customs laws
[/ˈkʌstəmz lɔːz/]
nounpl: customs laws
leis aduaneiras
1. Regulations and statutes that govern the import and export of goods across national borders, including duties, tariffs, and procedures for clearing goods through customs
Companies must comply with customs laws when shipping products internationally.
As empresas devem cumprir as leis aduaneiras ao enviar produtos internacionalmente.
2. Legal framework that establishes rules for inspecting, classifying, and taxing merchandise entering or leaving a country
The new customs laws were designed to streamline border procedures and reduce smuggling.
As novas leis aduaneiras foram projetadas para simplificar os procedimentos de fronteira e reduzir o contrabando.
3. Statutes that regulate duties, taxes, and compliance requirements for international trade
Violations of customs laws can result in heavy fines and criminal charges.
Violações das leis aduaneiras podem resultar em multas pesadas e acusações criminais.
In Brazil, customs laws are particularly important due to the country's significant international trade and the complexity of MERCOSUR (South American trade bloc) regulations. Companies operating in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro engage heavily with customs brokers (despachantes aduaneiros) to navigate these laws. In the USA, understanding customs laws is critical for businesses engaged in international commerce, especially given the extensive cross-border trade with Canada and Mexico.
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