The Philippines announced on November 9 a 60-day restriction on imports of pork products and offal from several countries, including Brazil. The trade safeguard measure was announced by the Philippine Department of Agriculture.
According to Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, the measure stems from a preliminary investigation by Philippine authorities into the effects of increased imports on local production. The ministry is monitoring its implementation, including the start date and permitted volumes.
The Philippines is the main destination for Brazilian exports of fresh pork. Between January and September 2026, sales totaled US$530.9 million and 222,700 metric tons, according to the figures presented in the source.
The Brazilian Animal Protein Association said it is in talks with the Brazilian government and will take part later this week in a mission to the Philippines led by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The association will seek a possible reversal of the measure and the continued shipment of potentially affected products.
