Chemistry and beauty and the issue of US customs tariffs

France Chimie is calling for clarity on the EU-US trade agreement and regrets the lack of official publication. The professional organisation strongly condemns the imposition of penalties on EU companies, which would result in additional costs when exporting chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients to the United States. France Chimie urges the European Commission and French authorities to defend the sector's interests to avoid a loss in competitiveness, particularly with regard to the measures set out in its July 2025 action plan. France Chimie also stresses the urgent need for guaranteed access to carbon-free energy at a competitive price, as well as a reduction in taxes and charges. 

Meanwhile, Febea is sounding the alarm over the potential consequences for the beauty industry. According to a study by consultancy firm Asterès, these new tariff barriers could jeopardise exports worth more than €600 million and nearly 11,000 jobs by 2026. Its general delegate, Emmanuel Guichard, highlights "the extent of the risks posed by the trade war". These risks are compounded by additional pressures such as regulatory inflation, intense competition from Asia and the proliferation of trade barriers. In light of this, the Federation of Beauty Companies is calling for mobilisation around its European emergency action plan, the Beauty Industry Package, to safeguard the industry's leadership and attractiveness.