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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8541.41

NCM 8541.41.12

Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, light emitting diodes (LED)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

0%
Import Duty (II)
1.3%
IPI
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NCM 8541.41.12 is the Brazilian tariff code for electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, light emitting diodes (LED). This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 1.3% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 6 NCM codes under HS heading 8541.41.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8541Semiconductor devices (e.g. diodes, transistors, semiconductor based transducers); including photovoltaic cells assembled or not in modules or panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) assembled with other LEDs or not, mounted piezo-electric crystals
8541.41Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, light emitting diodes (LED)
8541.41.12
Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, light emitting diodes (LED)

Official Brazilian text: Diodos laser

Tax breakdown for NCM 8541.41.12

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
IPIExcise tax
1.3%
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 8541.41

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $166.8M of products under HS heading 8541.41 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$111.5M66.9%
2Japan
$20.9M12.5%
3Malaysia
$9.5M5.7%
4Other Asia, nes
$5.2M3.1%
5China, Hong Kong SAR
$5.1M3.1%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8541.41 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 8541.41

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8541.41.11Diodos emissores de luz (LED), exceto diodos laser0%3.25%Calculate →
8541.41.21Diodos emissores de luz (LED), exceto diodos laser, próprios para montagem em superfície (SMD - Surface Mounted Device)0%1.3%Calculate →
8541.41.22Outros diodos emissores de luz (LED), exceto diodos laser5.4%1.3%Calculate →
8541.41.23Diodos laser com comprimento de onda de 1.300 nm ou 1.500 nm0%3.25%Calculate →
8541.41.24Outros diodos laser0%1.3%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8541.41.12 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8541.41.12 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, but Brazil adds IPI (1.3%), 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.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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Regulatory Agencies

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