Brazilian wood products sector remains operational despite tariff-driven market disruption

Brazil’s wood products sector remained operational in 2025 despite a sharp deterioration in external trade conditions, as higher US tariffs disrupted exports, pressured margins and forced producers to adjust output and sales strategies. The year began with expectations of production growth, new investments and stable international trade. That outlook changed after the United States imposed additional tariffs on Brazilian wood-based products, initially set at 10% in April and increased to 50% in August. The higher duties reduced price competitiveness in the US market, contributing to trade imbalances and weakening export returns. The impact was reflected in ...