February 2026

DUIMP mandatory for chapters 84–90

The Single Import Declaration (DUIMP — Declaração Única de Importação) became mandatory for products classified in HS chapters 84 through 90 as of February 15, 2026. This is the largest expansion of DUIMP since its introduction, covering:

• Chapter 84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances
• Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment
• Chapter 86: Railway equipment
• Chapter 87: Vehicles (other than railway)
• Chapter 88: Aircraft and spacecraft
• Chapter 89: Ships and boats
• Chapter 90: Optical, photographic, measuring, and medical instruments

DUIMP integrates the LI (Import License), DI (Import Declaration), and cargo management into a single workflow. Benefits include faster customs clearance and the ability to start the declaration process before the goods arrive.

ANVISA: simplified cosmetics registration

Resolução ANVISA 1.021/2026 simplified the notification process for Grade 1 (low-risk) cosmetics, effective February 1:

• Grade 1 products (soaps, shampoos, conditioners, deodorants without active ingredients) — notification now processed in 15 days (previously 30 days)
• Digital submission only — paper submissions eliminated. All notifications via ANVISA's Solicita system.
• Ingredient list format — INCI nomenclature now mandatory (aligning with EU Cosmetics Regulation). Portuguese translations no longer required for INCI names.
• GMP declaration — self-declaration of GMP compliance accepted for Grade 1 (ISO 22716). ANVISA inspection reserved for Grade 2 products and complaints.

Grade 2 products (sunscreens, hair dyes, anti-aging creams, insect repellents) remain subject to full registration. No changes to Grade 2 timelines.

Anti-dumping: Chinese steel review

SDIC (Secretaria de Comércio Exterior) initiated a sunset review of anti-dumping duties on certain flat steel products from China (HS 7208, 7209, 7210, 7225). The existing duties, in place since 2021, range from 18.7% to 25.3%.

• Products under review: hot-rolled flat steel, cold-rolled flat steel, and coated flat steel
• Current duty range: 18.7%–25.3% ad valorem on top of the 12% II rate
• Timeline: review initiated February 10; preliminary determination expected by August 2026
• Impact: steel importers should monitor this review. If duties are revoked, landed costs for Chinese steel could drop 20%+. If maintained or increased, alternative sourcing may be warranted.

MAPA: new bilateral protocols

MAPA signed new or updated bilateral sanitary/phytosanitary protocols with two countries:

• Colombia — avocado (Hass): phytosanitary protocol signed February 5. Colombian avocado producers can now begin the establishment approval process for export to Brazil.
• Turkey — poultry (processed): updated health certificate model published February 18. Existing approved establishments can use the new certificate immediately.

Reminder: even with a protocol in place, individual establishments must be inspected and approved by MAPA before they can export to Brazil. The protocol is the first step, not the final authorization.

Other updates

• IBAMA CTF renewal deadline: February 28, 2026 is the deadline for annual RAPP (Relatório Anual de Atividades Potencialmente Poluidoras) submission. Importers of chemicals, tires, and batteries must file to maintain active CTF registration.
• Anatel: 3 new OCDs (Designated Certification Bodies) accredited for Category II testing, reducing the certification backlog for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi devices.
• Exchange rate note: BRL/USD averaged 5.82 in February, up from 5.75 in January. The real's depreciation increases CIF values in BRL, pushing up the ICMS base.