Brazil said it was awaiting a statement on technical documents issued to the European Commission as the deadline for a potential meat export ban approaches.
in maybeThe Commission confirmed that Brazil will no longer be allowed to export a range of animal products to the European Union as of September 3.
This came after member states voted on an updated list of third countries allowed to export food-producing animals and animal products to the European Union.
This includes both live food-producing animals and products derived from them – such as beef, poultry, eggs, honey and casings.
The Commission said that for Brazil to be included on the list, it must ensure compliance with EU requirements on the use of antimicrobials throughout the life of the animals from which exported products originate.
The Brazilian government said earlier that it was “surprised” by the country’s removal from the list and said that it would “immediately take all necessary measures to cancel this decision.”
She pointed out that Brazilian exports of animal products currently to the European Union “continue normally.”
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The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) said in a statement (translated) that “technical discussions with the European Union regarding health requirements applicable to the control of the use of antimicrobials in animal production are continuing.”
“So far, the European authorities have not yet issued a conclusive statement on the technical documents provided by the Brazilian government.
“Brazil has not requested any relaxation of European health regulations.
“The Brazilian state’s commitment has always been to fully meet the requirements set by import markets, as it has done for decades,” the statement explained.
The ministry said that Brazil exports animal products to more than 150 countries, “including markets known for their demand.”
He attributed this to the “international credibility of the official agricultural defense system.”
Documents
Brazil said it had provided the Commission with “strong technical documentation” on “official inspection mechanisms and government guarantees” for each of the production chains covered by European regulations.
“The documents objectively demonstrate how the Brazilian system ensures implementation verification, inspection, traceability, monitoring and certification of compliance with health requirements established by the European Union,” the ministry said.
He added, “Brazil reaffirms its firm commitment to fully fulfilling the European Union’s health requirements and maintaining an ongoing technical dialogue, based on science, transparency and cooperation between the competent authorities – principles that have historically strengthened international trade in agricultural products.”
exports
A recent report from RaboResearch It found that Brazilian product was “already being loaded into Europe” ahead of a potential ban on meat exports.
Brazil is a major supplier to the European Union, accounting for about 25% of chicken imports and 25% of beef imports.
Brazil’s chicken exports to the European Union rose by 53% year-on-year in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year, while beef exports increased by 7% during the same period.
“This may be driven not only by the expected ban, but also by the implementation of the EU-Mercosur agreement in May 2026, which could create additional incentives to increase imports,” the report said.
