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Português do Brasil The trade relationship between Brazil and China has reached an unprecedented level. In 2025, bilateral trade hit a historic milestone of US$ 170.9 billion, solidifying China as the primary destination for 28.7% of Brazilian exports and accounting for 42.6% of our trade surplus. However, behind these impressive numbers lies a structural challenge: the concentration of the export agenda on primary products, such as soybeans, crude oil, and iron ore, which accounted for over 74% of the total exported last year.
The vulnerability of dependency and new opportunities
Dependency on a few products and a single market carries significant risks. Recent Chinese safeguards on beef, which raised tariffs to 55% on excess volumes, exemplify how unilateral decisions can swiftly impact the national economy. This scenario reinforces the urgency of diversifying Brazil's trade agenda.
The potential for this diversification is vast. With a market of 1.4 billion people and a GDP of US$ 19.5 trillion, China offers opportunities in sectors such as machinery, pharmaceuticals, aircraft, and chemicals. Even curious niches, such as the export of chicken feet—an item of extremely high demand in China—show how complementarity between the two economies can generate new revenue streams and strengthen Brazil's productive autonomy in the long term.
The importance of partnerships with chinese suppliers
For the Brazilian importer, China is much more than a destination for our raw materials; it is the world's largest source of innovation and productive efficiency. Establishing solid commercial partnerships with Chinese suppliers is fundamental to ensuring competitiveness, access to new technologies, and security in operations.
However, navigating the complexities of such a dynamic market requires expertise and a strategic presence. This is where having the right support makes all the difference in transforming commercial potential into real, secure results.
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