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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026

NCM 8461.20.10

Machine-tools; shaping or slotting machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
Ex-Tarifário
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Full landed cost

NCM 8461.20.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for machine-tools; shaping or slotting machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets. 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 2 NCM codes under HS heading 8461.20.

Classification hierarchy

8461Machine-tools; for planing, shaping, slotting, broaching, gear cutting and grinding, finishing, sawing, cutting off and other tools working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets n.e.c.
8461.20.10
Machine-tools; shaping or slotting machines, working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets

Official Brazilian text: Para escatelar

Tax breakdown for NCM 8461.20.10

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 8461.20

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $459K of products under HS heading 8461.20 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$329K71.6%
2Other Asia, nes
$87K19%
3Albania
$37K8.1%
4Spain
$6K1.3%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8461.20 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 8461.20

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8461.20.90Outras14%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8461.20.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8461.20.10 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 (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.

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