Top 10 Most Profitable Products Bangladesh Can Export to Brazil
Md. Joynal Abdin
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Trade & Investment Bangladesh (T&IB)
Executive Director, Online Training Academy (OTA)
Secretary General, Brazil Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BBCCI)
Bangladesh–Brazil trade is still under-tapped compared to the size of both economies yet it’s growing. Bangladesh’s exports to Brazil reached US$187 million in FY2024–25, up 26% from US$147 million in FY2023–24, according to Bangladesh’s Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) figures reported in 2025. That momentum matters for Bangladeshi exporters because Brazil is not just a big consumer market; it’s also a gateway to South America with sophisticated retail, industrial, and regulatory systems. The fastest path to profitability is to export products where Bangladesh has (1) scale and cost advantage, (2) proven production capability, and (3) compliance readiness because in Brazil, compliance + labeling in Portuguese + the right local partner often determines whether your shipment clears smoothly.
Below are 10 high-potential, profit-oriented export products for 2026 written for export-intent search queries like “export garments to Brazil,” “Brazil import requirements,” “ANVISA registration,” “INMETRO certification,” “MAPA health certificate,” “textile labeling Brazil,” etc.
1) Ready-Made Garments (RMG): Denim, T-shirts, Knitwear, Workwear
Bangladesh is globally competitive in apparel thanks to scale, mature supply chains, and cost efficiency—so the “profit lever” in Brazil is mid-market to value-premium positioning (good quality basics, uniforms, private label) rather than only ultra-low price. Your edge grows when you offer consistent sizing, colorfastness, shrinkage control, and reliable lead times, because Brazilian buyers often diversify sourcing and value stable suppliers. For compliance, you’ll typically need a strong factory QA system plus buyer-required social/compliance audits; and you must follow Brazil’s labeling/marking rules, including Portuguese labeling with clear consumer information.
Common certificates/approvals to target: ISO 9001 (quality), WRAP / SEDEX / BSCI (buyer compliance), OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 (harmful substances) and/or GOTS (organic textiles) depending on the segment.
How to get them (practical path): do a gap assessment → implement SOPs/QC checkpoints → worker & chemical management → apply to an accredited certification/audit body → factory audit → corrective action → certificate issuance → maintain surveillance audits.
2) Home Textiles: Bed linen, towels, curtains, hotel textiles
Home textiles can be more profitable than basic apparel because buyers (hotels, retailers, institutional clients) pay premiums for GSM consistency, color durability, soft hand-feel, and packaging/branding. Brazil’s hospitality and retail sectors buy in volume, and Bangladeshi suppliers who can offer custom sizes + low MOQ for designs + fast replenishment can win repeat orders. Compliance is similar to apparel, but you’ll often face stronger performance testing requirements from importers (absorbency for towels, pilling, shrinkage). As with all consumer goods, ensure Portuguese labeling and product information standards.
Common certificates: OEKO-TEX®, ISO 9001; for institutional buyers, ISO 14001 can help.
How to get them: set product specs and testing plan → align dye/chemical controls → third-party lab testing (as needed) → certification audit → ongoing batch QA + retesting schedule.
3) Jute & Natural Fiber Products: Jute bags, shopping sacks, decor, geo-textiles
Brazil’s sustainability narrative (plastic reduction, eco-packaging, agriculture and erosion control) makes jute-based items commercially attractive when positioned as eco alternatives. Profit comes from moving beyond raw jute into finished, branded products: laminated shopping bags, wine/coffee sacks, home décor, and geo-textiles for landscaping and civil works. Compliance is usually simpler than food/pharma, but you must still meet buyer specs (GSM, tensile strength, odor control, moisture management) and proper labeling.
Common certificates: ISO 9001; for eco-claims, use credible documentation and avoid unverified “green” marketing.
How to get them: standardize raw material grading → control moisture/packaging → implement QC specs → obtain ISO via accredited certification body → add product testing reports for strength/durability when negotiating institutional contracts.
