Brazil: Food Processing Ingredients

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In 2014, the food processing industry in Brazil showed somewhat weak growth of 1.5 percent, however imports of intermediate food products kept a more traditional pace. Brazil is one of major world players in the sector, with a food processing industry valued at US$225 billion. Despite the current economic scenario, the country presents genuine opportunities for U.S. exporters of intermediate products and ingredients.

Brazil: Food Processing Ingredients

 

Western Hemisphere, Brazil
Processed Food Products

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