Shipping to Brazil

Sending gifts to Brazil involves several customs, tax, and documentation requirements. Reachdesk helps guide your shipment through these requirements to ensure it reaches the recipient.

CPF Requirement

A Brazilian Tax ID (CPF number) must be entered in the Tax ID field on the recipient's address before an order can proceed.

A CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) is a personal tax ID issued to all Brazilian citizens. It is required for customs clearance on all shipments to Brazil. Brazilian recipients are generally familiar with providing this number.

Please note: ⚠️ If the CPF is not provided, expect customs delays and potential fines.

Duties and Taxes (DDP)

Foreign shippers may pay import duties and taxes under DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) Incoterms. Under this arrangement, the U.S. exporter agrees to cover all charges on behalf of the Brazilian recipient. Reachdesk facilitates this on your behalf.

Please note: ⚠️ Important: Brazilian customs reserves the right to reject the DDP billing request and instead charge the recipient directly, regardless of the arrangements made.

Taxes and Duties Overview

Brazil has no de minimis threshold for B2B or B2C shipments, which results in high landed costs. The following charges apply:

• Import duty: 60% of the item value plus shipping cost.
• Tax (ICMS): varies by state.
  • 19% for Rio de Janeiro
  • 18% for São Paulo, Minas Gerais, and Paraná
  • 17% for all other states

For example, for a shipment with a $60 item value and $30 shipping cost:

• Duties: 60% of $90 = $54
• Taxes (17%): 17% of ($60 + $30 + $54) = $24.48
• Total duties and taxes: $78.48

If Brazilian customs follows the DDP Incoterms, Reachdesk pays these charges through its courier account and the recipient is not billed.