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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8501.31

NCM 8501.31.20

Electric motors and generators; DC, of an output not exceeding 750W

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

16.2%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
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NCM 8501.31.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for electric motors and generators; DC, of an output not exceeding 750W. This code carries 16.2% 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 8501.31.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8501Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)
8501.31Electric motors and generators; DC, of an output not exceeding 750W
8501.31.20
Electric motors and generators; DC, of an output not exceeding 750W

Official Brazilian text: Geradores

Tax breakdown for NCM 8501.31.20

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
16.2%
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 8501.31

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $591.8M of products under HS heading 8501.31 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$190.9M32.3%
2Japan
$88.4M14.9%
3Mexico
$59.7M10.1%
4Germany
$43.8M7.4%
5Poland
$42.9M7.3%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8501.31 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETROAnatel

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Most products liberalized within 10 years. Telecom infrastructure equipment benefits significantly.

Other NCM codes under HS 8501.31

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8501.31.10Motores18%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8501.31.20 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8501.31.20 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 16.2%, 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, Anatel. 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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