HS 8504.31: Electrical transformers; n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 1kVA
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 8504.31 covers electrical transformers; n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 1kVA under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 6 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 0%–18%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $162.4M worth of these products, with China as the leading supplier.
Regulatory agencies
Products under this heading may require pre-approval before customs clearance. Learn more
EU-Mercosur impact
Most products liberalized within 10 years. Telecom infrastructure equipment benefits significantly.
Brazil imports — 2024
Source: UN ComtradeTop exporters to Brazil
CIF values in USD. Percentage = share of Brazil's total imports for this HS heading.
NCM codes under HS 8504.31
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8504.31.11 | Transformadores de corrente | 16.2% | 6.5% | — | Calculate → |
| 8504.31.19 | Outros | 18% | 6.5% | — | Calculate → |
| 8504.31.91 | Transformador de saída horizontal (fly back), com tensão de saída superior a 18 kV e frequência de varredura horizontal igual ou superior a 32 kHz | 0% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
| 8504.31.92 | Transformadores de FI, de detecção, de relação, de linearidade ou de foco | 16.2% | 13% | — | Calculate → |
| 8504.31.93 | Outros, de largura e comprimento não superior a 50 mm e altura não superior a 25 mm, próprios para montagem por inserção (PTH - Pin Through Hole) ou montagem em superfície (SMD - Surface Mounted Device) | 0% | 6.5% | — | Calculate → |
| 8504.31.99 | Outros | 16.2% | 13% | — | Calculate → |
How to import electrical transformers; n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 1kva into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 6 NCM codes under HS 8504.31. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 0%–18%. This is the base rate before other taxes.
- Calculate the full landed cost — Brazil charges 7 cascading taxes on imports: II, IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS, AFRMM, and Siscomex fee.
- Verify regulatory requirements — check if ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA, or other agencies require pre-clearance for your product.
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