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DHL BRAZIL FACT SHEET Country Facts Currency Brazilian real GDP $2.394 trillion (2012 est.) Area 8,514,877 sq km Population 201 million Capital City Brasilia Ethnic Groups White 53.7%, Mulatto (mixed white and black) 38.5%, Black 6.2%, Other (includes Japanese, Arab, Amerindian) 0.9%, Unspecified 0.7% (2000 census) Languages Portuguese (official and most widely spoken language) Source: CIA World Factbook OVERVIEW As the world’s fiſth largest country and sixth largest economy with GDP per head that’s greater than its BRIC counterparts, India and China, Brazil is simply too big a market to ignore. Its membership as a BRIC nation along with Brazil, Russia, India and China, and its inclusion in UKTI’s list of high- growth markets highlights its growing economic status and potential for further growth, which should be of interest to every British exporter and importer. With a growing middle class increasingly demanding high quality products, and a government that is working to increase privatisation and deregulation, opportunities abound for British businesses in Brazil. And as the country takes centre stage for the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics, the construction sector in particular is booming. UKTI work closely with the British Embassy in Brazil and its consulates to support British businesses in Brazil and the government aims to double trade with the country by 2015. Sources: GOV.UK, UKTI, CIA World Factbook BRAZIL COLOMBIA VENEZUELA ECUADOR PANAMA CA ARAGUA S PERU BOLIVIA ARGENTINA CHILE URUGUAY PARAGUAY GUYANA SURINAME FRENCH GUIANA Brasilia Recife Rio de Janeiro Sao Paulo Porto Alegre Vitoria Viracopos DHL Gateway Major City KEY Capital City Gateways into the country: 3 Number of Service Centres: 23 Locations: 111 DHL Delivery Zone: 10 Fleet: 440 vehicles DHL FACTS
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  • DHL BRAZIL FACT SHEET

    Country Facts

    Currency Brazilian real

    GDP $2.394 trillion (2012 est.)

    Area 8,514,877 sq km

    Population 201 million

    Capital City Brasilia

    Ethnic Groups White 53.7%, Mulatto (mixed white and black) 38.5%, Black 6.2%, Other (includes Japanese, Arab, Amerindian) 0.9%, Unspecified 0.7% (2000 census)

    Languages Portuguese (official and most widely spoken language)

    Source: CIA World Factbook

    OVERVIEW

    As the world’s fifth largest country and sixth largest economy with GDP per head that’s greater than its BRIC counterparts, India and China, Brazil is simply too big a market to ignore.

    Its membership as a BRIC nation along with Brazil, Russia, India and China, and its inclusion in UKTI’s list of high-growth markets highlights its growing economic status and potential for further growth, which should be of interest to every British exporter and importer.

    With a growing middle class increasingly demanding high quality products, and a government that is working to increase privatisation and deregulation, opportunities abound for British businesses in Brazil. And as the country takes centre stage for the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics, the construction sector in particular is booming.

    UKTI work closely with the British Embassy in Brazil and its consulates to support British businesses in Brazil and the government aims to double trade with the country by 2015.

    Sources: GOV.UK, UKTI, CIA World Factbook

    B R A Z I L

    C O L O M B I A

    V E N E Z U E L A

    E C UA D O R

    M E X I C O

    PA N A M A

    C O S TA R I C A

    N I C A R AG UA

    H O N D U R A SG UAT E M A L A

    B E L I Z E

    E L S A LVA D O R

    P E R U

    B O L I V I A

    A R G E N T I N A

    C H I L E

    U R U G UAY

    PA R AG UAY

    G U YA N A

    S U R I N A M E

    F R E N C HG U I A N A

    Brasilia

    Recife

    Rio de JaneiroSao Paulo

    Porto Alegre

    Vitoria

    Viracopos

    DHL GatewayMajor City

    KEYCapital City

    Gateways into the country: 3

    Number of Service Centres: 23

    Locations: 111

    DHL Delivery Zone: 10

    Fleet: 440 vehicles

    DHL FACTS

  • DHL Brazil Fact Sheet 2

    Sao Paulo Non-Dutiable: 2 days Dutiable: 2 days

    Rio de Janeiro Non-Dutiable: 2 days Dutiable: 2 days

    Brasilia Non-Dutiable: 2 days Dutiable: 2 days

    Vitoria Non-Dutiable: 2 days Dutiable: 2 days

    Porto Alegre Non-Dutiable: 2 days Dutiable: 2 days

    Recife Non-Dutiable: 5 days Dutiable: 6 days

    UK to Brazil Transit Times

    The times provided for dutiable shipments are based on the time expected for customs in Brazil to clear the shipment – this is dependent on the value of the shipment.

    TRADE INFORMATION

    Source: DHL, CIA World Factbook

    PROHIBITED ITEMS

    The list below is in addition to DHL’s standard list of prohibited items.

