The role of the customs broker in foreign trade
The customs broker is a key professional in foreign trade, responsible for ensuring that import and export processes occur within customs regulations, avoiding delays, fines and re
What is ICMS?
ICMS is a state tax levied on the circulation of goods and the provision of certain services, such as interstate and intercity transportation. Each Brazilian state sets its own rat
What is Incoterms® and how does it work in foreign trade?
Even experienced foreign trade professionals who deal with Incoterms® on a daily basis still have doubts about their meanings, correct uses and implications. After all, these term
Understand how the Import Tax (II) works
Import Tax (II) is a federal tax levied on foreign goods. It is levied upon the entry of these goods into the national territory, specifically on the date of registration of the Im
Integrated Logistics: What is it and why invest?
In foreign trade, supply chain efficiency is a determining factor for company success, and integrated logistics emerges as a strategic approach that optimizes each stage of the pro
Air Freight Guide: procedures, documentation, cargo restrictions, and more
Air transport is the most agile mode of international logistics. Ideal for urgent, valuable, or perishable cargo, it allows for very short delivery times and a high level of securi
Maritime Transport Guide
Maritime transport refers to the movement of cargo by ship on ocean routes, rivers, and seas. It is an economical mode of transport, with great versatility and the capacity to tran
House Bill of Lading vs. Master Bill of Lading: Understand the differences and their legal and operational implications in international transportation
In international logistics, the Bill of Lading (BL) is one of the most important documents. It serves as a cargo receipt, a contract of carriage, and a title deed for the goods. Wi
How Bonded Warehousing Works and When to Apply
In the dynamic landscape of foreign trade, every logistical decision directly influences the cash flow, competitiveness, and operational efficiency of companies. Among the most eff
PTAX in Foreign Trade: Everything Importers and Exporters Need to Know
What is PTAX? PTAX is the official exchange rate calculated daily by the Central Bank of Brazil. It results from the weighted average of foreign currency purchase and sale transact
