NCM 9027.89.12
Instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis, for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or quantities of heat, sound or light, exposure meters
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 9027.89.12 is the Brazilian tariff code for instruments and apparatus; for physical or chemical analysis, for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or quantities of heat, sound or light, exposure meters. This code carries 14% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. 2 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 7 NCM codes under HS heading 9027.89.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Viscosímetros
Tax breakdown for NCM 9027.89.12
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Ex-Tarifário available for this NCM
2 active Ex-Tarifário exemptions exist for NCM 9027.89.12. 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 14%.
Trade overview — HS 9027.89
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $432.3M of products under HS heading 9027.89 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 9027.89 details →
Regulatory agencies
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 9027.89
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9027.89.11 | Calorímetros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 9027.89.13 | Densitômetros | 14% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 9027.89.14 | Aparelhos medidores de pH | 14% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 9027.89.20 | Polarógrafos | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 9027.89.91 | Exposímetros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 9027.89.99 | Outros | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 9027.89.12 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 9027.89.12 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 14%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Check Ex-Tarifário — 2 active exemptions exist. If your product qualifies, duty drops from 14% to 0%.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO, ANVISA. 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 9027.89.12
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