HS 8517.14: Telephone sets; other than smartphones, for cellular or other wireless networks
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 8517.14 covers telephone sets; other than smartphones, for cellular or other wireless networks under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 7 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 0%–16%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $137.2M worth of these products, with Malaysia 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 8517.14
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8517.14.10 | De radiotelefonia, analógicos | 10.8% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8517.14.31 | Portáteis | 16% | 11.25% | — | Calculate → |
| 8517.14.32 | Fixos, sem fonte própria de energia | 0% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8517.14.39 | Outros | 10.8% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8517.14.41 | Digitais, operando em banda C, Ku, L ou S | 0% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8517.14.49 | Outros | 16% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8517.14.90 | Outros | 10.8% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
How to import telephone sets; other than smartphones, for cellular or other wireless networks into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 7 NCM codes under HS 8517.14. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 0%–16%. 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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