How does Chile plan to expand exports to Brazil?

Chile is seeking to diversify its sales to the Brazilian market beyond salmon and wine. A delegation of 22 companies took part in a trade fair in São Paulo to introduce higher value-added products and reach new regions, including Brazil’s Northeast.

What new products does Chile want to bring to the Brazilian market?

In addition to traditional salmon and wine, Chile is betting on pisco, a grape-based spirit, as well as fresh cherries, olive oil, craft beer and premium cheeses. The goal is to build on the flow of 800,000 Brazilians who visit Chile each year and are already familiar with these flavors, helping consolidate consumption in Brazil.

Does Chile compete directly with Brazilian rural producers?

No. The two countries have complementary economies. While Brazil is a major exporter of commodities such as corn, beef and orange juice, Chile focuses on temperate-climate niches and higher-value processed products, helping fill gaps in Brazilian retail without harming local agribusiness.

What is the current trade balance between the two countries?

Brazil is currently the largest destination for Chilean exports in Latin America. Between January and April 2026, sales totaled US$897 million. Salmon still leads the list, accounting for 40% of that total, followed by wine, which represents 44% of all imported wine consumed by Brazilians.

Is there a plan to make transport easier for these goods?

Yes. The Capricorn Bioceanic Road Corridor is a major road network that will connect Mato Grosso do Sul to ports in northern Chile, crossing Paraguay and Argentina. It is expected to reduce costs and travel times, allowing fresh products to reach shelves faster and at lower prices.

What is the TIR Convention mentioned in the logistics project?

The TIR Convention works as a kind of “cargo passport.” Once ratified by the government, a truck sealed in Chile can cross Brazilian borders without being opened for new phytosanitary inspections or repetitive bureaucratic checks. This speeds up transport and helps preserve food quality.

Source: Gazeta do Povo

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