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Wine & Spirits Import: Pay Brazil Suppliers Fast

Import wine, spirits, and premium alcoholic beverages from global producers Send BRL payments to Brazil suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 86% vs traditional banks.

Save £3,030 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Wine & Spirits Import paying Brazil suppliers

Traditional Bank
£3,535
FX Spread: 3.5% + £35 fee
  • ❌ 2-3 day settlement
  • ❌ Hidden FX margins
  • ❌ High correspondent bank fees
  • ❌ Manual compliance checks
Unicorn Currencies
£505
FX Spread: 0.5% + £5 fee
  • T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
  • ✓ Transparent pricing
  • PIX available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
86%
£3,030 per £100k

At £200k-£2M monthly volume, save £36,360/year

Common Challenges: Wine & Spirits Import in Brazil

Industry Pain Points

  • Duty and excise payments (large upfront costs)
  • Bonded warehouse management
  • Seasonal harvest allocation payments
  • En primeur futures (pay 2 years ahead)

Country-Specific Considerations

  • Central Bank of Brazil (Banco Central) regulations
  • Brazilian tax ID (CNPJ) required for business payments
  • Currency controls apply to BRL flows
  • Import license may be required for certain goods

How Unicorn Solves Wine & Spirits Import Payment Challenges in Brazil

Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)

Use PIX for instant BRL settlement.Brazil's revolutionary instant payment system, launched 2020, now dominant

Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking

Upload supplier invoices as PDFs. Our AI OCR extracts amounts and currencies. See exactly what waiting costs you in real-time. Lock rates for 15 seconds when you see a good rate.

0.14s Compliance Screening

Automated compliance checks for Brazil regulations.Central Bank of Brazil (Banco Central) regulations handled automatically.

Wine & Spirits Import Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Wine & Spirits Import when paying Brazil suppliers

Payment Timing

Harvest allocations: 50% deposit, 50% on release (12-24 months). Regular shipments: Net 30-60. Duty on release from bond.

Settlement Priority: MODERATE: Allocation-based, relationships matter more than speed. En primeur requires trust. Duty payments time-sensitive.

📄 Invoice Terms

Net 30-60 (established suppliers), 50% deposit for allocations, en primeur: 100% upfront 2 years before delivery.

Cash Flow Pattern:

Seasonal harvest payments (Sep-Nov). Christmas sales peak. En primeur cash-intensive. Duty payments create cash flow gaps.

📊 FX Risk Profile

HIGH: EUR dominates (70%). En primeur creates 2-year FX exposure. AUD/NZD for New World. Forward contracts essential for futures.

Supplier Relationships:

Long-term estate relationships essential for allocations. Négociants for volume. Direct relationships for fine wine. Loyalty rewarded with allocations.

Common Documentation for Wine & Spirits Import

  • VI-1 Form (wine)
  • Commercial Invoice
  • AAD (Administrative Accompanying Document)
  • Excise Movement Guarantee
  • Certificate of Origin

Popular Brazil Supplier Types for Wine & Spirits Import

Common Brazil Suppliers

  • Coffee exporters (Minas Gerais, São Paulo)
  • Agricultural commodities (Mato Grosso, Paraná)
  • Leather goods (Rio Grande do Sul)
  • Manufacturing (São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro)

Payment Tips for Brazil

  • PIX revolutionized Brazilian payments - instant, 24/7, free
  • Brazil = World's largest coffee exporter
  • BRL volatility high - use rate locks
  • Most suppliers now prefer PIX over TED/DOC
Typical Transaction Size
£75k-£300k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay Brazil Suppliers 86% Cheaper?

Join Wine & Spirits Import businesses saving £3,030 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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