    • Animals, fish, birds, (live)• Antiques• Asbestos• Dangerous goods,

    hazardous or combustible materials

    • Firearms, and parts of• Gambling devices• Ivory• Pornography• Precious metals and

    stones• Milk and milk products

    made in China

    Documentation Required• Waybill (must have the importer’s CNPJ/TAX ID)• Commercial invoice

    Customs Process• It is not necessary to hire a customs broker• Shipments are cleared on the same day of its arrival

    Taxes and Fees• Import duty: 60% of the shipment’s value• ICMS tax: (a state value-added tax on services and

    circulation of goods) average of 18%

    ESSENTIAL CUSTOMS INFORMATION

    Customs requirements for Brazil can seem complex, but it’s just a matter of knowing what’s expected of you and avoiding the common pitfalls.

    DHL can assist you with getting everything right. You can speak to your Account Manager or contact Customer Services on 0844 248 0844 for advice.

    DHL electronically transfers essential customs documentation during transit, obtaining customs approval for many shipments prior to their arrival in Brazil. It means that potential problems can often be highlighted and corrected during transit, speeding up the whole process.

    The Commercial Invoice must be declared in US Dollars, and both the air waybill and invoice must be typed in English.

    Shipment Types

    There are two types of shipments recognised by Brazilian authorities: Informal and Formal. All commercial shipments (for sale) regardless of value must be imported as Formal shipments.

    Informal Entry Clearance

    What Can Be Imported Via Informal Entry 1,2

    Import clearance for shipments with a CIP/CIF value up to US $2,999 – not for resale• Books, periodicals, etc.• Samples• Finished goods not for resale

    1 Will be dutiable.2 In case of a legal entity, foreign exchange closing is allowed to pay the exporter.

    Imports into Brazil

    US$223.2 billion (2012 est.)

    Import commodities: Machinery, electrical and transport equipment, chemical products, oil, automotive parts, electronics

    Top Import Origins: US, China, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Hong Kong

    Exports from Brazil

    US$242.6 billion (2012 est.)

    Export commodities: Transport equipment, iron ore, soybeans, footwear, coffee, autos

    Top Export Destinations: US, China, Germany, Argentina, Italy, Mexico

  • DHL Brazil Fact Sheet 3

    Valid from: 06/2014

    Formal Entry Clearance

    Brazilian law requires a Customs broker to assist with formal customs clearance. DHL can provide this service for you.

    All shipments sent to Brazil for clearance under Formal Entry must have the original documentation (Invoice and Packing List) securely attached. Four original sets of blue-ink-signed Commercial Invoices and 2 copies of the Packing List are required by the Brazilian Customs Authority. A Pro-forma Invoice will not be accepted.

    What Can Be Imported Via Formal Entry?

    • Materials for resale or with foreign exchange cover, regardless of declared value

    • Items with declared CIP/CIF value over US $2,999.01• Donations (only for organizations registered with the

    government)• Materials that require an import license, such as alcoholic

    beverages and tobacco• Unaccompanied luggage

    The complete list is on Siscomex in the Mercosur Common Nomenclature (NCM).

    Documentation Required3

    • Waybill must have the consignee’s CNPJ/CPF TAX ID• Valid CNPJ/CPF TAX ID: must be registered by Federal

    Customs Service• Commercial invoice and packing list: original copy signed in

    blue ink• Prior import license: should be approved before sending the

    shipment (for specific products). This license is only necessary if required by the NCM

    • The Brazilian International Trade Secretariat (SECEX) will confirm which products require a prior import license (Guia de Importa). DHL can also assist with this, please contact your Account Manager.

    • Valid CPF/CNPJ TAX ID: the document must be duly registered by Federal Customs Service

    • The commercial invoice should also include the terms of sale (Incoterms®) and country of origin

    • Brazillian customs also require the receiver of the goods in Brazil to be registered with Customs (RADAR)

    Duties and Taxes• Import duty: based on the goods’ tax classification (NCM)• ICMS: average of 18%• IPI (manufactured products): based on the goods’ tax

    classification (NCM)• COFINS: 7.65% of the declared value• PIS: 1.65% of the declared value3 Fines may be applied by the Federal Customs Service for noncompliant

    Terms Explained

    Brazil operates a version of the Harmonized System (HS) commodity codes, the Mercosur Common Nomenclature (NCM).

    The appropriate NCM term can be determined at http://www.brasilglobalnet.gov.br/ClassificacaoNCM/Pesquisa/frmPesqNCMFull.aspx?tipoPesquisa=1. Accurate and precise descriptions must be provided

    CPF: Cadastro de Pessoa Fisica (CPF) – (Private individuals)

    CNPJ: Cadastro Nacional Pessoa Juridica (CNPJ) – (Businesses)

    CIP/CIF: cost of goods + international freight + international insurance.

    NCM: Mercosur Common Nomenclature

    For more information

    If you need support with your export documentation or advice on trade to/from Brazil, help is available.

    Contact your local Chambers of Commerce office www.britishchambers.org.uk

    Your local UKTI is available to support with all aspects of international trade www.ukti.gov.uk

    DHL Customer Services is also available on 0844 248 0844

    Visit www.dhlguide.co.uk for international trade information and to read our blog

    Follow us on Twitter @dhlexpressuk to keep up to date with all the latest developments in international trade