Americas

Brazil

Brazil combines a 60 Hz grid, regionally varying voltage, a specific plug standard and one of the more involved import processes. INMETRO requirements and the tax structure both have to be understood before quoting, which makes the documentation phase longer than in most markets.

Direct answer

For Brazil, confirm the regional voltage at the actual site, because 127 V and 220 V both apply depending on location. Then confirm the INMETRO requirement and the full tax structure with your broker, since these determine the landed cost more than the machine price does. Documentation takes longer here, so start it early.

Grid and supply conditions

Brazil

Voltage, frequency and plug type drive the charger and motor specification, so they come first.

Voltage

127 / 220 V

Frequency

60 Hz

Plug type

Type N / C

60 Hz. Note that Brazil uses 127 V and 220 V in different regions, and plug type N is specific to Brazil.

Questions to put to your customs broker

This page does not publish duty rates or documentation conclusions — those follow the HS code, origin and current trade measures. Confirm each item below with your broker.

Does INMETRO certification apply to this machine category, and what is the process?
What is the full tax structure for this HS code, including state-level taxes?
Which documentation must be issued before shipment?
What does your customs broker require for the import licence?

Logistics and packing notes

Santos and Paranagua are the main container ports
Confirm the regional voltage at the actual site before specifying the charger
Start the documentation process early, as it is the longest part of the timeline

How purchasing goes wrong in this market

Specifying a charger without confirming the regional voltage

Underestimating the tax and documentation timeline

Assuming INMETRO does not apply without checking the category

Configurations most often requested here