Inadequate import controls led to unsafe food and drug products entering Brazil.
["ANVISA import license mandatory for food, drugs, and cosmetics", "Compliance with Brazilian food/drug standards (RDC)", "Inspection at port of entry"]
Fines up to BRL 1.5 million; destruction of goods; imprisonment
Affected HS Codes: ["0201", "0202", "0301", "0401", "0701", "0901", "1001", "1507", "1601", "1701", "1901", "2001", "2101", "2201", "3001", "3002", "3003", "3004"]
Issuing Authority: Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (ANVISA)