The proposed EU–Mercosur Agreement could expand agricultural and food trade opportunities between South America and Europe, creating new possibilities for exporters across Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
The EU–Mercosur Agreement is expected to create one of the world's largest free trade areas, connecting more than 700 million consumers and reducing tariffs on the majority of goods traded between the two regions over time
As access to European markets evolves, buyers are expected to continue placing strong emphasis on supplier confidence. Food safety, traceability, sustainability, and responsible production are becoming increasingly important when selecting supply chain partners.
QIMA provides independent certification, audits, inspections, and verification services that help exporters demonstrate alignment with buyer, regulatory, and market expectations across global supply chains.
Market access requirements vary by product category, destination country, importer expectations, and applicable regulations.
Start your Export Passport Assessment to identify the certification and assurance services that may support your export readiness and buyer requirements.
CTA: Start Your Export Passport Assessment
Note: “Export Passport” is QIMA’s own name for this readiness assessment — the EU–Mercosur Agreement does not create an official passport itself. The closest regulatory equivalent is the EU’s Digital Product Passport (DPP), a separate sustainability and traceability requirement being phased in from 2027. QIMA can help you prepare for both.
Why an Export Passport?
Every country has a passport.
Every exporter needs credible proof for buyers.
Successfully entering international markets is not only about producing quality products. Buyers increasingly expect evidence that operations meet recognized food safety, traceability, sustainability, and responsible sourcing expectations.
Think of each certification, audit, inspection, or verification as another way to strengthen buyer confidence in your operation and supply chain.
What Changed on May 1, 2026
The EU–Mercosur Agreement provisionally entered into force on May 1, 2026, opening preferential access for most goods traded between the two regions, phased in over periods of up to 15 years. Nearly 80% of items exported from Brazil to Europe now qualify for zero tariffs — including coffee, vegetable oils, and fruit — with more than 5,000 product lines becoming more competitive.
Some categories, such as beef, poultry, and sugar, remain subject to export quotas, and 224 geographical indications (including cachaça and Patagonian lamb) are now protected from imitation. To claim these benefits, every shipment must carry the correct origin documentation — the same kind of proof buyers expect from your certifications.
Your Export Passport - Every stamp strengthens buyer confidence
Food Safety
Demonstrate commitment to internationally recognized food safety management systems.
Relevant services
Good Agricultural Practices
Support confidence from the farm through recognized agricultural and operational practices.
Relevant services
Sustainability and Traceability
Support transparency around environmental and responsible agricultural practices. Support greater visibility throughout your supply chain through independent verification and assessment activities.
Relevant services
Organic Certification (European)
Sustainability Audits and Verification (Rainforest, ROC..)
Traceability Assessments
Supply Chain Verification
Chain of Custody Verification
EUDR
Responsible Supply Chains
Build confidence throughout your operations and supply chain activities.
Relevant services
Social & Ethical Audits
Animal Welfare Verification
Export Readiness
Reduce commercial risk before products reach their destination.
Relevant services
Fresh Produce Inspection
Commodity Inspection
CTGrowing Opportunities. Higher Expectations.
The proposed EU–Mercosur Agreement may create new commercial opportunities for exporters targeting European markets.
As trade relationships expand, European buyers are expected to continue prioritizing suppliers that can demonstrate:
Food safety
Good agricultural practices
Supply chain traceability
Sustainability
Responsible sourcing
Animal welfare
Independent third-party verification
While requirements vary by customer and product category, demonstrating consistent operational practices can help strengthen buyer confidence and support commercial discussions.
How QIMA Supports Your Export Journey
Whether you are preparing for your first shipment into Europe or expanding existing export operations, QIMA provides independent assurance services that support transparency, traceability, and operational confidence across the supply chain.
Our services include
Food Safety Certification
Organic Certification
Sustainability Audits and Verification
Farm Assurance
Social & Ethical Audits
Animal Welfare Verification
Fresh Produce Inspection
Commodity Inspection
Traceability and Supply Chain Verification
Managing Your Certification Journey
For clients certified under BRCGS, SQF, and IFS, myQIMA provides added visibility into certification activities and audit management workflows.
Through myQIMA, clients can:
Track certification progress
Monitor non-conformities
Follow corrective actions
Access certification documents
Stay informed about upcoming certification activities and renewal timelines
Start Your Export Passport Assessment
Answer a few quick questions to receive guidance on the certification and assurance services that may align with your export goals and operational profile.
The assessment takes approximately 2 minutes.
You’ll tell us
Where you are located
What products you export
Which markets you are targeting
Which certifications you currently hold
Which operational challenges you are looking to address
Take the Next Step Toward the European Market
As new opportunities emerge under the proposed EU–Mercosur Agreement, preparation can help strengthen buyer confidence and support export readiness.
QIMA supports exporters through independent certification, audits, inspections, and verification services recognized across global supply chains.