NCM 8521.10.89
Video recording or reproducing apparatus; magnetic tape-type
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 8521.10.89 is the Brazilian tariff code for video recording or reproducing apparatus; magnetic tape-type. This code carries 18% import duty (II) and 16.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 4 NCM codes under HS heading 8521.10.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outros
Tax breakdown for NCM 8521.10.89
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 8521.10
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $235K of products under HS heading 8521.10 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8521.10 details →
Regulatory agencies
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 8521.10
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8521.10.10 | Gravador-reprodutor, sem sintonizador | 0% | 16.25% | Calculate → |
| 8521.10.81 | Em cassete, de largura de fita igual a 12,65 mm (1/2'') | 18% | 16.25% | Calculate → |
| 8521.10.90 | Outros, para fitas de largura igual ou superior a 19,05 mm (3/4'') | 0% | 16.25% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 8521.10.89 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8521.10.89 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 18%, but Brazil adds IPI (16.25%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO, Anatel. Apply before shipping.
- 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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