CUSTOMS DUTIES: BRAZIL TO BOLIVIA

Overview of Customs Duties from Brazil to Bolivia

Trade between Brazil and Bolivia is governed by both bilateral agreements and Bolivia's membership in the Andean Community regional trade group. Understanding the customs duty structure is essential for exporters shipping goods from Brazil to Bolivia. Bolivia applies a tiered tariff system with rates ranging from zero to 40 percent, depending on the product classification and whether goods compete with sensitive local industries. Exporters must familiarize themselves with specific product classifications and applicable duty rates before shipment.

General Duty Rates

Product Category	Duty Rate	Notes
General Merchandise	0-20%	Standard tariff rate categories for most imported goods
Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) Value	35%	Applied to the CIF value of imported goods
Sensitive Local Products (Textiles and Leather)	30-40%	Higher rates for goods competing with protected domestic industries
Live Bovine Animals	0%	Zero percent tariff; United States recognized as negligible BSE risk
Fresh Bovine Meat	0%	Zero percent import tariff
Poultry Meat (Fresh, Frozen, Refrigerated)	0%	Zero percent import tariff
Wheat and Wheat Flour	0%	Zero percent import tariff
Corn	0%	Zero percent import tariff
Rice	0%	Zero percent import tariff
Vegetable Oil	0%	Zero percent import tariff
Luxury Goods (Sports Drinks, Wine, Beer, Hard Alcohol)	Varies by HS code - contact our experts	Separate tax regime applies; specific rates vary
Automobiles	Varies by HS code - contact our experts	Subject to specific tax regime
Other Products	Varies by HS code - contact our experts	Consult Bolivia's National Customs database for specific HS codes

Required Documents

• Commercial Invoice with detailed product descriptions and values
• Packing List specifying contents, weights, and dimensions
• Bill of Lading or Airway Bill (proof of shipment)
• Certificate of Origin (to determine tariff classification and eligibility for preferential rates)
• Import License or authorization from relevant Bolivian authorities (if required for specific products)
• Phytosanitary Certificate (for agricultural products)
• Health and Safety Certificates (for food, beverages, and pharmaceutical products)
• Technical documentation and specifications (for machinery and equipment)
• Insurance documents (if CIF terms are used)

Important Regulations

Bolivia's customs authority, Aduana Nacional de Bolivia, administers all import regulations and tariff classifications. Importers must declare goods using the correct Harmonized System (HS) codes to ensure proper duty assessment. The country maintains restrictions on certain products, particularly those competing with sensitive domestic industries such as textiles and leather goods, which face elevated tariff rates of 30-40 percent.

Luxury goods including alcoholic beverages and sports drinks are subject to special tax regimes beyond standard tariffs. Automobiles also fall under a specific tax regime with rates that vary by model and specifications. Agricultural products benefit from zero-percent tariffs in most cases, facilitating trade in essential commodities.

All imports must comply with labeling and marking requirements established by Bolivian authorities. Products must be properly labeled in Spanish with accurate information regarding origin, composition, and usage instructions where applicable.

Trade Agreements

Bolivia is a member of the Andean Community (Comunidad Andina), a regional trade integration group that includes Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. As a member, Bolivia grants 100 percent exemption on import taxes for goods originating from other Andean Community member countries. However, Brazil is not a member of the Andean Community, so Brazilian exports do not automatically qualify for these preferential rates.

For specific tariff information on individual products, consult Bolivia's National Customs page at http://anbsw08.aduana.gob.bo:7601/buaran/search.do or contact the Aduana Nacional de Bolivia directly at https://www.aduana.gob.bo/. Exporters should verify the exact HS code classification and applicable duty rate for their specific products before shipment.