Brazil Coffee Exports to US Surged in September
The United States regained its status as the top buyer of Brazilian coffee following recent tariff removals.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Coffee
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Brazil saw an 86.4% increase in coffee exports to the United States in September 2026, totaling 625,192 bags. This spike helped the U.S. surpass Germany as the primary importer of Brazilian coffee for the first nine months of the year.
Why it matters
American buyers returned to the Brazilian market after the U.S. government removed tariffs on most coffee products in late 2025 and on soluble coffee in July 2026. This shift followed successful efforts by exporters to secure exemptions from import investigations.
Brazil exported 3.805 million bags to the U.S. from January to September 2026, outpacing Germany at 3.307 million bags. While volume grew, total export revenue dropped 7.1% to $1.282 billion in September due to lower international prices.
The players
Brazilian coffee exporters' council
This organization represents the interests of coffee producers and exporters in Brazil and provides market projections.
The details
The export surge reflects a market pivot, as volume for canephora beans rose 68.3% during the first nine months of 2026 to reach 5.162 million bags. Conversely, shipments of arabica beans from Brazil fell 10.7% over the same period, influenced by rain-damaged crop lots.
Timeline
November 2025: United States removed tariffs on most Brazilian coffee products.
July 2026: United States removed tariffs on soluble Brazilian coffee.
January to September 2026: United States became the top buyer of Brazilian coffee.
September 2026: Brazil coffee exports to the United States rose by 86.4%.
Culture Shift
The rise in canephora bean exports mirrors a broader industry trend toward sourcing more affordable, resilient varieties over traditional arabica. This shift reflects a move away from legacy market dependencies as exporters navigate changing international pricing and crop conditions.
Consumers may notice a wider availability of Brazilian coffee products on store shelves following the removal of import tariffs. These policy changes can lead to more competitive pricing for various coffee blends as importers capitalize on lower logistical costs.
The takeaway
The recent export surge highlights how legislative trade barriers significantly dictate global commodity movement. Shoppers should monitor regional coffee availability as shifting market preferences for different bean varieties continue to influence international supply chains.
Further reading
For more on international trade trends, see the Coffee section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Rio Times.
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