4) Leather Goods: Wallets, belts, bags, travel accessories
Leather products can deliver strong margins in Brazil when you target design + finishing quality rather than competing only on price. Bangladesh can profit by exporting finished leather goods (not just raw/semiprocessed leather) and offering private label manufacturing for Brazilian brands. Buyers commonly demand traceability and responsible processing; meeting these expectations reduces rejections and increases reorder probability.
Common certificates: ISO 9001; many global buyers prefer Leather Working Group (LWG) aligned supply chains (commercial advantage).
How to get them: formalize supplier traceability → chemical and effluent controls → product QA + finishing standards → third-party audits/certifications → maintain documentation for every batch (a key factor in buyer confidence).
5) Footwear: Casual shoes, sandals, safety footwear
Footwear is profitable when you specialize e.g., safety footwear (industrial), athleisure, or durable low-return designs. Brazil has a large domestic footwear industry, so Bangladesh’s best entry is usually niche segments or private-label supply where your cost + consistency beats local options. Quality consistency (sole adhesion, abrasion resistance) matters heavily because footwear returns are expensive.
Common certificates: ISO 9001; for safety footwear, buyers may require specific standards/testing.
How to get them: lock product specs (materials, soles, adhesives) → set in-line QC and final inspection → arrange lab tests per buyer standard → build a defect-reduction system → obtain ISO certification to strengthen buyer trust.
6) Frozen Fish & Seafood: shrimp/fish fillets/value-added packs
Seafood can be highly profitable, but Brazil’s controls are stricter. Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA) requires that fish and fishery products be accompanied by a health certificate and meet specific public-health requirements. In practice, your Brazilian importer will also care about cold-chain integrity, residue controls, and standardized labeling.
Key certificates/approvals: HACCP/ISO 22000 (food safety systems), plus health certificate documentation aligned with MAPA requirements.
How to get them (step logic): implement HACCP plan → certify ISO 22000 (optional but strong) → ensure plant hygiene & traceability → coordinate with the competent authority in Bangladesh for export health documentation → align certificate template/requirements with Brazil/MAPA channel via your importer.
7) Pharmaceuticals: Generic medicines and selected health products
Pharma is one of the most compliance-heavy but margins can be attractive if you pick molecules with stable demand and competitive manufacturing. For Brazil, the key gatekeeper is ANVISA (Brazil’s health regulator). For many regulated products, GMP certification is central ANVISA describes its GMP certification process and validity (generally time-bound) in its regulatory guidance. In real market entry, foreign manufacturers typically work through a Brazilian registration holder/partner to handle filings and post-market obligations.
Key certificates/approvals: GMP (your existing GMP/WHO-GMP supports credibility) + ANVISA GMP pathway and product registration steps.
How to get them: choose product dossier strategy → appoint Brazilian regulatory partner → prepare CTD dossier + quality documentation → apply for GMP certification/inspection route as needed → submit registration → plan pharmacovigilance and batch release documentation.
8) Ceramics & Tiles: Tableware, sanitaryware, ceramic tiles
Ceramics can be profitable because shipping is cost-heavy, so buyers prefer suppliers who can offer consistent quality, breakage control packaging, and standardized sizing to reduce losses. Tableware also needs attention to chemical safety (e.g., lead/cadmium migration limits) depending on buyer/lab requirements. For tiles/sanitaryware, projects and distributors prefer reliable batches and compliance documentation.
Common certificates: ISO 9001; product testing reports from accredited labs (often requested by buyers/distributors).
How to get them: define quality plan (dimensions, glazing defects, water absorption) → implement packaging drop-test standards → obtain ISO 9001 → arrange periodic lab testing → build distributor documentation packs (test reports + spec sheets + Portuguese labels where applicable).
9) Light Engineering Products: Bicycle parts, fasteners, simple machinery components
This category wins when you compete on repeatability + tolerances + plating/anti-corrosion quality. Brazil imports many industrial components; Bangladeshi exporters can profit by specializing in a narrow SKU set and becoming a reliable supplier for Brazilian assemblers/distributors. Your commercial success depends on technical drawings, inspection reports, and stable metallurgy.
Common certificates: ISO 9001; material test certificates (MTC), inspection reports, and buyer-specified standards.
