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Português do Brasil The customs clearance process is, without a doubt, one of the pillars of any import or export operation. Neglecting it can lead to not only unwelcome delays but also a significant increase in costs, transforming what should be a commercial transaction into a true logistical nightmare.
Essentially, it's the regulatory bridge that all goods must cross to enter or exit Brazil, thus requiring careful attention and impeccable adherence to a series of protocols.
Prepare for Success
Ensuring your cargo is released quickly and, above all, in compliance with legal requirements, isn't a matter of luck, but rather meticulous preparation. From the moment you decide to import or export, every step counts.
For efficient customs clearance, it's crucial to have:
• Accurate Tax Classification: The correct tax classification of your merchandise is the starting point. An error here can generate fines and delays, as well as directly impacting applicable taxes and administrative treatment.
• Attention to Administrative Treatment: Each product may have specific requirements. It's crucial to understand and comply with the administrative treatment determined for your merchandise, ensuring all regulations are met.
• Licenses and Authorizing Bodies: Depending on the type of product, obtaining licenses from authorizing bodies (such as ANVISA, MAPA, Inmetro, among others) is mandatory. Not having up-to-date licenses is one of the biggest reasons for cargo retention.
• Up-to-Date Regulations: Stay informed about current regulations. Foreign trade laws and norms are constantly changing, and staying compliant avoids unpleasant surprises.
• Impeccable Documentation: Last but not least, registering the DU-E (Single Export Declaration) or DI/DUIMP (Import Declaration/Single Import Declaration) with complete and correct information is the icing on the cake. Any inconsistency or lack of data can delay release and generate customs requirements.
Well-executed planning and attention to detail are your greatest allies for a smooth and incident-free customs clearance, ensuring your foreign trade operations flow seamlessly.
Avoid mistakes when importing!
Having a specialized import consultancy can save you from many future risks. See what Genco Import & Export can do for you:
- Sourcing your product to find the best value for your product.
- Simulating all costs before you embark on this journey.
- Negotiating values with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
- Unifying all documents. Less headache for you!
- Closing the exchange rate for your process.
- Conducting inspections and issuing complete reports for your follow-up.
And much more!
Count on Genco for the best advisory for your imports.
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