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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 85›HS 8542.31

NCM 8542.31.90

Electronic integrated circuits; processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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Import Duty (II)
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NCM 8542.31.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for electronic integrated circuits; processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 2% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 8542.31.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 85Electrical machinery and equipment; sound recorders
8542Electronic integrated circuits
8542.31Electronic integrated circuits; processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits
8542.31.90
Electronic integrated circuits; processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 8542.31.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
IPIExcise tax
2%
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 8542.31

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $6.3B of products under HS heading 8542.31 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$1.7B27.6%
2Viet Nam
$1.4B22%
3Other Asia, nes
$1.2B19.1%
4Rep. of Korea
$870.0M13.9%
5Malaysia
$474.8M7.6%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8542.31 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 8542.31

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8542.31.10Não montados0%3.25%Calculate →
8542.31.20Montados, próprios para montagem em superfície (SMD - Surface Mounted Device)0%2%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8542.31.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8542.31.90 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 (2%), 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

ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?

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