With several agricultural products now excluded from the United States\u2019 19 percent tariff, the competitiveness of Philippine exports has been bolstered, and this is seen to help increase economic stability.<\/p>\n
Included in the list of products exempted from the reciprocal tariff, as mentioned in U.S. President Donald Trump\u2019s Executive Order issued on Nov. 14, 2025, are coconut-based products, tropical fruit juices, cocoa, bananas, oranges and spices, among others.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe exemptions will provide much-needed relief to exporters, help safeguard jobs, and strengthen the competitiveness of Philippine products in one of our most important markets,\u201d Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) President Consul Enunina Mangio said in a statement on Wednesday.<\/p>\n
Citing government data, PCCI said some semiconductor items are also exempted from reciprocal tariffs, with exports estimated to be around USD2.5 to 3 billion annually.<\/p>\n
The statement noted that \u201cwith the additional exemptions of agricultural products, a large portion of Philippine exports to the U.S. will now be exempted from reciprocal tariff.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe PCCI appreciates the US\u2019s continued support and recognition of the Philippines\u2019 trade leadership. This announcement underscores the strong partnership between our countries and reinforces opportunities for Filipino enterprises to expand,\u201d Mangio added.<\/p>\n
On Tuesday, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said agricultural items included in the latest U.S. tariff exemption account for around USD1 billion in terms of value of the country\u2019s exports to the US in 2024. (PNA)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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