| Product Code: ETC189734 | Publication Date: May 2022 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 40 | No. of Tables: 7 |
Brazil`s ethyl alcohol import market in 2024 continued to be dominated by key exporting countries such as the USA, Italy, Chile, UK, and Denmark. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market. The impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 37.16% from 2020 to 2024 highlights the increasing demand for ethyl alcohol in Brazil. Moreover, the exceptional growth rate of 512.75% from 2023 to 2024 suggests a significant surge in import shipments, emphasizing the evolving dynamics of the market.

The ethyl alcohol market in Brazil serves various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food and beverage. With Brazil being a significant producer of sugarcane, ethanol production plays a vital role in the country`s economy. Demand for ethyl alcohol remains steady, driven by its versatile applications across multiple sectors.
The Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market is driven by factors such as the growing demand from various industries including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food & beverage, advancements in production technologies, government policies promoting renewable energy sources, and export opportunities. Moreover, fluctuations in raw material prices, environmental concerns, and evolving regulations also shape market trends.
In the Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market, regulatory compliance, market volatility, and raw material availability are primary challenges. Fluctuations in sugar cane production, which serves as a key feedstock for ethanol production, directly impact market dynamics. Moreover, adherence to strict quality standards and environmental regulations adds complexity to production processes, requiring ongoing investment in technology and infrastructure.
Policies in the ethyl alcohol market are aimed at regulating production, distribution, and use. This includes measures to ensure industrial safety, taxation for revenue generation, and control over the use of ethyl alcohol in various industries.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Overview |
3.1 Brazil Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for biofuels as a more sustainable energy source |
4.2.2 Government incentives and policies promoting the use of ethanol as a fuel |
4.2.3 Growing awareness and preference for eco-friendly products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices, such as sugarcane, affecting production costs |
4.3.2 Competition from other fuel sources, such as gasoline |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges and uncertainties impacting the ethanol market |
5 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Trends |
6 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market, By Types |
6.1 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market, By Grade |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Lab Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market, By End-user Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive and Transportation, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Food and Beverage, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetics and Personal Care (Includes hand-Sanitizer), 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenues & Volume, By Other End-user Industries, 2021-2031F |
7 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of ethyl alcohol |
8.2 Ethanol production capacity utilization rate |
8.3 Number of new ethanol production facilities commissioned |
8.4 Ethanol export volume |
8.5 Investment in research and development for ethanol production technologies |
9 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Brazil Ethyl Alcohol Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |