NCM 8453.90.00
Machinery; parts of those for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather, for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skin or leather, other than sewing machines
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 8453.90.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for machinery; parts of those for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather, for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skin or leather, other than sewing machines. This code carries 14% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: - Partes
Tax breakdown for NCM 8453.90.00
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 8453.90
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $5.8M of products under HS heading 8453.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8453.90 details →
Regulatory agencies
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.
How to import NCM 8453.90.00 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8453.90.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 14%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO. Apply before shipping.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
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Regulatory Agencies
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