Temporary duty-free import of phosphate fertilizer from Morocco authorized

The Trump administration has declared an emergency regarding the supply of phosphate fertilizer and is allowing duty-free imports from Morocco for up to eight months. This action uses authority granted under Section 318(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930, which permits the President to waive import duties during emergencies involving food or medical supplies.

Why it matters: This is a targeted supply chain adjustment rather than a broad policy shift. It aims to lower costs for U.S. farmers during critical planting seasons by removing tariffs on Moroccan phosphate fertilizer, which is currently available without disruption. The move acknowledges that domestic manufacturing capacity cannot be expanded quickly enough to meet immediate demand.

Who it affects

• U.S. agricultural producers who purchase phosphate fertilizers for crops like corn and soybeans

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This action was issued by the Executive Office of the President via Proclamation 11038 on July 2, 2026; verify details in the original Federal Register document before relying on this summary for compliance purposes.

Agency: Executive Office of the President
Source: Federal Register — read the official document