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China-to-Brazil EV Charger Compliance Gap Matrix

AI-compiled from official public sources — cross-checked by multiple AI models, not human-verified. Informational only; see disclaimer. Public-interest, source-linked comparison of China EV charger documentation against Brazil INMETRO compulsory certification, ABNT NBR IEC 61851, ABNT NBR IEC 62196 connector standards, ANEEL grid requirements, Anatel wireless homologation, and SISCOMEX import requirements.

Dataset 2026-06-11 Last verified 2026-06-12 10 rows

GAP MATRIX

Compliance Gap Matrix

Gap matrix
Compliance item Common China baseline Brazil (INMETRO) Gap / action Source + verification date
AC Connector Standard — ABNT NBR IEC 62196 (Type 2 / Type 3C) China's AC EV charging connector standard is GB/T 20234.2-2015 (Connection set for conductive charging of electric vehicles — Part 2: AC charging coupler), which defines a unique Chinese AC connector configuration incompatible with IEC 62196-2 Type 2. The Chinese AC coupler uses a 7-pin single-phase or 3-phase configuration with different dimensional and electrical contact arrangements. Chinese AC EV chargers equipped with GB/T 20234.2 connectors require hardware connector replacement before they can be used in Brazil.GB/T 20234.2-2015 — Connection set for conductive charging of electric vehicles — Part 2: AC charging coupler (Chinese-specific AC connector; incompatible with IEC 62196-2 Type 2) Brazil has adopted IEC 62196-2 as ABNT NBR IEC 62196-2 for AC EV charging connectors. Brazil officially standardised on the Type 2 connector (IEC 62196-2 Configuration EE — the 'Mennekes' connector) as the national standard for AC EV charging, following a resolution process by ABNT's EV charging technical committee. This was formalised through ABNT CT-208 (Technical Committee for Electric Mobility) work. AC Mode 2 and Mode 3 charging equipment exported to Brazil must be equipped with or support IEC 62196-2 Type 2 connectors. Note: some earlier Brazilian AC EV chargers used Type 3C (Italian pattern) connectors — installers should verify current market predominance, though Type 2 is the current ABNT standard.ABNT NBR IEC 62196-2 — Plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets — Conductive charging of electric vehicles — Part 2: Dimensional compatibility and interchangeability requirements for AC pin and contact-tube accessories (Brazilian adoption of IEC 62196-2; specifies Type 2 as Brazilian standard)
IEC 62196-2:2022 — Plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets — Part 2 (current IEC edition)		 This is a hardware incompatibility gap. Chinese AC EV chargers use GB/T 20234.2 connectors that are physically and electrically different from IEC 62196-2 Type 2 connectors required in Brazil. Exporters must redesign or re-equip charging units with IEC 62196-2 Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors. If a confirmed INMETRO compulsory certification scheme for EVSE is in force (verify portaria.inmetro.gov.br — not confirmed as of 2026-06-12), the connector configuration would need to be included in the certified product scope. Furthermore, Brazil's grid uses 60 Hz (and both 127 V and 220 V single-phase), which requires verification of charger control pilot signal timing compatibility.[INFORMATIONAL] Brazil has standardised on IEC 62196-2 Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors for AC EV charging under ABNT NBR IEC 62196-2. Chinese GB/T 20234.2 AC connectors are physically incompatible — hardware redesign is required. This represents one of the highest-impact gaps for China-to-Brazil EV charger exports regardless of certification scheme status. ABNT — Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas2026-06-12 · unverified
