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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 84›HS 8423.81

NCM 8423.81.10

Weighing machines; other than personal, conveyor or constant weight scales, having a maximum weighing capacity not exceeding 30kg (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14%
Import Duty (II)
3.25%
IPI
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NCM 8423.81.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for weighing machines; other than personal, conveyor or constant weight scales, having a maximum weighing capacity not exceeding 30kg (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better). This code carries 14% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 8423.81.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 84Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances
8423Weighing machines; excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better, including weight operated counting or checking machines and weights of all kinds
8423.81Weighing machines; other than personal, conveyor or constant weight scales, having a maximum weighing capacity not exceeding 30kg (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better)
8423.81.10
Weighing machines; other than personal, conveyor or constant weight scales, having a maximum weighing capacity not exceeding 30kg (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5cg or better)

Official Brazilian text: De mesa, com dispositivo registrador ou impressor de etiquetas

Tax breakdown for NCM 8423.81.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
14%
IPIExcise tax
3.25%
PIS/COFINSSocial contributions
11.75%
ICMSState VAT — varies by state
17–20%
AFRMMMaritime freight surcharge
8%
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Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.

Trade overview — HS 8423.81

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $7.1M of products under HS heading 8423.81 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$2.8M39.7%
2Germany
$1.4M19.2%
3#380
$932K13.1%
4Argentina
$708K10%
5USA
$337K4.7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8423.81 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.

EU-Mercosur impact

93% of EU machinery exports liberalized within 10 years. This is the single most impactful chapter for the EU-Mercosur agreement.

Other NCM codes under HS 8423.81

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8423.81.90Outros14%3.25%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8423.81.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8423.81.10 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 14%, but Brazil adds IPI (3.25%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
  3. Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

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