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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8537.10

NCM 8537.10.30

Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases; for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14%
Import Duty (II)
9.75%
IPI
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NCM 8537.10.30 is the Brazilian tariff code for boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases; for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. 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 5 NCM codes under HS heading 8537.10.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8537Boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, bases with apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 for electricity control and distribution, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517)
8537.10Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases; for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
8537.10.30
Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases; for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts

Official Brazilian text: Controladores de demanda de energia elétrica

Tax breakdown for NCM 8537.10.30

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 8537.10

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $1.2B of products under HS heading 8537.10 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Mexico
$183.2M15.4%
2China
$180.9M15.2%
3Germany
$179.7M15.1%
4USA
$157.7M13.2%
5France
$61.0M5.1%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8537.10 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.

Other NCM codes under HS 8537.10

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8537.10.11Com processador e barramento de 32 bits ou superior, incorporando recursos gráficos e execução de macros, resolução inferior ou igual a 1 micrômetro (mícron) e capacidade de conexão digital para servo-acionamento, com monitor policromático0%9.75%Calculate →
8537.10.19Outros14%9.75%Calculate →
8537.10.20Controladores programáveis12.6%9.75%Calculate →
8537.10.90Outros18%9.75%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8537.10.30 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8537.10.30 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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