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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026

NCM 9405.42.00

Luminaires and light fittings; electric, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

16.2%
Import Duty (II)
9.75%
IPI
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NCM 9405.42.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for luminaires and light fittings; electric, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources. This code carries 16.2% import duty (II) and 9.75% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

9405Luminaires and light fittings; including searchlights, spotlights and parts thereof, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, name-plates and the like, having permanently fixed light source and parts thereof n.e.c. or included
9405.42.00
Luminaires and light fittings; electric, designed for use solely with light-emitting diode (LED) light sources

Official Brazilian text: -- Outros, concebidos para serem utilizados unicamente com fontes de luz de diodos emissores de luz (LED)

Tax breakdown for NCM 9405.42.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
16.2%
IPIExcise tax
9.75%
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 9405.42

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $266.7M of products under HS heading 9405.42 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$215.8M80.9%
2USA
$13.1M4.9%
3Mexico
$11.6M4.3%
4Germany
$6.8M2.5%
5China, Hong Kong SAR
$6.6M2.5%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 9405.42 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff reduction over 10 years.

How to import NCM 9405.42.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 9405.42.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 16.2%, but Brazil adds IPI (9.75%), 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. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

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