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Brazil Import Tax Returns 2027: Impact on E-commerce & $MELI
Brazil's temporary exemption for imports under US$50 ends, with tax reform reinstating duties by 2027, impacting e-commerce and consumer spending.
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Brazil's temporary exemption for imports under US$50 ends, with tax reform reinstating duties by 2027, impacting e-commerce and consumer spending.
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