The international food trade is shifting and fast. One of the most important recent developments in our industry is the removal of tariffs on U.S. nuts entering the European Union. This decision is already reshaping the nut trade between both continents.
U.S. tree nuts enter Europe duty-free: what it means for Spanish almond exporters
Thanks to the new agreement, American almonds, walnuts, pistachios and pecans can now be imported into the EU without paying import duties. For many European importers, this opens the door to new sourcing opportunities and pricing advantages.
But for suppliers and manufactures who work with premium-quality nuts, especially iconic varieties like Marcona almond, the challenge is clear. How to compete with large-scale imports while maintaining a strong identity based on flavor, origin and excellence.
Meanwhile, import duties on Spanish food products are rising in the U.S.
While Europe is easing restrictions, the United States has recently increased import duties on several European food products, including almonds and other staples of Spanish cuisine such as extra olive oil and Spanish cheese.
This shift makes it more expensive to export high-quality Spanish food to the U.S. putting pressure on suppliers, importers and distributors working with authentic Mediterranean ingredients.
Learn more about U.S. import duty changes on food products (source: USDA)
Our strategy: absorbing costs to support importers and distributors
We understand that our success depends on strong, transparent partnerships with importers, distributors and retailers in the U.S. That’s why we’ve made a clear and strategic decision: we are absorbing part of the increased U.S. import duty costs, to avoid passing that burden onto our partners or end consumers.
Why? Because we believe in building long-term stable relationships and we’re proud to deliver what we believe is the finest almond in the world: Marcona almond. Grown and harvested in Spain with passion, tradition and precision.
Quality that speaks for itself
As global almond exporters, we know how important is to stay competitive but we also know that quality never goes out of style.
Today’s consumers demand more than just low prices. They expecto:
- Authenticity.
- Traceable origin.
- Superior taste and texture.
- Responsible and sustainable production.
And that’s exactly what Spanish almonds, especially the Marcona variety, represent.
Spain’s culinary icons belong on the global table
From almonds to olive oil, from cheese to other Mediterranean specialities, Spanish food exports continue to gain popularity across the globe. Even as trade rules evolve, our mission remains clear; to showcase the best of our land, our people and our culinary heritage, without compromise.
We’ll continue doing everything necessary to ensure our products remain accesible, competitive and true to their origin.
Let’s work together
Are you an importer, distributor or retailer looking for premium-quality Spanish almonds?
We’d love to talk export@elnogal.com
