According to a statement on the official website of the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service on January 2nd, authorities have recently seized a large number of illegal e-cigarette devices in enforcement operations at ports, airports, and on roadways.
On December 3rd, the Federal Tax Authority seized nearly 450,000 illegal e-cigarettes at the port of Santos. The shipment was declared as toys, tools, computer accessories, auto parts, and musical instruments. (Related reading: Brazilian tax authorities seize 450,000 illegal e-cigarettes involving brands such as "LOST MARY" and "ELFBAR").
On December 9th, the Federal Revenue Service seized 5.6 tons of e-cigarettes at Guarulhos Airport, totaling 43,200 devices. The market value of the seized e-cigarettes may exceed 5 million Brazilian reais (800,000 US dollars). (Related reading: Brazilian Revenue Service seizes 5.6 tons of illegal e-cigarettes worth 800,000 US dollars)
On November 8th, the Federal Tax Bureau, in collaboration with the Border Action Command (COD), seized 200 kilograms of e-cigarettes at a logistics company in Goiania.
In addition, the Federal Revenue Service has also suspended businesses with CNPJ (similar to a company registration number) that are selling smuggled e-cigarettes and traditional cigarettes. (Related reading: Brazilian tax authorities strengthen e-cigarette sales supervision, suspending operations of 22 companies)
The Federal Tax Bureau has released data showing that in 2024, the number of e-cigarettes confiscated has hit a record high, with approximately 2 million illegal e-cigarettes being seized.
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