HS 8542.31: Electronic integrated circuits; processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits

HS 8542.31 covers electronic integrated circuits; processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 3 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 0%. 5 active Ex-Tarifário exemptions exist for this heading, meaning qualifying capital goods or IT equipment can enter Brazil at 0% duty. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $6.3B worth of these products, with China as the leading supplier.

How to import electronic integrated circuits; processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits into Brazil

1. Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 3 NCM codes under HS 8542.31. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
2. Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 0%. This is the base rate before other taxes.
3. Check Ex-Tarifário — 5 active exemptions exist for this heading. If your product qualifies, import duty drops to 0%.
4. Calculate the full landed cost — Brazil charges 7 cascading taxes on imports: II, IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS, AFRMM, and Siscomex fee.
5. Verify regulatory requirements — check if ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA, or other agencies require pre-clearance for your product.