Trade Breakthrough: Brazil Reopens Doors to US Whey Protein

Brazil has officially resumed its imports of whey protein from the United States after resolving a temporary suspension due to quality concerns. The US dairy company Agropur faced issues when laboratory results showed lower protein levels than required. This $83 million market was reinstated on June 9th, following additional technical assurances and adjustments presented by Agropur. The resolution underlines the significance of communication and quality assurance in international trade and highlights Brazil’s reliance on imported dairy due to declining domestic production and rising costs. The US remains a key supplier, especially for high-value products like whey protein, ensuring continued market balance and trade in specific dairy components.