Why Choose Pallet2Ship for Brazil?

• Air freight options for urgent parcels, pallets and commercial goods
• Sea freight quotations for single pallets through to full containers
• Support for UK exports and imports from Brazil
• Clear transport pricing and service scope before booking
• Guidance on customs documents, packing and carrier requirements
• Door-to-door and port-based options on supported services
• Tracking on most services, with specialist freight updates on request
• Optional insurance available during booking
• No minimum volume — arrange one pallet, regular shipments or container freight

What Can You Send to Brazil?

We arrange transport for a range of commercial goods and shipment sizes, including:

• Small parcels and bulky cartons
• Single pallets and multi-pallet consignments
• Commercial stock, samples and spare parts
• Machinery, equipment and engine parts
• Oversized goods and crated freight
• LCL and FCL sea freight

LCL and FCL Container Freight

Pallet2Ship can arrange LCL and FCL sea freight between the UK and Brazil.

LCL, or less than container load, shares container space with other shipments. Charges normally reflect the space or weight used, making it worth considering for smaller pallet consignments.

FCL, or full container load, provides a dedicated container. It can suit higher volumes, dense cargo or goods with particular handling requirements; the container does not have to be completely full.

As a shipment grows, compare both options using the complete origin-to-destination cost, not just the sea freight rate. Provide the packed dimensions, weight and delivery requirements so our team can review the alternatives.

Importing Pallets from Brazil to the UK

We also arrange Brazil-to-UK freight for businesses buying stock, sourcing machinery parts, returning goods or importing samples.

The Brazilian sender should prepare the export documents and goods, while the UK importer supplies the information needed for UK clearance. This normally includes a Commercial Invoice, accurate descriptions, values, commodity codes, origin details and agreed Incoterms. A GB EORI is normally required for a business importing into England, Wales or Scotland; Northern Ireland arrangements can differ.

Sea movements use a Bill of Lading or another agreed sea transport document. Air movements use an Air Waybill (AWB) or the carrier’s transport record. Confirm clearance, destination handling and onward delivery arrangements before the goods leave the sender.

Packing Standards for Brazil Pallet Delivery

Pack for handling at collection, freight terminals and final delivery, as well as the air or sea journey. The finished shipment must be stable, protected and accurately measured.

• Use a strong pallet or crate suited to the goods and their weight
• Place heavy items at the base and secure the load against movement
• Strap the goods to the pallet, then wrap around the load and pallet base
• Protect corners, edges and any declared overhang
• Use suitable moisture protection for sea freight where needed
• Label clearly and record the full packed dimensions and weight

Regulated solid-wood pallets, crates and dunnage used for international shipments to Brazil must meet ISPM-15 requirements and carry a clear, legible IPPC mark. Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA), through Vigiagro, oversees inspections of imported wood packaging. Non-compliant packaging can cause inspections, delays or rejection. The Brazilian importer should confirm any additional inspection or declaration requirements before dispatch.

For practical preparation advice, see our How to Prepare a Pallet guide.

Coverage Across Brazil

Services are available to many destinations across Brazil, subject to the selected carrier and shipment.

Common delivery areas include:

• São Paulo
• Rio de Janeiro
• Brasília
• Belo Horizonte
• Curitiba
• Porto Alegre
• Recife
• Salvador
• Fortaleza
• Campinas
• Regional locations where supported

A delivery to a major city can have different onward transport requirements from an inland, remote or regional address. Provide the complete destination postcode, address and local contact details so availability, access, transit time and any additional delivery charges can be checked.

Customs and Paperwork for Great Britain–Brazil Shipments

Commercial freight between Great Britain and Brazil requires export and import customs clearance. Brazil uses the Brazilian real (BRL), but invoice values must always show the actual transaction currency clearly.

Depending on the goods and service, the paperwork may include:

• A Commercial Invoice with descriptions, quantities, values, origin and commodity codes
• A packing list and full exporter, importer and receiver details
• GB EORI information for the UK commercial party where required
• Agreed Incoterms, including the named place and responsibilities
• Product-specific licences, certificates or approvals
• The relevant air or sea transport document
• Wood-packaging compliance information where required

Brazilian Importer Details

Before dispatch, the Brazilian importer should confirm its local tax identification and customs arrangements. Commercial importers commonly use CNPJ, while individuals may use CPF. Businesses generally need the appropriate Siscomex authorisation, commonly called RADAR, or another valid import arrangement. The importer or its authorised customs representative should confirm who will submit the declaration and whether any product-specific licences or approvals are required.

Brazil uses NCM, the Mercosur Common Nomenclature, for goods classification. NCM codes are based on the Harmonized System but include additional digits for Brazilian and Mercosur requirements. Do not assume a UK commodity code is automatically complete for a Brazilian import declaration.

Brazilian Import Duties, Taxes and Destination Costs

Imports into Brazil may attract import duty, IPI, PIS/PASEP-Importação, COFINS-Importação, ICMS, clearance fees, storage, port or terminal charges and other destination costs depending on the goods, customs value, classification, state and import procedure. Qualifying maritime imports may also attract AFRMM, an additional charge associated with sea transport.

Brazil is transitioning to a new consumption-tax system involving CBS and IBS. The reform began with testing in 2026 and will progressively replace or phase out several existing taxes over subsequent years. The importer or Brazilian customs broker should confirm which taxes and charges apply at the time of clearance.

Under DAP, the receiver normally handles import clearance and pays the applicable import duties and taxes. DDP places those responsibilities on the sender, but it must be confirmed for the goods, route, service and Brazilian import arrangements before booking. Agree the terms with the other party rather than assuming the freight price includes every destination cost.

Business and Residential Pallet Delivery to Brazil

Our Brazil services are geared towards businesses, from occasional senders to regular importers and exporters. Delivery options depend on the shipment and route:

• Business addresses: Factories, warehouses, shops and other commercial premises.
• Residential addresses: May be supported on selected parcel and air services, subject to access, customs arrangements and local carrier acceptance. Sea freight delivery to residential premises requires specific confirmation.
• Ports and terminals: Available on selected sea freight quotations.

Confirm the unloading arrangements at both ends. A door-to-door booking and a port-based quotation are different services: with port-based freight, the receiver may need to arrange clearance, release and onward transport separately.