The Federal Highway Police foiled yet another attempt to sell smartphones without receipts, this time in Pernambuco, by seizing a load full of Apple cell phones and other devices without receipts. The seizure was made in the city of Caruaru (PE) and, according to the PRF, the products, in total, were valued at R$ 170.9 thousand.
It is also worth mentioning that the devices were not certified by Anatel, indicating that the devices came from abroad into Brazil. In addition to cell phones, there were also smart watches. Apparently, the idea would be to sell the devices cheaper than conventionally at licensed retailers or Apple itself.
The police claim that, among the recovered products, which were inside a suitcase in a vehicle that only had its driver, there were recent smartphones, such as the iPhone 15, which began to be sold last year, and also the new generation of Apple devices, o iPhone 16 e o iPhone 16 Pro.
Click here to read more
1732816214
#PRF #seizes #cargo #unmarked #iPhones #Pernambuco
What regulatory challenges do smugglers face in Brazil when importing unrecorded iPhones?
**Interviewer:** Joining us today is [Guest Name], a consumer electronics expert, to discuss the recent seizure of a large number of unrecorded iPhones by Brazilian authorities. [Guest Name], can you shed some light on the potential motivations behind this smuggling operation?
**Guest:** Well, it’s clear that the smugglers are looking to capitalize on the high demand for Apple products and undercut legitimate retailers. By selling these devices without receipts or proper certification, they can bypass taxes and regulations, offering them at a lower price point. This can be very attractive to consumers who are looking for a deal.
**Interviewer:** Certainly, but is there a risk for consumers who purchase these devices?
**Guest:** Absolutely. Devices purchased through illegitimate channels often lack proper warranties and support. There’s also the issue of safety. Without Anatel certification, there’s no guarantee that these iPhones meet Brazilian safety standards.