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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8511.50

NCM 8511.50.90

Ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

18%
Import Duty (II)
15%
IPI
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NCM 8511.50.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines. This code carries 18% import duty (II) and 15% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 8511.50.

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
8511.50Ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines
8511.50.90
Ignition or starting equipment; generators n.e.c. in heading no. 8511, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 8511.50.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
18%
IPIExcise tax
15%
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 8511.50

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $136.1M of products under HS heading 8511.50 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$37.5M27.5%
2Japan
$18.8M13.8%
3Mexico
$14.4M10.6%
4United Kingdom
$9.7M7.1%
5Thailand
$8.5M6.2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8511.50 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 8511.50

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8511.50.10Dínamos e alternadores18%2.6%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8511.50.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8511.50.90 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 (15%), 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.

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