Brazil - Netherlands Trade 2025 Q2: $2.42B Surplus
Key Market Takeaways: Brazil - Netherlands Trade
The bilateral trade relationship between Brazil and Netherlands reflects strong outward trade reliance with mixed growth signals in Q2 2025.
- Brazil holds a $2.42B surplus, exporting $2.88B (volatile YoY trends) while importing $460.08M (uneven demand) from the Netherlands.
- Resource-for-Tech Complementarity: Brazil’s top exports (mineral fuels, oils) fuel Dutch industry, while it imports critical machinery (22% of total) for high-tech needs.
- Asymmetric Value Chain: The Netherlands commands higher value-add in advanced goods, while Brazil remains a key commodities supplier.
This bilateral trade snapshot is based on verified customs data from the yTrade database.
Brazil-Netherlands Trade Trend in Q2 2025
Brazil Export Performance: Shipments to Netherlands
- Total Volume: $2.88B in Q2 2025.
- Growth Trend & Context: Mixed YoY performance—May (+11.28%) countered by sharp declines in April (-24.63%) and June (-14.24%). No news to contextualize volatility.
- Key Volatility: May saw a 29.67% MoM surge, while June dropped -18.52% MoM.
Brazil Import Performance: Sourcing from Netherlands
- Total Volume: $460.08M in Q2 2025.
- Growth Trend & Context: YoY trends were uneven: June (+6.11% YoY) offset April’s -25.48% contraction. No news to explain fluctuations.
- Key Volatility: April recorded the steepest MoM drop (-26.38%), while May rebounded modestly (+3.21%).
Brazil - Netherlands Trade Balance & Market Dynamics
- Net Position: Brazil holds a $2.42B trade surplus with the Netherlands (Exports: $2.88B; Imports: $460.08M).
- Relationship Status: Dominant net exporter, with exports exceeding imports by over 6x, signaling strong outward trade reliance.
Brazil Import Trend from Netherlands 2025 Q2 (Source: yTrade)**
| Month | Value | MoM | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | 158.49M | -26.38% | -25.48% |
| May | 163.58M | 3.21% | 1.26% |
| Jun | 138.00M | -15.64% | 6.11% |
| Total | 460.08M | - | - |
Brazil Export Trend to Netherlands 2025 Q2 (Source: yTrade)**
| Month | Value | MoM | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr | 858.94M | -10.89% | -24.63% |
| May | 1.11B | 29.67% | 11.28% |
| Jun | 907.53M | -18.52% | -14.24% |
| Total | 2.88B | - | - |
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Brazil-Netherlands Top Trading Products in Q2 2025
Brazil Export Profile: What Does Brazil Sell to Netherlands
- Top Commodity: Rank #1 export is HS 27 (Mineral Fuels, Oils) at 30.83% of total exports.
- Demand Driver: Netherlands uses these for industrial processing and energy needs.
- Concentration: Trade is moderately concentrated, with the top 3 exports (HS 27, 12, 23) accounting for 46.08% of total exports.
Brazil Import Profile: What Does Brazil Buy from Netherlands
- Top Commodity: Rank #1 import is HS 84 (Nuclear Reactors, Machinery) at 22.02% of total imports.
- Dependency Nature: Critical technology dependency, as Brazil relies on Dutch machinery and high-tech equipment.
Brazil - Netherlands Trade Relationship Dynamics
- The Exchange Model: Resource-for-Tech Complementarity. Brazil exports raw materials (fuels, ores, food) while importing high-value machinery and chemicals.
- Value Chain Position: Netherlands holds the higher value-add position, supplying advanced industrial goods, while Brazil provides commodities.
Import Analysis by Product: Netherlands to Brazil (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 84 | 101.29M | 22.02% |
| 39 | 40.31M | 8.76% |
| 31 | 36.55M | 7.94% |
| 90 | 28.59M | 6.22% |
| 21 | 26.06M | 5.66% |
| 87 | 23.81M | 5.18% |
| 20 | 23.74M | 5.16% |
| 30 | 22.44M | 4.88% |
| 85 | 18.40M | 4.00% |
| 29 | 14.97M | 3.25% |
Export Analysis by Product: Brazil to Netherlands (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| 27 | 888.06M | 30.83% |
| 12 | 240.44M | 8.35% |
| 23 | 198.68M | 6.90% |
| 47 | 192.80M | 6.69% |
| 26 | 185.72M | 6.45% |
| 72 | 162.43M | 5.64% |
| 02 | 158.08M | 5.49% |
| 20 | 137.93M | 4.79% |
| 09 | 109.18M | 3.79% |
| 08 | 107.47M | 3.73% |
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Future Outlook & Strategic Recommendations
Forecast
Brazil’s trade surplus with the Netherlands is expected to persist in Q3 2025, driven by sustained demand for mineral fuels (HS 27) and agricultural commodities. However, volatility in export growth—evident in Q2’s erratic YoY swings—suggests traders should prepare for short-term fluctuations, particularly in energy markets. The resource-for-tech exchange model will remain dominant, but Brazil must address its over-reliance on Dutch machinery (HS 84) to mitigate supply chain risks. Long-term, Brazil’s export growth hinges on stabilizing commodity shipments while diversifying into higher-value goods.
Strategic Moves
- Lock in Fuel Contracts: Brazilian exporters should secure long-term agreements with Dutch buyers to stabilize revenue amid volatile energy prices, leveraging the Netherlands’ industrial dependency on mineral fuels.
- Diversify Tech Imports: Reduce vulnerability by sourcing high-tech machinery (HS 84) from alternative EU markets to avoid overexposure to Dutch supply disruptions.
- Expand Agri-Tech Partnerships: Brazilian agribusinesses should collaborate with Dutch firms to upgrade processing technology, adding value to raw exports like soybeans (HS 12) and meat (HS 23).
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Brazil - Netherlands trade perform in 2025 Q2?
Brazil exported $2.88B to the Netherlands and imported $460.08M, with mixed YoY growth—May saw an 11.28% increase, while April and June declined sharply.
What are the top exports from Brazil to Netherlands?
The top exports are HS 27 (Mineral Fuels, Oils), HS 12, and HS 23, accounting for 46.08% of total exports.
What does Brazil import from Netherlands?
The top import is HS 84 (Nuclear Reactors, Machinery), making up 22.02% of total imports, reflecting Brazil’s reliance on Dutch high-tech equipment.
What is the trade balance between Brazil and Netherlands?
Brazil holds a $2.42B trade surplus with the Netherlands, with exports exceeding imports by over 6x.
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