Brazil Reaches USD 2.8 Billion in Plastic Material Imports in the Last Quarter

Imports of plastic materials — a key raw material for various industries — reached USD 2.8 billion at the beginning of 2025. According to a study conducted by Vixtra, a fintech offering solutions for importers, based on data from the Foreign Trade Secretariat, there was an 8% increase in import volume compared to a year earlier.

Between December 2023 and February 2024, Brazil received 1.376 million tons of plastic, which rose to 1.493 million tons in the most recent three months. Over a longer timeframe, the increase is even more significant: from March 2024 to February 2025, Brazil imported 5.787 million tons of plastic, up 25.9% compared to the 4.595 million tons in the previous 12-month period.

Below is a historical overview of Brazilian plastic imports. The chart was created using DataLiner data:

Brazilian Plastic Imports | Jan 2022 – Mar 2025 | TEUs

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The versatility of plastic—a lightweight, durable, insulating material that can be molded into various forms—along with its longevity and low cost, makes it an essential input for many industries: packaging, automotive parts, electronic components, construction materials, clothing, and toys. It is also indispensable in the medical sector for packaging and devices, and in the production of furniture and household items.

In 2024, imports in this segment totaled USD 11 billion, averaging USD 9.32 million per month. According to the study, the Brazilian states with the highest import volumes in the past three months were São Paulo (30.1%) and Santa Catarina (29.6%). The top countries supplying plastic to Brazil were the United States and China, accounting for 46.9% of total imports and over USD 1.3 billion.

Source: Jornal Itaquera

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