unlicensed commodity
[ʌnˈlaɪsənst kəˈmɑːdəti]
nounpl: unlicensed commodities
mercadoria sem licença
1. A product or good that is traded, sold, or distributed without the proper legal authorization, permit, or license required by regulatory authorities
The government seized several containers of unlicensed commodities at the port.
O governo apreendeu vários contêineres de mercadorias sem licença no porto.
2. Goods that lack official approval or certification from competent authorities for commercial trade
Selling unlicensed commodities can result in significant fines and criminal penalties.
Vender mercadorias sem licença pode resultar em multas significativas e penas criminais.
In Brazil, the term is frequently used in customs, tax, and regulatory contexts. Unlicensed commodities are a significant concern for federal agencies like ANVISA (health products) and INMETRO (industrial products). In the USA, this is a common legal and trade term, particularly in discussions about intellectual property rights, pharmaceutical sales, and import/export regulations.
NYC Slang
bootleg goods; hot merchandise
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