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USA to Brazil Freight Forwarding

Trusted USA to Brazil shipping with all-inclusive rates

Brazil imports American constantly: industrial machinery and equipment, medical devices, aviation parts, chemicals, and technology flow south to Latin America's largest economy. The USA-Brazil lane is also famously demanding on the import side — Brazilian customs (Siscomex licensing, layered taxes) is one of the world's most intricate regimes, which makes forwarder competence worth real money on every shipment.

Services Available on This Route

Ocean Freight
Air Freight
Ground Transport

AGF Advantage on This Lane

AGF handles the US side end to end — pickup, export packing, EEI filings, and ocean or air booking — and partners with seasoned Brazilian customs specialists who navigate import licensing and tax treatment with their eyes closed. For capital equipment, we help clients and their Brazilian consignees coordinate the documentation that Brazilian clearance rewards, so cargo moves instead of aging in Santos.

Key Ports & Airports

Origin (USA)USA flag

  • Houston
  • New York / New Jersey
  • Miami
  • Los Angeles / Long Beach

Destination (Brazil)Brazil flag

  • Santos
  • Itajaí / Navegantes
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • São Paulo (GRU air)

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does shipping from the USA to Brazil take?
Ocean freight from US East Coast and Gulf ports to Santos runs about 14-21 days on the water; door-to-door timelines depend heavily on Brazilian import licensing and clearance, so plan 5-6 weeks for full projects. Air freight to São Paulo delivers in 1-3 days plus clearance.
What makes importing into Brazil complicated?
Brazilian imports require registered importers (Siscomex/RADAR), import licenses for many products, and layered taxes that can substantially exceed the duty itself. The system rewards preparation: correct NCM classification, complete documentation, and an experienced Brazilian broker — which is exactly the partnership structure we run.
Can you ship machinery and equipment to Brazil?
Yes — machinery is this lane's core cargo. We handle crating verification, export formalities, and the right equipment (container, flat rack, or breakbulk) for the machine, coordinating with your Brazilian consignee's customs team on the import-side documentation their clearance requires.

Popular Commodities on This Lane

In-depth guides to what our clients ship between USA and Brazil — container planning, duties, and compliance per commodity.

Machinery & Equipment

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