China has become Brazil’s top supplier of consumer goods, reaching a record 26 per cent share of Brazilian imports in the first half of 2025. This increase reflects a broader shift in trade patterns, reported Brasil 247, a partner of TV BRICS, citing data from the Brazilian Institute of Economics. 

The rise is particularly notable in durable consumer goods, with imports from China rising nearly 12 per cent year-on-year. May saw the largest spike, with a 110 per cent increase compared to the same month in 2024.

The automotive sector has been a key driver of this trend. Notably, more than 7,000 vehicles from Chinese manufacturers were delivered to the port of Itajai in May alone. This marks the fourth such shipment this year at that port. 

The Brazilian automotive industry is witnessing the growing presence of Chinese vehicles, which now account for 6 per cent of the national market. Overall, Chinese carmakers are gaining a growing foothold in Brazil, with both electric and combustion models contributing to this momentum.

The report also stressed that China’s dominance extends beyond vehicles. It now leads in exports of household appliances to Brazil and has significantly increased exports of non-durable goods like textiles.

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