📰 Key Details of the Tariff Reduction
Who announced it? US President Donald Trump announced the decision via an Executive Order.
What was cut? Tariffs (import duties) were rolled back on more than 200 food and agricultural products (specifically, 254 products, including 229 agricultural lines).
When was it effective? The exemptions took effect on November 13, 2025.
Why the cut? The primary driver was domestic pressure in the US over rising consumer prices and inflation.
🇮🇳 Indian Sectors That Will Gain
The tariff rollback immediately benefits Indian products where a strong export footprint already exists. The exemptions cover exports worth over $1 billion annually.
The biggest winners are:
Spices: Products like black pepper, turmeric, cumin, cardamom, and ginger will become cheaper in the US market, giving Indian exporters a competitive edge.
Tea and Coffee: Speciality teas and coffee extracts and preparations.
Processed Foods: Items like fruit juices, pulps, cocoa-based products, and mango derivatives.
Nuts and Fruits: Selected items, including cashew nuts and certain tropical fruits.
This reduction is seen as a positive step toward leveling the playing field for Indian agricultural exporters, although major Indian exports like seafood (shrimp), Basmati rice, gems and jewelry, and apparel remain subject to the high reciprocal tariffs.