The slave ship Novo Comerciante arrived with enslaved Africans in Brazil. About 550 people had been taken aboard and approximately 474 arrived.

Vessel: Novo Comerciante; flag: Portugal / Brazil; rig: Galera. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Henriques, João Militão; Investor: Henriques, João Militão; Investor: Goncalves, Inácio. The voyage began at Rio de Janeiro. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Quilimane (East Africa and Indian Ocean islands). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Rio de Janeiro. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 14.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.