Brazil implements zero import tax on musical instruments and sewing machines

Brazil has implemented a zero-rate import tax on several categories of goods, including microphones, various musical instruments, and domestic sewing machines. This measure, established via Resolution 926/2026 by the Executive Management Committee of the Foreign Trade Chamber (Gecex/Camex), incorporates decisions from the Mercosul Common Market Group into Brazilian law.

In the musical sector, the previous 18% tariff has been eliminated for acoustic string and wind instruments. Covered items include violins, cellos, guitars, harps, trumpets, trombones, clarinets, and accordions, as well as microphones.

For domestic sewing machines, the previous 20% tax has also been reduced to zero. While classified as domestic use, these machines are also utilized by small businesses within the textile industry. Previously applied under provisional quotas, this tax reduction is now definitive and carries no quantity limits.