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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026

NCM 8540.71.00

Tubes; microwave, magnetrons, excluding grid-controlled tubes

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

16.2%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 8540.71.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for tubes; microwave, magnetrons, excluding grid-controlled tubes. This code carries 16.2% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

8540Thermionic, cold cathode or photo-cathode valves and tubes (e.g. vacuum, vapour, gas filled valves and tubes, mercury arc rectifying valves and tubes, cathode-ray and television camera tubes)
8540.71.00
Tubes; microwave, magnetrons, excluding grid-controlled tubes

Official Brazilian text: -- Magnétrons

Tax breakdown for NCM 8540.71.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
16.2%
IPIExcise tax
6.5%
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 8540.71

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $67.3M of products under HS heading 8540.71 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$57.6M85.6%
2Singapore
$4.6M6.8%
3United Kingdom
$2.3M3.4%
4USA
$1.1M1.6%
5China, Hong Kong SAR
$625K0.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8540.71 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 8540.71.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8540.71.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 16.2%, but Brazil adds IPI (6.5%), 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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