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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8511.40

NCM 8511.40.00

Ignition or starting equipment; starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

18%
Import Duty (II)
2.6%
IPI
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NCM 8511.40.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for ignition or starting equipment; starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines. This code carries 18% import duty (II) and 2.6% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8511Ignition or starting equipment; used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines; generators and cut outs used in conjunction with such engines
8511.40Ignition or starting equipment; starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines
8511.40.00
Ignition or starting equipment; starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines

Official Brazilian text: - Motores de arranque, mesmo funcionando como geradores

Tax breakdown for NCM 8511.40.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
18%
IPIExcise tax
2.6%
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 8511.40

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $177.3M of products under HS heading 8511.40 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$74.3M41.9%
2Hungary
$18.2M10.3%
3Japan
$15.2M8.6%
4USA
$11.5M6.5%
5Sweden
$8.4M4.7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8511.40 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.

How to import NCM 8511.40.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8511.40.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 18%, but Brazil adds IPI (2.6%), 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

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