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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 84›HS 8459.21

NCM 8459.21.91

Machine-tools; for drilling by removing metal, numerically controlled

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
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NCM 8459.21.91 is the Brazilian tariff code for machine-tools; for drilling by removing metal, numerically controlled. This code carries 14% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 8459.21.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 84Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances
8459Machine-tools; (including way-type unit head machines) for drilling, boring, milling, threading or tapping by removing metal, other than lathes of heading no. 8458
8459.21Machine-tools; for drilling by removing metal, numerically controlled
8459.21.91
Machine-tools; for drilling by removing metal, numerically controlled

Official Brazilian text: De mais de um cabeçote mono ou multifuso

Tax breakdown for NCM 8459.21.91

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
14%
IPIExcise tax
0%
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 8459.21

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $5.5M of products under HS heading 8459.21 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$3.9M70.3%
2#380
$843K15.4%
3Japan
$428K7.8%
4Other Asia, nes
$343K6.3%
5Czechia
$12K0.2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8459.21 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 8459.21

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8459.21.10Radiais14%0%Calculate →
8459.21.99Outras14%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8459.21.91 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8459.21.91 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 (0%), 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.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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