Brazil - Netherlands Trade 2024 Whole Year: $9.37B Surplus
Key Market Takeaways: Brazil - Netherlands Trade
The bilateral trade relationship between Brazil and Netherlands is marked by growth, volatility, and a dominant surplus for Brazil in 2024.
- Economic Pulse: Brazil holds a $9.37B trade surplus ($11.76B exports vs. $2.39B imports), with exports nearly 5x imports. Volatility in both directions suggests shifting demand or supply chain adjustments.
- Exchange Structure: Brazil - Netherlands trade statistics reveal a resource-for-resource complementarity, with both sides trading mineral fuels (HS 27). Brazil exports raw materials (animal feed, wood pulp) while importing higher-value goods (machinery, pharmaceuticals).
- Strategic Interdependence: The Netherlands serves as a key European hub for Brazilian commodities, but Brazil’s import declines hint at reduced dependency or diversification efforts.
This bilateral trade snapshot is based on verified customs data from the yTrade database.
Brazil-Netherlands Trade Trend in Whole Year 2024
Brazil Export Performance: Shipments to Netherlands
- Total Volume: $11.76B in 2024.
- Growth Trend & Context:
- Mixed YoY performance: Sharp declines in Jan (-10.87%), Mar (-29.25%), and Oct (-24.3%) offset by strong growth in Apr (+32.8%) and Sep (+23.63%).
- No specific trade news to explain volatility.
- Key Volatility: Nov saw the highest MoM surge (+43.23%), while Dec recorded the steepest drop (-43.85%).
Brazil Import Performance: Sourcing from Netherlands
- Total Volume: $2.39B in 2024.
- Growth Trend & Context:
- Consistently negative YoY trends, with the steepest drops in Feb (-46.08%), Jun (-49.66%), and Dec (-33.91%).
- Key Volatility: Jan had the highest MoM jump (+46.46%), while Feb and Nov saw severe contractions (-49.74% and -31.2%, respectively).
Brazil - Netherlands Trade Balance & Market Dynamics
- Net Position: Brazil holds a trade surplus of $9.37B ($11.76B exports vs. $2.39B imports).
- Relationship Status: Brazil is a dominant net exporter to the Netherlands, with exports nearly 5x imports. Volatility in imports suggests reduced dependency or shifting sourcing strategies.
Brazil Import Trend from Netherlands 2024 Whole Year (Source: yTrade)**
| Month | Value | MoM | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 311.72M | 46.46% | 17.35% |
| Feb | 156.68M | -49.74% | -46.08% |
| Mar | 293.35M | 87.23% | -21.12% |
| Apr | 212.68M | -27.5% | -20.66% |
| May | 161.55M | -24.04% | -17.29% |
| Jun | 130.05M | -19.5% | -49.66% |
| Jul | 189.90M | 46.02% | 1.86% |
| Aug | 220.64M | 16.19% | -9.21% |
| Sep | 236.20M | 7.05% | -9.18% |
| Oct | 201.65M | -14.63% | -17.55% |
| Nov | 138.73M | -31.2% | -20.06% |
| Dec | 140.67M | 1.4% | -33.91% |
| Total | 2.39B | - | - |
Brazil Export Trend to Netherlands 2024 Whole Year (Source: yTrade)**
| Month | Value | MoM | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 872.54M | -4.75% | -10.87% |
| Feb | 648.38M | -25.69% | -3.79% |
| Mar | 890.04M | 37.27% | -29.25% |
| Apr | 1.14B | 28.04% | 32.8% |
| May | 1.00B | -12.17% | 4.4% |
| Jun | 1.06B | 5.73% | 1.11% |
| Jul | 1.08B | 1.63% | 6.04% |
| Aug | 931.51M | -13.39% | 4.82% |
| Sep | 1.00B | 7.86% | 23.63% |
| Oct | 971.02M | -3.35% | -24.3% |
| Nov | 1.39B | 43.23% | -3.62% |
| Dec | 780.87M | -43.85% | -14.75% |
| Total | 11.76B | - | - |
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Brazil-Netherlands Top Trading Products in Whole Year 2024
Brazil Export Profile: What Does Brazil Sell to Netherlands
- Top Commodity: Rank #1 export is HS Code 27 (Mineral fuels, oils, distillation products) at 29.48% of total exports.
