Brazil - Germany Trade 2025 Q2: Resource-for-Tech Gap
Key Market Takeaways: Brazil - Germany Trade
The bilateral trade relationship between Brazil and Germany shows volatile growth with a heavy import tilt in Q2 2025.
- $5.22B total trade, $2.26B deficit for Brazil—imports from Germany (2.5x exports) reflect persistent dependency.
- Resource-for-Tech exchange: Brazil supplies coffee, ores, and feed (61.5% of exports) while Germany dominates with machinery and pharmaceuticals (48.5% of imports).
- Asymmetric value chains: Germany’s high-tech exports reinforce Brazil’s role as a commodity supplier, highlighting structural trade gaps.
This bilateral trade snapshot is based on verified customs data from the yTrade database.
Brazil-Germany Trade Trend in Q2 2025
Brazil Export Performance: Shipments to Germany
- Total Volume: $1.48B in Q2 2025.
- Growth Trend & Context:
- YoY swings sharply: +34.53% in April, +14.59% in May, then -34.98% in June. Volatility suggests demand shocks or inventory adjustments.
- Key Volatility: May saw a -27.83% MoM drop, followed by another -21.38% decline in June—indicating sustained contraction.
Brazil Import Performance: Sourcing from Germany
- Total Volume: $3.74B in Q2 2025.
- Growth Trend & Context:
- Mixed YoY: -3.23% in April, +5.73% in May, +3.67% in June. Recovery after a weak start.
- Key Volatility: May surged 12.39% MoM, the quarter’s peak, before a -2.79% dip in June.
Brazil - Germany Trade Balance & Market Dynamics
- Net Position: $2.26B Deficit (Imports exceeded exports).
- Relationship Status: Brazil remains heavily import-dependent on Germany, with Q2 imports 2.5x higher than exports.
Brazil Import Trend from Germany 2025 Q2 (Source: yTrade)**
| Month | Value | MoM | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | 1.16B | 2.46% | -3.23% |
| May | 1.31B | 12.39% | 5.73% |
| Jun | 1.27B | -2.79% | 3.67% |
| Total | 3.74B | - | - |
Brazil Export Trend to Germany 2025 Q2 (Source: yTrade)**
| Month | Value | MoM | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | 648.20M | 1.24% | 34.53% |
| May | 467.79M | -27.83% | 14.59% |
| Jun | 367.76M | -21.38% | -34.98% |
| Total | 1.48B | - | - |
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Brazil-Germany Top Trading Products in Q2 2025
Brazil Export Profile: What Does Brazil Sell to Germany
- Top Commodity: Rank #1 export is HS Code 09 (likely coffee, tea, and spices) with 30.16% share.
- Demand Driver: Germany uses these for consumer markets (food/beverage industries).
- Concentration: Top 3 exports (HS 09, 26, 23) account for 61.47% of total exports, indicating moderate concentration in agricultural and mineral products.
Brazil Import Profile: What Does Brazil Buy from Germany
- Top Commodity: Rank #1 import is HS Code 84 (machinery/industrial equipment) with 24.24% share.
- Dependency Nature: Critical technology dependency, as machinery and pharmaceuticals (HS 30) dominate imports.
Brazil - Germany Trade Relationship Dynamics
- The Exchange Model: Resource-for-Tech Complementarity. Brazil supplies raw materials (coffee, ores, animal feed) while Germany exports high-value machinery and chemicals.
- Value Chain Position: Germany holds the higher value-add position, with complex exports (machinery, pharmaceuticals) versus Brazil’s commodity-heavy exports.
Import Analysis by Product: Germany to Brazil (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 84 | 906.78M | 24.24% |
| 30 | 508.84M | 13.60% |
| 87 | 424.28M | 11.34% |
| 85 | 346.89M | 9.27% |
| 29 | 324.78M | 8.68% |
| 90 | 266.09M | 7.11% |
| 39 | 164.80M | 4.40% |
| 38 | 161.41M | 4.31% |
| 73 | 84.09M | 2.25% |
| 72 | 61.00M | 1.63% |
Export Analysis by Product: Brazil to Germany (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 09 | 447.46M | 30.16% |
| 26 | 281.05M | 18.94% |
| 23 | 183.51M | 12.37% |
| 84 | 107.28M | 7.23% |
| 28 | 57.33M | 3.86% |
| 71 | 52.25M | 3.52% |
| 85 | 35.31M | 2.38% |
| 47 | 34.41M | 2.32% |
| 02 | 25.41M | 1.71% |
| 72 | 24.06M | 1.62% |
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Future Outlook & Strategic Recommendations
Forecast for Brazil-Germany Trade
The Brazil-Germany trade relationship is expected to remain volatile in Q3 2025, with Brazil’s export performance likely to face continued demand fluctuations in key commodities like coffee and ores. Germany’s steady import recovery suggests stable machinery and pharmaceutical demand, but Brazil’s widening trade deficit signals an urgent need for export diversification. Traders should anticipate price swings in agricultural exports while preparing for sustained German industrial demand. The Brazil-Germany trade forecast hinges on Brazil’s ability to stabilize supply chains and Germany’s appetite for raw materials amid global economic uncertainty.
Strategic Moves for Traders & Policymakers
- Lock in Long-Term Contracts for Commodities: With Brazil’s top exports (HS 09, 26, 23) facing erratic demand, exporters should secure fixed-price agreements with German buyers to mitigate revenue volatility.
- Diversify Import Sources for Critical Machinery: Brazil’s heavy reliance on German industrial equipment (HS 84) exposes it to supply chain risks. Importers must explore alternative suppliers in the EU or Asia to reduce dependency.
- Invest in Value-Added Export Processing: To narrow the trade deficit, Brazilian producers should prioritize upgrading raw materials (e.g., roasted coffee over green beans) to capture higher margins in Germany’s consumer markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Brazil - Germany trade perform in 2025 Q2?
Brazil's exports to Germany totaled $1.48B, showing volatile growth, while imports from Germany reached $3.74B, with a mixed recovery trend.
What are the top exports from Brazil to Germany?
Brazil's top exports to Germany include coffee, tea, and spices (HS Code 09), along with ores and animal feed (HS Codes 26 and 23).
What does Brazil import from Germany?
Brazil primarily imports machinery and industrial equipment (HS Code 84) and pharmaceuticals (HS Code 30) from Germany.
What is the trade balance between Brazil and Germany?
Brazil recorded a $2.26B trade deficit with Germany in Q2 2025, with imports 2.5x higher than exports.
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