Country Route
Departure Port Major China Ports
Shanghai Port Ningbo Zhoushan Port Shenzhen Port
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Destination Country Brazil
Approximately 30-40 days
FCL LCL Customs Clearance Insurance
Container: 20GP 40GP 40HQ
Main Carriers: COSCO Shipping (COSCO) Maersk Line (Maersk) Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
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Bofeng Logistics provides international ocean freight logistics services from major Chinese ports to Brazil. Brazil is the largest economy in South America, and the China-Brazil shipping route goes around the Cape of Good Hope or via the Panama Canal.

I. Route Overview

Brazil is China's largest trading partner in South America, with bilateral trade covering machinery and equipment, electronic products, chemicals, auto parts, agricultural products, mineral products, meat, etc. The Port of Santos is the largest port in South America.

II. Port of Loading and Port of Destination

Port of Loading Region Advantages
Port of Shanghai East China Core departure port for China-Brazil routes
Port of Ningbo Zhejiang Deep-water port
Port of Shenzhen (Yantian) South China Main departure port in South China

Main Brazilian Ports of Destination: Port of Santos (SSZ) — largest port in South America, gateway to São Paulo state; Port of Rio de Janeiro (RIO) — second largest port in Brazil.

III. Major Shipping Lines

Shipping Line Advantage Routes Sailing Frequency
COSCO Shipping Leading capacity on South American routes Multiple sailings per week
Maersk Comprehensive South American route network Multiple sailings per week
MSC Extensive coverage on South American routes Multiple sailings per week

IV. Full Container Load (FCL) Service

4.1 Available Container Types

Container Type Internal Dimensions (L×W×H) Suitable Cargo
20GP 5.90×2.35×2.39m Heavy cargo, chemicals, mineral products
40GP 12.03×2.35×2.39m Light bulky cargo, consumer goods, textiles
40HQ 12.03×2.35×2.69m High-volume cargo, electronics, machinery
RF Reefer Varies by container specification Meat, food, pharmaceutical products

4.2 Reference Transit Time

Origin Region Destination Port Direct/Transshipment Reference Time
East China (Shanghai/Ningbo) Santos Direct or transshipment Approximately 30-35 days
South China (Shenzhen) Santos Transshipment Approximately 32-38 days

Note: The above transit times are for reference only. South American routes are long; please confirm at the time of booking.

V. Less than Container Load (LCL) Service

For small batch cargo, Bofeng Logistics offers China-Brazil LCL services. Billed based on the greater of volume or weight (RT), 1 CBM = 1000 KG. Shipments can be arranged from South China/East China.

VI. Shipping Terms and Value-Added Services

Term Description Applicable Scenario
FOB China Port Seller responsible up to port of loading Buyer-designated forwarder
CIF Brazil Port Seller responsible for ocean freight + insurance to destination port Seller controls transport
DDP Brazil Door Seller responsible for entire transport to Brazilian address Door-to-door service

Value-Added Services: Export customs clearance, Brazil import clearance guidance (CNPJ tax ID required), truck pickup, warehousing and transshipment, transport insurance.

VII. Operational Notes for Brazil Route

7.1 Documentation Requirements

  • Bill of Lading (B/L), commercial invoice, packing list
  • Importer must provide CNPJ (corporate tax ID)
  • B/L cargo description must be detailed; vague descriptions not accepted

7.2 Customs and Compliance

  • Brazilian customs clearance procedures are complex; experienced operators recommended
  • Electronic products must comply with Brazil ANATEL certification
  • Some products require INMETRO certification

7.3 Precautions

  • Port of Santos occasionally experiences congestion and strikes; buffer time recommended
  • Free time at destination port is typically 5-7 days

VIII. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How long does sea freight take from China to Brazil?

Approximately 30-40 days, due to long geographical distance. East China to Santos about 30-35 days, South China about 32-38 days.

Q2: Is Brazilian customs clearance complicated?

Brazilian customs clearance procedures are strict; importer's CNPJ tax ID required, some products need INMETRO or ANATEL certification. Experienced forwarders recommended.

Q3: Which ports are the main destinations for Brazil sea freight?

Port of Santos is the largest port in South America, suitable for São Paulo state and southern cargo. Port of Rio de Janeiro suitable for Rio state and surrounding areas.

IX. Further Reading

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This article is created by the professional team of Bofeng Logistics, based on 20 years of experience in international ocean freight operations.