Technical Structuring · Ex-Tariff Exception

Pay up to 20% less in Import Tax when bringing industrial machinery into Brazil

Senior structuring of Ex-Tariff Exception petitions for industries importing capital goods without Brazilian equivalents. The benefit is amplified by proportional reduction in the IPI and ICMS calculation base — the total tax impact typically represents meaningful CAPEX savings.

  • Preliminary strategic analysis of your case
  • Technical petitioning to Brazilian SECEX
  • Defense against national production manifestation
  • Direct conversation with senior partner — response in 1 business day
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35+
Years of operation
03
Senior partners
10+
Sectors served
3
Ports · Santos · Viracopos · Guarulhos
Industries operating foreign trade with Aduana Prime
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Why structure Ex-Tariff Exception

Brazilian industries lose margin to excessive Import Tax

Without Ex-Tariff structured petition

  • Up to 20% Import Tax paid in full
  • IPI and ICMS calculation base inflated, amplifying total tax cost
  • CAPEX compromised by taxation on machinery with no Brazilian equivalent
  • Poorly structured petition results in denial
  • No technical defense against national production manifestation
  • Process drags 6 to 12 months without active follow-up

With Aduana Prime structuring

  • Import Tax reduced to 0-2% after approval
  • Benefit amplified by proportional reduction of IPI and ICMS base
  • Tax savings projected before project initiation
  • Technically structured petition for approval
  • Senior defense against contrary manifestations
  • Active processual follow-up through DOU publication
Assess my Ex-Tariff viability
How it works

Three steps. Clear outcome.

1

Viability Analysis

Technical assessment of equipment, NCM classification, market context, existence of Brazilian production. Decision whether the case is technically viable.

1 to 2 business days
2

Petition Structuring

Technical preparation of complete SECEX petition: justification of absence of similar Brazilian product, supporting technical documentation, structured arguments.

30 to 60 days
3

Follow-up and Defense

SECEX filing, public consultation monitoring, technical defense against national production manifestations, follow-up through DOU publication.

Until publication
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What's included in your preliminary analysis

  • Technical viability verification of Ex-Tariff Exception for the specified equipment
  • Total tax savings projection — Import Tax plus proportional reduction in IPI and ICMS base
  • Brazilian competing production mapping and risk of contrary manifestation
  • Realistic timeline estimate of the process through DOU publication
  • 30-minute strategic conversation directly with one of the senior partners
By appointment only
Frequently asked questions

About Ex-Tariff Exception

What is Ex-Tariff Exception and how much can it reduce in taxes?
Ex-Tariff Exception is a regime granted by Brazilian SECEX that reduces Import Tax (II) from up to 20% to 0-2% on capital goods and IT goods without Brazilian production equivalent. Beyond direct II reduction, the benefit amplifies through proportional reduction in IPI and ICMS calculation base — total tax impact typically represents relevant savings in CAPEX of industrial projects.
How long does the Ex-Tariff Exception process take?
Between 6 and 12 months from filing to DOU publication. Cases without contrary manifestation from Brazilian production tend to be faster. When there's dispute with local industry, technical defense may extend the timeline. Active processual follow-up by Aduana Prime keeps the process moving.
Can Ex-Tariff Exception be obtained for used equipment?
Generally no. Ex-Tariff Exception applies to new capital goods and new IT goods. Used equipment imports follow distinct regulatory regime with separate technical defense — work we also handle at Aduana Prime.
What if there's contrary manifestation from Brazilian production?
It's part of the process. We defend technically with arguments demonstrating that the equipment requested lacks the same characteristics, capacity, or technical specifications as the alleged Brazilian product. Many cases with manifestation are won when there's prior technical preparation.
What's the investment to structure an Ex-Tariff Exception?
Project-based pricing, depending on case complexity and equipment value. Tax savings generated by Ex-Tariff Exception typically pay the investment multiple times over. We discuss the investment in the initial conversation, after preliminary viability analysis.
Can I request Ex-Tariff Exception for already-imported equipment?
No. Ex-Tariff Exception applies only to future imports. The benefit is granted before customs clearance. For already-imported equipment, other tax recovery strategies exist — analysis we conduct case by case in strategic diagnosis.
Who conducts the process at Aduana Prime?
Directly the senior partners. Vivian Dollinger conducts technical structuring and SECEX relationship; Julio analyzes financial viability and projected tax impact. You don't speak to a junior analyst — you speak to a senior partner with over 30 years of operation.

Technical transparency before any commitment

We assess your case preliminarily before promising any outcome. If our analysis indicates that Ex-Tariff Exception isn't viable for your equipment, we tell you with clarity — and indicate the most adequate tax alternative, when one exists.

Commitment to senior technical practice · Aduana Prime since 1991

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