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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8501.40

NCM 8501.40.19

Electric motors; AC motors, single-phase

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

16.2%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 8501.40.19 is the Brazilian tariff code for electric motors; AC motors, single-phase. This code carries 16.2% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 4 NCM codes under HS heading 8501.40.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8501Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)
8501.40Electric motors; AC motors, single-phase
8501.40.19
Electric motors; AC motors, single-phase

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 8501.40.19

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
16.2%
IPIExcise tax
6.5%
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 8501.40

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $459.4M of products under HS heading 8501.40 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$413.7M90.1%
2Mexico
$12.1M2.6%
3China, Hong Kong SAR
$10.1M2.2%
4Argentina
$5.5M1.2%
5USA
$4.5M1%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8501.40 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 8501.40

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8501.40.11Síncronos16.2%0%Calculate →
8501.40.21Síncronos12.6%0%Calculate →
8501.40.29Outros12.6%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8501.40.19 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8501.40.19 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 (6.5%), 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

Complete guide to the 7 cascading taxes on every import.

How to Export to Brazil

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Regulatory Agencies

ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?

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