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Brazilian Congress Ends 'Blusinha Tax,' Squeezing Domestic Small Retailers With New Import Advantage

The Brazilian Congress approved a measure eliminating the 20% federal import tax on international e-commerce purchases up to US$50, intensifying competitive pressure on local small businesses.

By Tom Becker

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Brazilian Congress Ends 'Blusinha Tax,' Squeezing Domestic Small Retailers With New Import Advantage
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The Brazilian Congress approved a measure eliminating the 20% federal import tax on international e-commerce purchases up to US$50, intensifying competitive pressure on local small businesses.

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