customs duties
[ˈkʌstəmz ˈdjuːtiz]
nounpl: customs duties
direitos aduaneiros
1. taxes imposed by a government on goods imported into or exported from a country
The company had to pay customs duties on all imported electronic components.
A empresa teve que pagar direitos aduaneiros sobre todos os componentes eletrônicos importados.
2. tariffs charged at border crossings to regulate trade and generate government revenue
Customs duties on imported vehicles increased by 15% this year.
Os direitos aduaneiros sobre veículos importados aumentaram 15% neste ano.
Customs duties are a significant consideration in international trade for both Brazil and the USA. Brazil imposes substantial tariffs on many imported goods to protect domestic industries, while the USA uses tariffs as both a trade regulation and negotiation tool. Knowledge of customs duties is essential for importers, exporters, and anyone engaged in international commerce.
Related Idioms & Phrases
subject to customs duties
liable for customs duties
exempt from customs duties
duty-free goods
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