Brazil
U.S. Trade with Brazil in 2021
Export Market Rank
#32 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$755.91 Million
3-Year Average
$968.04 Million
Compound Average Growth
-0.35% (2012-2021)
Total Export Value 2012 - 2021
Export Value by Commodity 2021
Top 10 Exports to Brazil in 2021
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethanol (non-bev.) | $146.15 Million | --- | $373.49 Million | -39% |
| Other Intermediate Products | $88.65 Million | 17,693 | $69.7 Million | 10% |
| Essential Oils | $72.66 Million | 4,029 | $46.63 Million | 71% |
| Other Feeds, Meals & Fodders | $62.35 Million | 15,791 | $52.8 Million | 85% |
| Dairy Products | $42.75 Million | 10,184 | $49.72 Million | -41% |
| Food Preparations | $35.92 Million | 3,034 | $45.54 Million | -34% |
| Distilled Spirits | $30.6 Million | --- | $16.98 Million | 655% |
| Dextrins, Peptones, & Proteins | $29.08 Million | 5,409 | $42.19 Million | -22% |
| Eggs & Products | $28.04 Million | 192 | $24.4 Million | 114% |
| Wheat | $26.23 Million | 89,298 | $279.39 Million | 96% |
Data and Analysis
This monthly report includes information on U.S. and global imports of dairy products, including maximum quantities that can be imported under tariff-rate quota licensing.
Post increased the 2022/23 forecast for soybean planted area expansion to 43.3 million hectares (ha) and soybean production to 153 million metric tons (MMT). This season sowing began optimistically, with most soybeans planted on time compared to last year. However, in the southern part of the country including Rio Grande do Sul and Parana, rains will be needed in January because if continues to be dry, the crop will be negatively impacted.
After being adversely affected by the coronavirus pandemic, Brazil’s gross domestic product (GDP) registered two years of consecutive growth, 4.6 percent in 2021 and an estimated 3 percent by the end of 2022.
News and Features
In honor of National Hot Sauce Day, USDA-FAS is celebrating a category of U.S. food exports that come in small packages but pack a lot of flavors and often heat – condiments and sauces. In 2021, the export of U.S.-made condiments and sauces was valued at $2 billion.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Dr. Jewel Bronaugh administered the oath of office today to 14 USDA employees who will serve American agriculture internationally as members of the Foreign Service.
January 21, 2022
Feature
2021 Highlights: Expanding Opportunities, Tackling Challenges for U.S. Agriculture
Throughout 2021, FAS was proud to support USDA's efforts to create more and better markets for U.S. agriculture, to address the climate crisis, and to promote nutrition and food security.