NCM 8525.50.22
Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, not incorporating reception apparatus
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 8525.50.22 is the Brazilian tariff code for transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, not incorporating reception apparatus. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 9.75% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 7 NCM codes under HS heading 8525.50.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Em banda UHF, de frequência igual ou superior a 2,0 GHz, mas não superior a 2,7 GHz, com potência de saída igual ou superior a 10 W, mas não superior a 100 W
Tax breakdown for NCM 8525.50.22
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 8525.50
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $5.9M of products under HS heading 8525.50 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8525.50 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 8525.50
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8525.50.11 | Em AM, com modulação por código ou largura de pulso, totalmente a semicondutor e com potência de saída superior a 10 kW | 0% | 9.75% | Calculate → |
| 8525.50.19 | Outros | 14% | 9.75% | Calculate → |
| 8525.50.21 | De frequência superior a 7 GHz | 0% | 9.75% | Calculate → |
| 8525.50.23 | Em banda UHF, com potência de saída superior a 10 kW | 0% | 9.75% | Calculate → |
| 8525.50.24 | Em banda VHF, com potência de saída igual ou superior a 20 kW | 0% | 9.75% | Calculate → |
| 8525.50.29 | Outros | 14% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 8525.50.22 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8525.50.22 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, but Brazil adds IPI (9.75%), 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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