HS 8523.49: Optical media; recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 8523.49 covers optical media; recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37 under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 3 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 14.4%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $13.6M worth of these products, with USA 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 8523.49
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8523.49.10 | Para reprodução apenas do som | 14.4% | 15% | — | Calculate → |
| 8523.49.20 | Para reprodução de fenômenos diferentes do som ou da imagem | 14.4% | 9.75% | — | Calculate → |
| 8523.49.90 | Outros | 14.4% | 15% | — | Calculate → |
How to import optical media; recorded, excluding products of chapter 37 into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 3 NCM codes under HS 8523.49. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 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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