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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 90›HS 9031.49

NCM 9031.49.20

Optical instruments and appliances; for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

0%
Import Duty (II)
3.25%
IPI
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Ex-Tarifário
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Full landed cost

NCM 9031.49.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for optical instruments and appliances; for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 9031.49.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 90Optical, photographic, measuring, checking, precision instruments
9031Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, n.e.c. or included in this chapter; profile projectors
9031.49Optical instruments and appliances; for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90
9031.49.20
Optical instruments and appliances; for measuring or checking, n.e.c. in chapter 90

Official Brazilian text: Para medida da espessura de pneumáticos de veículos automóveis, por meio de raios laser

Tax breakdown for NCM 9031.49.20

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
IPIExcise tax
3.25%
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 9031.49

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $210.5M of products under HS heading 9031.49 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Germany
$51.6M24.5%
2China
$33.9M16.1%
3USA
$24.6M11.7%
4Japan
$18.9M9%
5#380
$18.1M8.6%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 9031.49 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 9031.49

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
9031.49.10Para medida de parâmetros dimensionais de fibras de celulose, por meio de raios laser0%3.25%Calculate →
9031.49.90Outros14%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 9031.49.20 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 9031.49.20 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 (3.25%), 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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