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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026

NCM 8536.49.00

Electrical apparatus; relays, for a voltage exceeding 60 volts

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

16%
Import Duty (II)
3.25%
IPI
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NCM 8536.49.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for electrical apparatus; relays, for a voltage exceeding 60 volts. This code carries 16% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

8536Electrical apparatus for switching, protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables
8536.49.00
Electrical apparatus; relays, for a voltage exceeding 60 volts

Official Brazilian text: -- Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 8536.49.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
16%
IPIExcise tax
3.25%
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 8536.49

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $267.5M of products under HS heading 8536.49 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$73.8M27.6%
2Germany
$54.7M20.5%
3USA
$49.5M18.5%
4#380
$12.1M4.5%
5Spain
$9.9M3.7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8536.49 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 8536.49.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8536.49.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 16%, but Brazil adds IPI (3.25%), 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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