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Brazil
Brazil rewards local assembly: imported vehicles carry significant duty, while hybrid and EV programs receive incentives — a market for committed distributors.
Key Import Facts
| Local content | Incentives for local assembly |
|---|---|
| Main ports | Santos · Paranaguá · Itajaí |
| Duty estimate | High on CBU — plan for assembly/CKD |
| Top demand | Hybrid SUVs, EV hatchbacks, agri parts |
What Importers Should Know
Hybrid SUVs lead consumer demand; agriculture-related pickup and parts lines follow the world’s largest agri fleet.
Questions Buyers Ask
Is importing finished vehicles viable in Brazil?
Duty is high on CBU; CKD/SKD assembly or hybrid program participation is the competitive route.
Which parts sell in Brazil?
Agri-truck and pickup parts, plus EV charging accessories as the fleet electrifies.
Do hybrids pay less tax?
Yes — hybrid and EV programs carry reduced IPI/ICMS treatment in several states.