HS 8535.40: Electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 8535.40 covers electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts) under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 2 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 $44.2M worth of these products, with Germany 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 8535.40
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8535.40.10 | Para-raios para proteção de linhas de transmissão de eletricidade | 14.4% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
| 8535.40.90 | Outros | 14.4% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
How to import electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts) into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 2 NCM codes under HS 8535.40. 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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