HS 8506.10: Cells and batteries; primary, manganese dioxide
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 8506.10 covers cells and batteries; primary, manganese dioxide under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 7 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 0%–14.4%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $142.9M 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 8506.10
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8506.10.11 | De tensão igual a 1,5 V, cilíndricas, do tipo LR14 (C) | 0% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8506.10.12 | De tensão igual a 1,5 V, cilíndricas, do tipo LR20 (D) | 0% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8506.10.19 | Outras | 14.4% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8506.10.20 | Outras pilhas | 14.4% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8506.10.31 | Alcalinas, de tensão igual a 9 V | 0% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8506.10.32 | Alcalinas, de tensão igual a 12 V | 0% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8506.10.39 | Outras | 14.4% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
How to import cells and batteries; primary, manganese dioxide into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 7 NCM codes under HS 8506.10. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 0%–14.4%. 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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