- Demand Driver: Netherlands uses these for industrial processing, likely refining or re-exporting given its role as a European energy hub.
- Concentration: Trade is moderately concentrated, with the top 3 exports (HS 27, 23, 47) accounting for 45.26% of total exports.
Brazil Import Profile: What Does Brazil Buy from Netherlands
- Top Commodity: Rank #1 import is HS Code 27 (Mineral fuels, oils, distillation products) at 27.54% of total imports.
- Dependency Nature: Reflects energy security dynamics, possibly refined petroleum products or niche petrochemicals not produced domestically.
Brazil - Netherlands Trade Relationship Dynamics
- The Exchange Model: Resource-for-Resource Complementarity. Both sides trade heavily in mineral fuels (HS 27), suggesting a two-way flow of crude vs. refined products or specialized hydrocarbons.
- Value Chain Position: Netherlands likely holds higher value-add, given Brazil’s exports are raw (HS 23: animal feed, HS 47: wood pulp) while imports include machinery (HS 84) and pharmaceuticals (HS 30).
Import Analysis by Product: Netherlands to Brazil (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 27 | 659.17M | 27.54% |
| 84 | 366.92M | 15.33% |
| 30 | 171.96M | 7.18% |
| 31 | 148.06M | 6.19% |
| 39 | 124.59M | 5.20% |
| 87 | 102.41M | 4.28% |
| 90 | 92.91M | 3.88% |
| 21 | 76.45M | 3.19% |
| 29 | 72.79M | 3.04% |
| 20 | 66.18M | 2.76% |
Export Analysis by Product: Brazil to Netherlands (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 27 | 3.47B | 29.48% |
| 23 | 960.19M | 8.16% |
| 47 | 896.41M | 7.62% |
| 20 | 838.17M | 7.12% |
| 26 | 823.09M | 7.00% |
| 72 | 813.00M | 6.91% |
| 02 | 559.37M | 4.75% |
| 12 | 511.73M | 4.35% |
| 08 | 500.01M | 4.25% |
| 09 | 382.81M | 3.25% |
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Future Outlook & Strategic Recommendations
Forecast
Brazil’s trade surplus with the Netherlands is expected to remain robust in 2025, driven by sustained demand for mineral fuels (HS 27) and raw materials like wood pulp (HS 47). However, volatility in monthly trade flows—particularly in energy exports—suggests potential price sensitivity or supply chain disruptions that could dampen growth. The Netherlands’ role as a refining and re-export hub will likely keep imports of Brazilian crude stable, but traders should prepare for sharper swings in secondary commodities. Long-term, Brazil must diversify its export basket beyond raw materials to mitigate reliance on cyclical demand.
Strategic Moves
- Lock in Energy Contracts: Brazilian exporters of mineral fuels should secure long-term agreements with Dutch refiners to stabilize revenue amid volatile pricing.
- Diversify Export Mix: Brazil must invest in higher-value processing for commodities like wood pulp (HS 47) to capture more of the supply chain profit currently retained by the Netherlands.
- Monitor Logistics Costs: With heavy two-way trade in bulk commodities, shippers should optimize routes and negotiate port fees to offset margin pressures from fluctuating freight rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Brazil - Netherlands trade perform in 2024 Whole Year?
Brazil exported $11.76B to the Netherlands and imported $2.39B, with mixed YoY growth trends and high volatility in monthly trade flows.
What are the top exports from Brazil to Netherlands?
The top exports are HS Code 27 (Mineral fuels, oils, distillation products), HS Code 23 (animal feed), and HS Code 47 (wood pulp), accounting for 45.26% of total exports.
What does Brazil import from Netherlands?
The top import is HS Code 27 (Mineral fuels, oils, distillation products), followed by machinery (HS 84) and pharmaceuticals (HS 30).
What is the trade balance between Brazil and Netherlands?
Brazil holds a trade surplus of $9.37B, with exports nearly 5x imports, indicating a dominant net exporter position.
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