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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8525.60

NCM 8525.60.10

Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, incorporating reception apparatus

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14%
Import Duty (II)
9.75%
IPI
—
Ex-Tarifário
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Full landed cost

NCM 8525.60.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, incorporating reception apparatus. This code carries 14% import duty (II) and 9.75% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 8525.60.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8525Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating reception apparatus or sound recording or reproducing apparatus; television cameras, digital cameras and video camera recorders
8525.60Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, incorporating reception apparatus
8525.60.10
Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating sound recording or reproducing apparatus, incorporating reception apparatus

Official Brazilian text: De radiodifusão

Tax breakdown for NCM 8525.60.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
14%
IPIExcise tax
9.75%
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 8525.60

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $11.4M of products under HS heading 8525.60 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1USA
$5.7M50%
2China
$3.0M26.5%
3Japan
$1.7M14.5%
4Switzerland
$171K1.5%
5Canada
$164K1.4%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8525.60 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 8525.60

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8525.60.20De televisão, de frequência superior a 7 GHz0%0%Calculate →
8525.60.90Outros14%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8525.60.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8525.60.10 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 14%, 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.
  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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