How to get them: standardize production controls → calibrate measurement instruments → implement incoming QC for raw metal → create documentation packs (MTC + dimension reports) → certify ISO 9001 → scale via framework contracts.
10) Software & IT-Enabled Services: ERP customization, web development, back-office support
While not a “physical product,” IT services are often high margin and easier logistically especially for Bangladeshi firms with strong delivery and competitive pricing. Brazil’s barrier is less about customs and more about trust, data security, and contracting. Profitability increases when you sell packages (maintenance + SLA + performance metrics) rather than hourly work.
Common certificates: ISO/IEC 27001 (information security) is a major trust accelerator for enterprise clients.
How to get them: implement ISMS policies → asset & access controls → risk assessment → internal audit → certification audit by accredited body → continuous improvement + incident response readiness.
What “Certificates” Usually Mean for Brazil (important for market entry)
Brazil typically enforces three big compliance tracks:
- Labeling/consumer information in Portuguese for imported products (broad consumer protection expectation).
- MAPA (Ministry of Agriculture) requirements for plant/animal origin goods e.g., phytosanitary certification for plant products and health certificates for fishery/animal products.
- ANVISA for health-regulated goods (pharma, medical devices, some food/health products) where GMP compliance can be a prerequisite.
And for some product categories, INMETRO conformity assessment/certification may apply (scope depends on product).
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get the Right Certificates (Bangladesh → Brazil)
Step 1: Fix your HS code + product scope (and confirm Brazil regulator).
Decide the HS code and whether your product falls under MAPA (food/agri/animal), ANVISA (health-regulated), or other technical regulations. This determines your certification path and prevents costly wrong documentation.
Step 2: Choose your Brazil route: distributor/importer vs direct B2B.
In Brazil, many approvals and filings are handled through the local importer/registration holder (especially in regulated sectors). Build your plan around a qualified partner early.
Step 3: Build a “Compliance File” before you chase buyers.
Prepare: product specs, MSDS (if relevant), test reports, labels in Portuguese draft, manufacturing flowchart, traceability system, and QC plan. Brazilian buyers move faster when documentation is ready.
Step 4: Implement the right management system (quality/food safety/security).
- ISO 9001 for most manufactured goods
- HACCP / ISO 22000 for food/seafood
- ISO 27001 for IT services
This is where you reduce rejects and build buyer confidence.
Step 5: Apply to an accredited certification body and complete audits.
Select an accredited body, schedule stage-1 and stage-2 audits, close non-conformities, and secure certificates. Maintain surveillance audits annually.
Step 6: For MAPA-controlled goods (seafood, animal products, many agri products): align certificate templates early.
Brazil’s MAPA guidance indicates health certificates and phytosanitary certification are key instruments, and templates are typically agreed before exports begin.
Step 7: For ANVISA-controlled goods (pharma/medical devices): plan for GMP and registration timelines.
ANVISA highlights GMP certification processes for regulated products, and medical device registration guidance also ties higher-risk categories to valid GMP certification. Build this into your market-entry calendar and pricing.
Step 8: Ship only after your label, invoice, packing list, and compliance docs are “Brazil-ready.”
Brazil commonly expects clear Portuguese labeling and complete product information; documentation errors create port delays and demurrage.
Closing Remark
Brazil represents one of the most promising yet underexploited export destinations for Bangladesh, offering scale, purchasing power, and long-term growth potential for well-prepared exporters. The products outlined in this article are not selected by chance; they reflect Bangladesh’s proven manufacturing strengths, Brazil’s consistent import demand, and realistic compliance pathways that allow exporters to compete profitably rather than speculatively. Success in the Brazilian market, however, is not driven by price alone it depends on strategic product selection, regulatory readiness, proper certification, Portuguese-language compliance, and strong local partnerships. Bangladeshi exporters who invest early in quality systems, documentation, and market intelligence will not only secure smoother customs clearance but also build lasting buyer confidence. As global supply chains continue to diversify in 2026 and beyond, Brazil stands as a gateway to South America where disciplined, compliance-ready Bangladeshi businesses can achieve sustainable export growth and long-term commercial success.