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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8532.10

NCM 8532.10.00

Electrical capacitors; fixed, designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar (power capacitors)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14.4%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
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NCM 8532.10.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for electrical capacitors; fixed, designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar (power capacitors). This code carries 14.4% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8532Electrical capacitors; fixed, variable or adjustable (pre-set)
8532.10Electrical capacitors; fixed, designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar (power capacitors)
8532.10.00
Electrical capacitors; fixed, designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar (power capacitors)

Official Brazilian text: - Condensadores fixos concebidos para linhas elétricas de 50/60 Hz e capazes de absorver uma potência reativa igual ou superior a 0,5 kvar (condensadores de potência)

Tax breakdown for NCM 8532.10.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
14.4%
IPIExcise tax
0%
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 8532.10

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $35.0M of products under HS heading 8532.10 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$21.6M61.7%
2#380
$3.2M9.2%
3India
$3.0M8.7%
4Canada
$1.6M4.7%
5China, Hong Kong SAR
$1.4M3.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8532.10 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.

How to import NCM 8532.10.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8532.10.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 14.4%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), 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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