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China buys no U.S. soybeans in September amid trade tensions, first zero imports since 2018 Comments China's soybean supply chain underwent a dramatic realignment in September 2025, with customs data showing U.S. imports collapsed to zero last month from 1.7 million metric tons a year earlier. This marks the first time since November 2018 that no U.S. soybeans were shipped Quick Insights China has halted U.S. soybean imports, undermining a primary U.S. export market and shifting business predominantly to Brazil and Argentina. Brazil and Argentina are gaining significant market share in China's soybean imports, especially Brazil with record shipments. Chinese equity markets have rebounded and the yuan remains strong amid signs of easing Sino-U.S. tensions and fresh economic data. Recommended For You More Trending News
