China has approved 183 Brazilian coffee exporters to access its market, effective July 30, creating new opportunities for South America's largest coffee producer as U.S. tariffs reshape global trade flows. The move comes as Brazil faces 50% tariffs on coffee exports to the United States, prompting suppliers to pivot toward Asia's growing consumer base.
At Shanghai's bustling coffee trade hub, industry analysts report a 34% year-on-year increase in Brazilian bean shipments during Q2 2024. "This partnership benefits both sides," said Marcos Silva, a São Paulo-based coffee grower. "Chinese consumers get premium arabica, while we gain stability in uncertain markets."
Market analysts suggest China's coffee imports could surpass 300,000 metric tons by 2025, driven by urban demand and specialty café culture. The approval list includes both large cooperatives and family-owned farms, reflecting China's strategy to diversify agricultural partnerships under its dual circulation economic policy.
