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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 90›HS 9027.20

NCM 9027.20.11

Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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NCM 9027.20.11 is the Brazilian tariff code for chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 5 NCM codes under HS heading 9027.20.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 90Optical, photographic, measuring, checking, precision instruments
9027Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis (e.g. polarimeters, spectrometers), for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, etc, for measuring quantities of heat, sound or light
9027.20Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments
9027.20.11
Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments

Official Brazilian text: De fase gasosa

Tax breakdown for NCM 9027.20.11

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
IPIExcise tax
0%
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 9027.20

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $116.4M of products under HS heading 9027.20 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Japan
$27.4M23.5%
2Singapore
$23.1M19.9%
3USA
$20.8M17.9%
4Germany
$20.8M17.9%
5China
$10.0M8.6%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 9027.20 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETROANVISA

Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff elimination over 7-10 years. European medical device and scientific instrument manufacturers benefit significantly.

Other NCM codes under HS 9027.20

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
9027.20.12De fase líquida0%0%Calculate →
9027.20.19Outros0%0%Calculate →
9027.20.21Sequenciadores automáticos de ADN mediante eletroforese capilar0%0%Calculate →
9027.20.29Outros14%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 9027.20.11 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 9027.20.11 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 (0%), 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, ANVISA. 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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