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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8535.40

NCM 8535.40.10

Electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14.4%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
—
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NCM 8535.40.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts). This code carries 14.4% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 8535.40.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8535Electrical apparatus for switching, protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits; for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts
8535.40Electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)
8535.40.10
Electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)

Official Brazilian text: Para-raios para proteção de linhas de transmissão de eletricidade

Tax breakdown for NCM 8535.40.10

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 8535.40

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $44.2M of products under HS heading 8535.40 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Germany
$26.4M59.8%
2China
$8.4M18.9%
3Sweden
$2.7M6.2%
4USA
$2.5M5.7%
5France
$1.3M3%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8535.40 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 8535.40

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8535.40.90Outros14.4%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8535.40.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8535.40.10 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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Regulatory Agencies

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