Exhibiting at Anuga Select Brazil 2025

Company Overview

The Câmara de Comércio Árabe-Brasileira (CCAB), founded in 1952, is a prominent trade association and the official bridge between Brazil and the 22 member countries of the Arab League. Headquartered in São Paulo, CCAB plays a crucial role in facilitating bilateral trade, cultural exchange, and investment flows between Brazil and Arab nations. The organization represents over 6,000 members, including Brazilian exporters, Arab importers, and service providers, positioning itself as the leading authority on Arab-Brazil trade relations.

Product and Service Offerings

Core Services:

• Export Documentation Certification: Issuing certificates of origin, commercial invoices, and other essential documents for Brazilian exporters trading with Arab countries. Annually, CCAB certifies over 50,000 export documents.
• Halal Certification: Through partnerships with Islamic organizations, CCAB certifies Brazilian products for compliance with Halal standards. Brazil is the world's largest Halal protein exporter, and CCAB facilitates a significant portion of this trade.
• Market Intelligence: Provides tailored reports and insights into Arab market trends, consumer behavior, and trade opportunities.
• Business Missions: Organizes trade missions to Arab countries, fostering direct business connections and market access.
• Trade Promotion: Hosts seminars, webinars, and matchmaking events to promote Brazilian products in Arab markets.

Innovation and Digital Platforms:

• Ellos: A digital certification platform streamlining documentation processes for exporters.
• CCAB Lab: An innovation hub focusing on agri-food tech, sustainability, and digital transformation in trade.

Events:

• Brazil-Arab Economic Forum: The largest platform for dialogue on business and cultural relations, attracting over 2,000 participants globally.
• Arab Brazilian Chamber Webinars and Seminars: Regular knowledge-sharing sessions addressing sectoral opportunities, compliance requirements, and market trends.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

CCAB’s unique strength lies in its holistic support model for Brazil-Arab trade:

• Multifaceted Services: From certification to matchmaking, CCAB provides end-to-end solutions for exporters.
• Deep Market Knowledge: Over 70 years of experience navigating Arab markets, regulatory frameworks, and cultural nuances.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborates with Arab embassies, government bodies, and trade associations to ensure alignment with market needs.
• Halal Trade Leadership: A key facilitator in Brazil’s $16 billion Halal food exports, the highest globally.

Financial Overview

CCAB operates as a non-profit organization, reinvesting revenue from services and memberships into trade development initiatives. Its financial sustainability is underpinned by:

• Service Fees: For documentation, certification, and consulting.
• Membership Dues: Contributed by over 6,000 members across industries.
• Event Sponsorships: Including high-profile forums and trade fairs.

The organization’s financial growth aligns with the expanding trade volume between Brazil and Arab countries, which surpassed $17.7 billion in 2023, with CCAB members contributing significantly to this figure.

Shipment and Export Data

• Annual Export Volume Facilitated: Over 50,000 certified shipments.
• Top Exported Products: Meat, poultry, sugar, coffee, grains, and manufactured goods.
• Key Markets: Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and Algeria.
• Brazil’s Global Halal Export Share: CCAB supports Brazil's position as the #1 global exporter of Halal meat and poultry, with a market value exceeding $16 billion in 2023.

Target Market

• Brazilian Exporters: Seeking access to Arab markets.
• Arab Importers and Distributors: Sourcing high-quality Brazilian goods.
• Investors and Trade Partners: Exploring bilateral investment and joint ventures.
• Government and Trade Organizations: Engaging in policy advocacy and market development.

Operational Capabilities

• Offices: São Paulo headquarters, with strategic representation in Arab countries through partnerships.
• Certifications Processed: 50,000+ per year.
• Digital Infrastructure: Ellos platform for online certification.
• Innovation Support: CCAB Lab facilitates co-innovation projects and startup engagement.

Certifications and Compliance

• Halal Certification Partnerships: Endorsed by major Islamic authorities for product certification.
• Compliance with Arab League Trade Regulations: Ensures member businesses meet import standards and cultural requirements.
• ISO Standards Alignment: Promotes best practices in quality and food safety management.

Customer Testimonials

• “Our partnership with CCAB has been transformative. Their expertise opened doors to the Arab world we never thought possible.” – João Pereira, Agribusiness Exporter.
• “The Halal certification support has been invaluable for our meat exports. CCAB’s professionalism is unmatched.” – Ana Silva, Food Industry Executive.

Major Achievements

• 70+ Years of Service: A legacy of fostering Brazil-Arab relations since 1952.
• Halal Leadership: Instrumental in making Brazil the largest global Halal exporter.
• Digital Transformation: Launched the Ellos platform, revolutionizing export certification processes.
• Trade Growth: Contributed to a $17.7 billion bilateral trade milestone in 2023.
• Recognition: Awarded by Arab organizations for contributions to trade and cultural diplomacy.