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Economic sectors selected for the first phase must submit a Monitoring Plan beginning in 2027 In brief On October 29, 2026, Ordinance SEMC/MF No. 3,199/2026 was published, defining the implementation phases for the measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) obligations connected to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions under the Brazilian Trading System (Sistema Brasileiro de Comércio de […]

In brief The Ministry of Finance has opened a public consultation on the 2nd edition of the Brazilian Sustainable Taxonomy (TSB), a technical tool designed to classify economic activities and investments based on climate, environmental, and socioeconomic criteria. The new proposal broadens the scope of the TSB by including four new objectives and expanding the […]

Summary On October 21, 2026, the Full Bench of the Brazilian Supreme Court (STF) concluded the judgment of Theme 118 of general repercussion. By a 6–5 majority, the Court ruled that the Municipal Service Tax (ISS) is not part of the PIS and COFINS tax base. According to the STF, the ISS amount is a […]

In brief The First Section of the Superior Court of Justice (STJ), unanimously, concluded the judgment of Repetitive Theme No. 1,379 on 10/14/2026. The Court held that neither the social security contributions nor third-party contributions are due when an employee exercises an option to purchase shares under a stock option plan. In the STJ’s view, […]

At a glance Today, October 16, 2026, the Brazilian National Congress promulgated the constitutional amendment proposal ending the 6-on, 1-off work schedule, known in Brazil as the 6×1 schedule, and reducing the maximum weekly working hours. Following promulgation, the measure is no longer a legislative proposal and becomes part of the Federal Constitution, subject to […]

Decree No. 13,135/2026 sets a maximum wait time, mandates human customer service seven days a week, and establishes new obligations for digital platforms In brief Human customer service guaranteed from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., every day. Maximum wait time of 20 seconds on the phone. Immediate cancellation at any stage of the service interaction. […]

In brief New resolutions from the Genetic Heritage Management Council (CGen) were published on September 28, 2026, namely: (a) CGen Resolution No. 53/2026, which approves SisGen 3.0, the new version of the system used to comply with national legislation on access to genetic heritage and benefit-sharing. The platform will be available for user familiarization for […]

Potential impacts and participation opportunities for interested companies Two new antidumping investigations and one antidumping sunset review have recently been initiated and may have significant implications for producers, importers, exporters, distributors, and other companies associated with the products concerned. To assist our clients in identifying potential risks, opportunities, and participation strategies, we have prepared legal […]

In brief By determination of the Brazilian Foreign Trade Secretariat (SECEX), an antidumping investigation was initiated on Brazilian imports of 2-ethylhexyl acrylate (2-EHA) originating in China, classified under subitem 2916.12.40 of the NCM. The product is an acrylic monomer widely used in the manufacture of adhesives, labels, paints, varnishes and other special polymers. The investigation […]