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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8501.53

NCM 8501.53.90

Electric motors; AC motors, multi-phase, of an output exceeding 75kW

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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NCM 8501.53.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for electric motors; AC motors, multi-phase, of an output exceeding 75kW. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 4 NCM codes under HS heading 8501.53.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8501Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)
8501.53Electric motors; AC motors, multi-phase, of an output exceeding 75kW
8501.53.90
Electric motors; AC motors, multi-phase, of an output exceeding 75kW

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 8501.53.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
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 8501.53

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $61.7M of products under HS heading 8501.53 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$20.3M32.9%
2USA
$7.6M12.3%
3Germany
$7.1M11.5%
4Singapore
$4.5M7.3%
5India
$4.4M7.1%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8501.53 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 8501.53

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8501.53.10Trifásicos, de potência não superior a 7.500 kW14%0%Calculate →
8501.53.20Trifásicos, de potência superior a 7.500 kW, mas não superior a 30.000 kW14%0%Calculate →
8501.53.30Trifásicos, de potência superior a 30.000 kW, mas não superior a 50.000 kW14%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8501.53.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8501.53.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, 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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Regulatory Agencies

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

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