Expana Proposes the following changes for the Brazilin beef to China report, adding a 61–120 day delivery period
September 1, 2026
Expana is proposing to launch 14 new weekly Expana Benchmark Price (EBP) for the Brazilian beef exports market to China and is collecting feedback from market participants until September 15, 2026.
Expana suggests launching the weekly assessment during Q4 2026, pending stakeholder feedback.
The proposed specifications for the assessment would be as follows:
| ORIGIN: BRAZIL | CFR China – 0-60 days | CFR China – 61-120 days |
| Full Forequarter (6-9 cuts) |
| 32657 |
| Flank 80VL |
| 32658 |
| Hump, B grade |
| 32659 |
| 4 Round cuts set |
| 32660 |
| Eye Round 97VL |
| 32661 |
| Flat 97VL, Cap OFF |
| 32662 |
| Knuckle 97VL |
| 32663 |
| Topside 97VL, Cap/Fat OFF |
| 32664 |
| Shank/Heel Muscle (w/ Golden Coin) |
| 32665 |
| Striploin + Cube Roll |
| 32666 |
| Rib finger | 32623 | 32667 |
| Robbed Forequarter 90VL |
| 32668 |
| Robbed Hindquarter 90VL |
| 32669 |
| Boneless Trimming 80VL |
| 32670 |
The proposed assessments would reflect market and transactional data collected during the reporting period.
Given the unusual market conditions in Brazilian beef exports to China, a significant portion of the pricing being discussed is targeting arrivals with notably longer transit times, leaving much of the available data outside our current assessment timeframe. To better capture these forward indications, we would like to propose adding a new 61–120 day delivery period to the report.
For feedback or suggestions on this proposal, please email [email protected] by September 15, 2026, and clearly state which market note your comments relate to, and if your comments are intended for publication by Expana.