Customs and compliance

Tariff classification, document review and the import declaration, with duties calculated before shipping.

What it is

Customs clearance is the process that turns an arriving shipment into legally imported goods. It runs on classification, valuation and documentation, and an error in any of the three delays the cargo and adds cost.

What is included

Tariff classification with justification
Document review before filing
Import declaration and follow-up
Duty and tax calculation in advance
Release and inland delivery arrangement

How it works

Tariff classification

We classify the goods under the correct tariff heading, which determines duty rate, tax treatment and whether a licence is required.

Document check

We verify invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificates of origin against each other before the declaration is filed.

Declaration and assessment

We file the import declaration, follow the inspection channel it is assigned and answer any query raised.

Release and delivery

We settle duties and charges, obtain release and arrange delivery to the final address.

Frequent questions

What delays a shipment most often?

A mismatch between documents: a weight, a quantity or a description that differs between invoice and packing list. It is avoidable and it is the most common cause.

Can duties be estimated before shipping?

Yes, and they should be. Once the classification is settled, the duty and tax can be calculated before the goods leave, so there are no surprises on arrival.

What happens if goods are physically inspected?

The container is opened and the contents checked against the declaration. If everything matches it adds days, not problems. If it does not match, it becomes a formal process.

Next step. Send us the details of your case and we will reply with the information needed to move forward. Write to [email protected] or call +55 (11) 2305-5475.

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