Tobacco exports hit a record high in 2025.

Brazil reached its highest ever recorded revenue from tobacco exports in 2025. Data from the Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade and Services (MDIC/ComexStat) indicates revenue of US$ 3,389 billion. This result surpasses the 2024 total by 13,85%, when the sector totaled US$ 2,977 billion. The performance also exceeds the previous record, from 2012, of US$ 3,272 billion.

The increase was mainly due to the rise in export volume. The country exported 561.052 tons to 121 countries. This amount exceeds the 455.221 tons of 2024 by 23,23%.

The difference between volume growth and revenue growth stems from the drop in the average price per ton. In 2024, the average price reached approximately US$6.540 per ton. In 2025, it fell to approximately US$6.040, an estimated reduction of 7,6%.

“The numbers show very consistent growth in exports in 2025, driven mainly by a significant increase in volume. We are selling more, but at a lower average value,” says the president of the Interstate Tobacco Industry Union (SindiTabaco), Valmor Thesing.

According to the official, the result reinforces Brazil's leadership in global trade. "Over the last five years, we have maintained an annual average of approximately 515 tons and US$2,6 billion in foreign exchange. This stability is directly linked to the Integrated Tobacco Production System," he emphasizes.

The Integrated System is supported by the Integration Law, which regulates contracts between industry and producers, defines volumes, type of tobacco, and provides technical management guidelines. "Integration aligns planting with global demands in quantity and quality. Brazil has led world exports since 1993," he points out.

In 2025, Europe accounted for 41% of the exported value. The Far East concentrated 36%. Africa/Middle East accounted for 8%. North America and Latin America each registered 6%. Eastern Europe accounted for 3%.

Among the main importers are Belgium, China, and Indonesia. Belgium led with US$733,4 million, followed by China (US$576,5 million) and Indonesia (US$280,4 million).

The Southern Region accounted for 96% of national production and 98% of exports. Shipments from the region reached US$ 3,315 billion, a 14,91% increase over 2024.