Brazil scraps tax on small parcels as Chinese platforms lose US and EU access
- Posted on September 9, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Brazil's Congress has approved the elimination of tariffs on small international parcels, creating a significant competitive advantage for Chinese e-commerce giants like Shein, Shopee, and AliExpress. This decision, ratified just before the tax measure's expiration, establishes a duty-free trade corridor into Latin America's largest market. The move comes as these platforms face increasing trade restrictions in the United States and European Union, making Brazil an increasingly attractive destination for their logistics operations and customer base expansion.
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Brazil scraps tax on small parcels as Chinese platforms lose US and EU access
Congress cleared the measure days before it expired, handing Shein, Shopee and AliExpress a tariff-free lane into Latin America’s largest economy.
