/strong>, preserving core EU agricultural protections.<\/p>\n

    Technical, economic, and energy cooperation strengthened<\/h2>\n

    The agreement enhances transatlantic cooperation<\/strong> in several key areas:<\/p>\n

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    • Technical standards<\/strong>, especially in automotive and public health<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Economic security<\/strong>, including investment screening<\/strong> and export control policies<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Energy supply diversification<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      As part of the deal, the EU plans to import liquefied natural gas (LNG)<\/strong>, oil<\/strong>, and critical technologies<\/strong> such as AI chips<\/strong> from the United States.<\/p>\n

      Total procurement commitments are valued at approximately \u20ac740 billion over the next three years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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