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China Halts U.S. Soybean Imports Amid Trade Tensions

10/20/2025

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In September 2025, China imported no soybeans from the United States for the first time since November 2018, amid tensions.
U.S. imports fell to zero, and Brazil reached 10.96 million tons, making up about 85% of China’s total.
Argentina rose 91.5% to 1.17 million tons.
China imported 12.87 million tons in September, and analysts warn of a potential supply gap in early 2026 if U.S. trade talks do not resume.

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Story summary

In September 2025, China imported no soybeans from the United States for the first time since November 2018, amid tensions.
U.S. imports fell to zero, and Brazil reached 10.96 million tons, making up about 85% of China’s total.
Argentina rose 91.5% to 1.17 million tons.
China imported 12.87 million tons in September, and analysts warn of a potential supply gap in early 2026 if U.S. trade talks do not resume.