HS 8533.39: Electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20W (excluding heating)
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 8533.39 covers electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20W (excluding heating) under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 2 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 14.4%–16%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $6.0M 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 8533.39
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8533.39.10 | Potenciômetros | 14.4% | 6.5% | — | Calculate → |
| 8533.39.90 | Outras | 16% | 6.5% | — | Calculate → |
How to import electrical resistors; wirewound variable, including rheostats and potentiometers, for a power handling capacity exceeding 20w (excluding heating) into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 2 NCM codes under HS 8533.39. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 14.4%–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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