Washington lifts reciprocal tariffs on key CARICOM exports

A November order exempted a range of agri-food and chemical products, easing pressure on regional exporters after months of uncertainty.

The 14 November 2025 order exempted more than 200 agricultural products and chemicals including ammonia, UAN and methanol. A regional private-sector body had estimated the tariffs would cost CARICOM about US$653 million a year in export revenue.

Trinidad and Tobago gains most from the chemical exemptions, and Jamaica from agricultural relief amid hurricane recovery. The episode is a reminder of how quickly a single decision in Washington reaches Caribbean earnings.