Based on recent U.S. trade policies under the Trump administration, several imported goods sold at Aldi have seen price increases due to new tariffs imposed starting in August 2025.
These tariffs, ranging from 10% to 50% depending on the country of origin, target key suppliers like Brazil, the EU, Mexico, Canada, and Chile.
We’ve included estimated price impacts and tariff details for context.
Barissimo Coffee:
Prices for a 12-oz bag have nearly doubled from ~$3.49 to $6.89 in many locations. Driven by a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports (effective Aug. 1, 2025), as Brazil supplies over 25% of U.S. coffee. Aldi has shifted to pricier sources like Colombia, increasing costs.
Imported Cheese (e.g., Specially Selected Brie, Parmesan):
Tray prices up from $4-5 to $8-10. Affected by 15-30% EU tariffs (effective July 31, 2025), hitting French, Italian, and German cheeses. Aldi has substituted some with domestic versions, but quality complaints persist.
Imported Sausages/Salami (e.g., Appleton Farms or Specially Selected Prosciutto, Salami):
Prices risen from $4-5 to $8-9 per pack. EU tariffs (15-30%) on Italian and German products have led to sourcing changes, resulting in higher sodium and altered flavors in substitutes.
Chocolate Bars (e.g., Choceur or Moser Roth European-Style):
Up from ~$3 to $5-6 per bar. Impacted by 15% EU tariffs on Belgian, French, and Italian chocolate, plus shifts in cocoa sourcing due to tariffs on African producers (e.g., Ivory Coast).
Cocoa Powder (e.g., Baker’s Corner or Specially Selected):
Prices increased from $3.75-4 to $5-6 per can. Tied to EU tariffs (15%) and broader cocoa supply disruptions from tariffs on major producers like Ghana and Ivory Coast.
Frozen Salmon (e.g., Fremont Fish Market Atlantic Salmon Fillets):
Pound prices jumped from $7-9 to $15-18. Caused by 35% tariffs on Canadian imports and 10-50% on Chilean salmon (key suppliers), leading to quality issues like excessive ice glazing.
Bananas:
Now 50-60 cents each, up from 25 cents. Affected by 10-25% tariffs on Central American imports (e.g., Guatemala, Honduras) and Mexico, adding up to $250M annually in industry costs.
Avocados:
Prices doubled from ~89 cents to $1.79 each. Driven by 25% tariffs on Mexican imports (primary source), potentially raising costs by 20-25% at retail.
Bottled Orange Juice (e.g., Nature’s Nectar):
Up from under $2 to $4-4.59 per bottle. Linked to 50% tariffs on Brazilian concentrates (effective Aug. 1, 2025), despite some industry pushback and lawsuits; Florida production can’t fully compensate.
Italian Pasta (e.g., Priano Line):
16-oz bags now $2.80-3.50, up from $1.50-2. Impacted by 15-30% EU tariffs on Italian imports, prompting blends with domestic wheat that reduce quality and nutrition.
