Brazilian exports to China reached an all-time high in the first quarter of the year, driven mainly by a strong increase in oil shipments.

Between January and March, oil exports to the Chinese market grew by 94%, reaching a record value of $7.19 billion. This performance contributed decisively to the total of Brazilian exports to China, which amounted to $23.9 billion in the period, representing an increase of 21.7% compared to the same quarter in 2025. The data are provided by the Brazil-China Business Council (CEBC).

This figure constitutes the highest level ever recorded for a first quarter in trade between the two countries. According to the data, China remained the main destination for Brazilian exports, with a 29% share, while also being Brazil's largest supplier of imports, with a 26.3% share.

In this context of strong growth, oil stood out as the main driver of exports, with total shipments of $7.19 billion, reflecting a record volume sent to the Asian country. Beef was another product in evidence, with exports totalling $1.8 billion between January and March, also an all-time high.

(Source: Comex do Brasil, on 16 April)