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Brazil Congress approves import tax exemptions

Overview

The Brazilian National Congress has approved a Provisional Measure (MP 1357/2026) that eliminates the 20% import tax on international postal purchases valued at up to US$ 50. Popularly known as the ‘taxa das blusinhas’, the measure has passed through both the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate and now moves to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for sanction.

Under the approved text, shipments valued between US$ 50.01 and US$ 3,000 will see the import tax rate reduced from 60% to 30%. A significant amendment introduced by rapporteur Senator Leila Barros also establishes a zero-percent import tax for medicines that do not have a similar version manufactured within Brazil, specifically for treating rare or neglected diseases.

To prevent fraud, the law requires digital platforms and logistics operators to implement measures against under-invoicing and the artificial splitting of shipments. The Executive branch is also authorized to establish limits on the quantity and frequency of purchases allowed for individuals. While federal taxes are eliminated for the US$ 50 threshold, international shipments remain subject to state-level ICMS taxes.

The legislative move has sparked polarized reactions. E-commerce retailer Shein described the decision as a “victory for consumer purchasing power and inclusivity.” In contrast, the National Confederation of Industry (CNI) criticized the measure, warning it could “jeopardize 109,000 jobs and R$ 21.8 billion in domestic production by 2026” by favoring foreign competition.

To address these concerns, the Ministry of Finance is tasked with conducting periodic evaluations of the measure's impact on employment, income, and domestic industry competitiveness. The first assessment is scheduled for three months after the law's enactment, followed by semiannual and annual reviews, with the authority to implement compensatory measures if necessary. The measure must be finalized by Congress before September 8 to remain valid.

Entities

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · Davi Alcolumbre · Brazilian Congress · Congresso Nacional · Darío Durigan

Claims

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  • "Deputy Reginaldo Lopes was elected president of the joint commission analyzing the import tax measure." portaldiarioderondonia.com · correiodobrasil.com.br · www.metro1.com.br · www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · es1.com.br · +7 more

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    "Senator Renan Calheiros was elected president of the joint commission to analyze the provisional measure regarding the renegotiation of debts for rural producers who lost harvests between 2019 and 202"

    These claims identify different individuals (Reginaldo Lopes vs. Renan Calheiros) as the president of the joint commission.

Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 130 sources
    Brazil Congress approves tax exemptions for international purchases up to US$ 50

    The Brazilian Congress approved a measure to zero the 20% import tax on international purchases up to US$ 50 and reduce taxes on shipments up to US$ 3,000 to 30%.

  2. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 201 sources
    Brazil 2027 Budget: New 'sin tax' and minimum wage projections

    Brazil's 2027 budget proposal projects a R$ 1,741 minimum wage, a R$ 41.9 billion 'sin tax' revenue, and a R$ 157.1 billion allocation for Bolsa Família without benefit increases.

  3. 10 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    Brazil industry warns tax removal threatens 109,000 jobs

    Brazil's National Confederation of Industry warns that eliminating the ‘blusinhas’ import tax could cost 109,000 jobs and R$21.8 billion in domestic production by 2026.

  4. 11 days ago

    [POLITICS] 28 sources
    Brazilian Congress to vote on import tax measure next week

    The Brazilian Congress is set to vote on Provisional Measure 1.357/2026 next week, which regulates import taxes on international purchases up to US$ 50, amid concerns over domestic industry impact.

  5. 18 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 9 sources
    Brazil moves to abolish import tax on small purchases

    Brazil's government seeks to abolish the 20% import tax on purchases up to US$ 50, while Correios launches a new service for delivering Paraguayan e-commerce orders to Brazilian addresses.

  6. 20 days ago

    [POLITICS] 26 sources
    Lula pushes for end of import tax and increased defense spending

    President Lula is pushing for a congressional vote to end the import tax on purchases up to US$ 50 by September 8, calling it a matter of justice, while also advocating for increased military investment.

  7. 24 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Brazilian Congress delays commission on international purchase tax

    The Brazilian congressional commission reviewing the ‘taxa das blusinhas’—which proposes zeroing import taxes on international purchases up to US$ 50—has been postponed due to leadership disputes.

  8. 27 days ago

    [POLITICS] 52 sources
    Brazil Congress delays commission for ‘taxa das blusinhas’ import tax MP

    Brazil's Congress has delayed the commission to analyze the ‘taxa das blusinhas’ MP. If not approved by September 8, the 20% import tax on international purchases up to US$ 50 will return.

  9. 29 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 17 sources
    Brazil import tax on US$ 50 purchases may return in September

    Brazil's 20% import tax on purchases under US$ 50 may return on September 9 if Congress fails to approve a provisional measure by its September 8 deadline.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Brazil eliminates 20% import tax on low‑value online purchases, cutting Shein skirt prices

    Brazil’s Lula removes a 20% import tax on purchases up to $50, lowering Shein skirt prices by about 17% while state ICMS taxes stay unchanged.

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