NCM 8542.32.29
Electronic integrated circuits; memories
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 8542.32.29 is the Brazilian tariff code for electronic integrated circuits; memories. This code carries 7.2% import duty (II) and 5% IPI. 4 active Ex-Tarifário exemptions exist for this NCM — qualifying capital goods or IT equipment can import at 0% duty instead. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 5 NCM codes under HS heading 8542.32.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outras
Tax breakdown for NCM 8542.32.29
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Ex-Tarifário available for this NCM
4 active Ex-Tarifário exemptions exist for NCM 8542.32.29. If your product is capital goods (BK) or IT/telecom equipment (BIT) with no domestic equivalent in Brazil, you may import at 0% duty instead of 7.2%.
Trade overview — HS 8542.32
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $2.8B of products under HS heading 8542.32 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8542.32 details →
Regulatory agencies
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 8542.32
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8542.32.10 | Não montadas | 0% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 8542.32.21 | Dos tipos RAM estáticas (SRAM) com tempo de acesso inferior ou igual a 25 ns, EPROM, EEPROM, PROM, ROM e FLASH | 0% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 8542.32.91 | Dos tipos RAM estáticas (SRAM) com tempo de acesso inferior ou igual a 25 ns, EPROM, EEPROM, PROM, ROM e FLASH | 0% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 8542.32.99 | Outras | 7.2% | 1.3% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 8542.32.29 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8542.32.29 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 7.2%, but Brazil adds IPI (5%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Check Ex-Tarifário — 4 active exemptions exist. If your product qualifies, duty drops from 7.2% to 0%.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO, Anatel. Apply before shipping.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
Brazil Import Taxes Explained
Complete guide to the 7 cascading taxes on every import.
How to Export to Brazil
Step-by-step guide for foreign companies.
What is Ex-Tarifário?
How to get 0% duty on capital goods and IT equipment.
Regulatory Agencies
ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?
Calculate your landed cost for NCM 8542.32.29
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