HS 8549.91: Waste and scrap; n.e.c. in heading no 8549
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 8549.91 covers waste and scrap; n.e.c. in heading no 8549 under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 1 Brazilian NCM code with import duty (II) of 16.2%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction.
Regulatory agencies
INMETROAnatel
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.
NCM codes under HS 8549.91
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8549.91.00 | -- Que contenham pilhas, baterias de pilhas ou acumuladores, elétricos, interruptores de mercúrio, vidro de tubos catódicos ou outros vidros ativados, ou componentes elétricos ou eletrônicos que contenham cádmio, mercúrio, chumbo ou policlorobifenilas (PCB) | 16.2% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
How to import waste and scrap; n.e.c. in heading no 8549 into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 1 NCM code under HS 8549.91. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading are 16.2%. 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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