HS 8544Electronics · Brazil

Insulated Wire & Cable - HS 8544 classification, duty and landed cost - Import into Brazil

Q: What is the typical import duty on electronics (HS 8544) into Brazil?

Brazil applies an MFN duty of about 16% on HS chapter 8544 at the 6-digit line. National tariff schedules add 2–4 further digits, so the exact rate can shift once you confirm the 8- or 10-digit code. Preferential rates under FTAs (Import Duty (II) under the Mercosur Common External Tariff (TEC), plus IPI (Federal Excise), PIS/COFINS-Importação and ICMS (state VAT)) may reduce this to 0% for qualifying origins.

Q: How is IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS calculated on imports of electronics in Brazil?

Brazil charges IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS at 32% on the CIF value plus duty. Effective combined tax proxy; actual stack cascades. Priced USD.

Q: What is the landed cost of a USD 40,000 FOB shipment of electronics into Brazil?

On a USD 40,000 FOB parcel with ~8% freight and 0.5% insurance, CIF works out to USD 44,000. Applying 16% duty and 32% IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS brings total taxes to about USD 23,373 (~53.1% of CIF). Landed at buyer's warehouse ≈ USD 68,173.

Q: Which HS code should I use for electronics in Brazil?

Start with the 6-digit international HS heading - for example 8544.49 (Other electric conductors, <=1000V). Brazil customs then requires the full national code (8- to 10-digit national tariff line). Confirm the exact line with your licensed customs broker before filing.

Q: Which Incoterm is best for shipping electronics to Brazil?

Most importers into Brazil prefer CIF or CFR for sea freight so the seller arranges main-carriage transport, while retaining control of destination clearance. DDP shifts import duty and IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS to the seller - attractive to buyers but often priced with a risk premium. Compare all 11 Incoterms with our Landed Cost by HS & Country tool.

Q: What documents does Brazil customs need to clear HS 8544?

NCM: 8-digit Mercosur Nomenclature (HS 6 + 2 regional digits) shared with Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay. Regulated commodities may also require a health certificate, phytosanitary certificate or import licence depending on the exact HS line.

Duty and tax snapshot for importing electronics (HS 8544) into Brazil. Typical MFN duty ~16%, IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS 32% on CIF + duty. Decision-support only - confirm the 10-digit line and preferential status with your broker.

Typical duty

16%

IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS

32%

Total taxes / CIF

53.1%

Worked landed-cost example

USD 40,000 FOB parcel of electronics (HS 8544) shipped to Brazil.

FOB valueUSD 40,000

Origin chargesUSD 600

FreightUSD 3,200

InsuranceUSD 200

CIFUSD 44,000

Import duty @ 16%USD 7,040

IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS @ 32%USD 16,333

Destination inlandUSD 800

Landed cost ≈ USD 68,173

Run your own numbers in the Landed Cost by HS & Country tool.

Sample HS codes

Code	Description
8544.49	Other electric conductors, <=1000V
8548.00	Electrical parts of machinery, n.e.s.

Brazil duty regime

Import Duty (II) under the Mercosur Common External Tariff (TEC), plus IPI (Federal Excise), PIS/COFINS-Importação and ICMS (state VAT). Ex-Tarifário reductions for capital goods without domestic production.

Customs notes

· NCM: 8-digit Mercosur Nomenclature (HS 6 + 2 regional digits) shared with Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay.
· Siscomex is the integrated foreign trade system; DUIMP is the newer streamlined import declaration replacing DI.
· Landed cost stack: II on CIF; IPI on CIF + II; PIS/COFINS on CIF + II; ICMS on the grossed-up total.
· Non-automatic import licences (LI) needed for many regulated goods before shipment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical import duty on electronics (HS 8544) into Brazil?

Brazil applies an MFN duty of about 16% on HS chapter 8544 at the 6-digit line. National tariff schedules add 2–4 further digits, so the exact rate can shift once you confirm the 8- or 10-digit code. Preferential rates under FTAs (Import Duty (II) under the Mercosur Common External Tariff (TEC), plus IPI (Federal Excise), PIS/COFINS-Importação and ICMS (state VAT)) may reduce this to 0% for qualifying origins.

How is IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS calculated on imports of electronics in Brazil?

Brazil charges IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS at 32% on the CIF value plus duty. Effective combined tax proxy; actual stack cascades. Priced USD.

What is the landed cost of a USD 40,000 FOB shipment of electronics into Brazil?

On a USD 40,000 FOB parcel with ~8% freight and 0.5% insurance, CIF works out to USD 44,000. Applying 16% duty and 32% IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS brings total taxes to about USD 23,373 (~53.1% of CIF). Landed at buyer's warehouse ≈ USD 68,173.

Which HS code should I use for electronics in Brazil?

Start with the 6-digit international HS heading - for example 8544.49 (Other electric conductors, <=1000V). Brazil customs then requires the full national code (8- to 10-digit national tariff line). Confirm the exact line with your licensed customs broker before filing.

Which Incoterm is best for shipping electronics to Brazil?

Most importers into Brazil prefer CIF or CFR for sea freight so the seller arranges main-carriage transport, while retaining control of destination clearance. DDP shifts import duty and IPI+PIS/COFINS+ICMS to the seller - attractive to buyers but often priced with a risk premium. Compare all 11 Incoterms with our Landed Cost by HS & Country tool.

What documents does Brazil customs need to clear HS 8544?

NCM: 8-digit Mercosur Nomenclature (HS 6 + 2 regional digits) shared with Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay. Regulated commodities may also require a health certificate, phytosanitary certificate or import licence depending on the exact HS line.