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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8517.71

NCM 8517.71.90

Communication apparatus; parts, aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds, part suitable for use therewith

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

16%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 8517.71.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for communication apparatus; parts, aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds, part suitable for use therewith. This code carries 16% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 8517.71.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8517Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular/wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), excluding items of 8443, 8525, 8527, or 8528
8517.71Communication apparatus; parts, aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds, part suitable for use therewith
8517.71.90
Communication apparatus; parts, aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds, part suitable for use therewith

Official Brazilian text: Outras

Tax breakdown for NCM 8517.71.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
16%
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 8517.71

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $128.0M of products under HS heading 8517.71 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$85.1M66.5%
2USA
$20.9M16.3%
3Canada
$4.0M3.1%
4Rep. of Korea
$3.4M2.7%
5Other Asia, nes
$3.3M2.6%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8517.71 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 8517.71

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8517.71.10Antenas próprias para telefones celulares portáteis0%3.25%Calculate →
8517.71.20Antenas próprias para estações-base de telefonia celular16%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8517.71.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8517.71.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 16%, 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.

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Regulatory Agencies

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