Non wood fibre pulp market in Brazil

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for non-wood fibre pulp in Brazil increased from 77 950 t in 2018 to 88 917 t in 2020, driven primarily by rising imports, while domestic production held steady at 63 000 t. During this period, the announcement of the LD Celulose joint venture between Dexco and Lenzing in 2018 signaled a major investment in soluble pulp capacity for lyocell fibre production. A 2019 decree also established specific rules for artisanal fruit pulp, potentially affecting segments that use plant-based fibres.

In 2021, the market contracted to 75 844 t as exports jumped to 10 709 t and imports slightly declined. This export surge coincided with industry reports highlighting Brazil's role as a leading soluble pulp exporter and the need for labelling to meet international sustainability standards in the textile sector. The downward trend continued, with the market falling to 41 836 t in 2023, as production dropped to 35 562 t and exports remained elevated.

The 2022 startup of the LD Celulose plant, one of the world's largest soluble pulp facilities, introduced new production capacity, though overall market volume declined due to lower domestic output and sustained export demand. New labelling rules for fruit-based products and the introduction of a green rural product note (CPR) aimed to support fibre and pulp value chains during this period of adjustment.

Production non wood fibre pulp in Brazil

In kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Brazil ranked 21st globally in the production of non-wood fiber pulp.

Top producers of non wood fibre pulp, 2018-2021

World map of production of non wood fibre pulp, 2018-2021

In 2021, Brazil produced 63,000 tons of non-wood fiber pulp, showing little change compared to the previous year. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 0.0%, while the largest increase was also recorded in 2019, at 0.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports non wood fibre pulp from Brazil

Exports in kind, t

The market exhibited volatility during the observed period. Export volumes varied significantly, with the lowest point in 2019 at 205 tons and the highest in 2021 at 10,709 tons—a 52-fold difference. In 2021, foreign supplies of non-wood fiber pulp from Brazil reached 10,709 tons, marking a sharp increase of 1,327.5% compared to the previous year. The largest decline was recorded in 2019, at 26.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Argentina was the leading destination for Brazil's non-wood fiber pulp exports in volume terms, accounting for 89.8% of total flows, with the remainder distributed among other partners.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Brazil in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Non-wood fiber pulp exports from Brazil increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, Brazil exported $6,190,000 worth of non-wood fiber pulp, up by 1,230.0% compared to 2020. Over the period 2018-2021, exports grew by 2,988.1%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 213.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Brazil in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Argentina remained the dominant partner for Brazil's non-wood fiber pulp exports in value terms, holding an 87.3% share of total flows, while other markets formed a long tail.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Brazil in value, 2018-2021

Imports non wood fibre pulp to Brazil

Imports in kind, t

After a two-year increase, Brazil's non-wood fiber pulp import volumes declined. In 2021, imports amounted to 23,552 tons, representing a strong year-on-year decline of 11.7%. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 54.7%, equating to an annualized rate of 15.6%. The maximum value was recorded in 2020 at 26,667 tons, with the largest increase also in 2020 at 32.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, the United States (39.9% of imports in volume), Germany (17.6%), and China (12.6%) were the primary suppliers of non-wood fiber pulp to Brazil, jointly accounting for 70.1% of total imports in volume.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Brazil in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2021, Brazil imported approximately $25,959,000 worth of non-wood fiber pulp, marking a slight decline of 1.8% from the previous year. Over the period 2018-2021, imports increased by 26.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at $20,106,000, while the maximum was in 2020 at $26,439,000. The largest increase occurred in 2020, at 31.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Brazil in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the United States (48.8% of imports in value), China (18.7%), and Germany (17.4%) stood out as the main sources for Brazil's non-wood fiber pulp imports in value terms, together representing 84.9% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Brazil in value, 2018-2021