Brazil,the giant of South America,attracts numerous global enterprises with its rich natural resources and huge market potential.However,enterprises exporting to Brazil often encounter the complexity of customs clearance procedures and relatively long customs clearance times.To help enterprises enter the Brazilian market more smoothly,this article provides you with a detailed Brazilian customs clearance guide.

I.Precautions before cargo shipment

Application for free time at the port of destination: Due to the long customs clearance time in Brazil and the high demurrage charges of the shipowner,it is recommended that export enterprises apply to the shipping company for free time at the port of destination in advance before shipment.Generally,21 - 30 days of free time can be obtained.

Use NOR containers with caution: Although NOR containers (dry - containers replaced by refrigerated containers) are relatively cheaper in terms of fees,they have a shorter free time in Brazil,and no application for free time is accepted.The demurrage charges are also higher than those of ordinary containers.Bill of lading requirements:

Brazilian customs only accepts original bills of lading and does not accept Sea Waybill or telex - released bills of lading.The freight must also be shown on the bill of lading.Expense details:

Provide CNJP/CPF/NCM: The bill of lading must display CNJP/CPF/NCM,where CNPJ and CPF are tax numbers for Brazilian companies and individuals respectively,and NCM is equivalent to Chinas HS code.

II.Requirements for documents

Whether the expenses are prepaid or collect,the Brazilian customs requires that these expenses and their details must be clearly listed on the bill of lading.Using vague expressions such as Freight as per agreement and other words are not allowed.Whether the charges are prepaid or collect,Brazilian customs require that these fees and their details must be clearly listed on the bill of lading.Vague descriptions such as "Freight as per agreement" are not permitted.

The Brazilian customs has strict requirements for bill of lading types.For example,Sea Waybill,telex - released bill of lading,Dummy bill of lading,and negotiable bill of lading are not accepted.This means that enterprises must be very careful when choosing the bill of lading type to ensure compliance with Brazilian regulations.Ensuring accuracy:

The container numbers and seal numbers listed on the bill of lading must be accurate.Any error may lead to the detention of goods,thus affecting the entire export process.Cargo description:

The cargo description on the bill of lading must be detailed and accurate.In addition,all bills of lading must fill in the NCM (Harmonized cargo code) number,at least the first 4 digits.Unclear or vague cargo descriptions,such as FAK and GDSM,are not allowed.Completeness of customer information:

Complete and true customer information must be listed on the bill of lading,including the company name,detailed address,telephone,and fax.In addition,the address of the consignee/notify party must be within Brazil,and foreign addresses are not accepted.Commercial invoice:

Five commercial invoices filled in English or Portuguese need to be submitted.These invoices must be filled in by the manufacturer,seller,and middleman respectively,and attached with product instructions.In addition,the invoice also needs to indicate the place of origin and the exact price of the goods.The Brazilian customs will severely punish the act of not providing a commercial invoice.You need to submit 5 copies of commercial invoices filled out in English or Portuguese.These invoices must be completed by the manufacturer,seller,and intermediaries respectively,and accompanied by the product’s instruction manual.Additionally,the invoices must specify the origin of the goods and the exact price.Brazilian customs impose severe penalties for failure to provide commercial invoices.

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8.: Hygiene license:

For certain specific commodities,such as animals,animal products,seeds,and plants,a hygiene certificate is required.These certificates must first be notarized and then submitted to the Brazilian embassy or consulate for authentication.Discussion on the Classification of Import and Export Customs Declaration for Cycling Equipment