DC Connector Standard — CCS2 (Combined Charging System Type 2) in Brazil China's DC charging connector standard is GB/T 20234.3-2023 (Connection set for conductive charging of electric vehicles — Part 3: DC charging coupler), which defines a Chinese-specific DC connector with a different pin arrangement and communication protocol (based on GB/T 27930 CAN bus) from CCS2 (which uses DIN 70121 / ISO 15118 communication). The Chinese GB/T DC connector is not physically interchangeable with CCS2, and the communication protocols are incompatible without hardware and firmware redesign.GB/T 20234.3-2023 — Connection set for conductive charging of electric vehicles — Part 3: DC charging coupler (Chinese DC connector; supports up to 1500 V / 800 A; incompatible with CCS2)
GB/T 27930-2023 — Communication protocol between off-board conductive charger and battery management system for electric vehicles (CAN-based; incompatible with ISO 15118 / DIN 70121 used by CCS2)		 For DC fast charging in Brazil, the Combined Charging System Type 2 (CCS2, also known as Combo 2) is the adopted standard, per ABNT NBR IEC 62196-3 (Dimensional compatibility for DC and AC/DC pin and contact-tube vehicle couplers). CCS2 combines the Type 2 AC inlet (IEC 62196-2) with two additional DC power pins, forming the combined CCS2 DC coupler. This is the same CCS2 standard used in Europe and is endorsed by major automotive OEMs operating in Brazil (Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, etc.). CHAdeMO DC connectors are also present in the Brazilian market (Japanese/Korean vehicles) but are declining in new installations.ABNT NBR IEC 62196-3 — Plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets — Part 3: Dimensional compatibility for DC and AC/DC pin and contact-tube vehicle couplers (Brazilian adoption of IEC 62196-3; CCS2 / Combo 2)
IEC 62196-3:2022 — Plugs, socket-outlets, vehicle connectors and vehicle inlets — Part 3 (current IEC edition)		 Chinese DC fast chargers use GB/T 20234.3 connectors and GB/T 27930 CAN-based communication protocol — both are incompatible with Brazil's CCS2 standard. This requires: (1) physical hardware redesign of the DC coupler; (2) firmware upgrade to support ISO 15118 or DIN 70121 communication protocol. This is a significant engineering change, not a documentation-only gap. If a confirmed INMETRO compulsory certification scheme for EVSE is in force (verify portaria.inmetro.gov.br — not confirmed as of 2026-06-12), re-certification with CCS2 connector under that scheme would also be required. Exporters should note that some Chinese EV charger manufacturers already produce CCS2 variants for European export — those variants are the starting point for Brazilian market adaptation, not the domestic GB/T variant.[INFORMATIONAL] Brazil uses CCS2 (IEC 62196-3 Combo 2) for DC fast charging under ABNT NBR IEC 62196-3. Chinese GB/T 20234.3 DC connectors are physically and protocol-incompatible with CCS2 — hardware redesign and firmware changes are required. This is among the largest engineering gaps for Chinese DC charger exports to Brazil. Manufacturers with existing CCS2 variants (produced for EU export) should use those as the baseline for Brazilian market entry. ABNT — Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas2026-06-12 · unverified
EMC — Electromagnetic Compatibility for EV Charging Equipment China's EMC requirements for EV charging equipment are covered under GB/T 17799 series (Electromagnetic compatibility — Generic standards, adopted from IEC 61000-6 series) and GB 4824 (Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of industrial, scientific and medical equipment — adopted from CISPR 11). For EV chargers specifically, GB/T 18487.1-2015 includes EMC test requirements. CCC certification may include EMC as a test item. However, Chinese GB/T EMC test reports are not accepted as equivalent to INMETRO-scheme ABNT NBR EMC tests.GB/T 17799 series — Electromagnetic compatibility — Generic standards (based on IEC 61000-6 series; SAMR/SAC)
GB 4824-2019 — Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of industrial, scientific and medical equipment (based on CISPR 11:2015+A1:2016; SAMR/SAC)		 Brazil adopts CISPR standards (from IEC's International Special Committee on Radio Interference) as ABNT NBR standards — the applicable series for EV charging equipment includes ABNT NBR CISPR 11 (industrial, scientific, and medical equipment emissions), ABNT NBR CISPR 14-1 (household appliances and similar — emissions), and ABNT NBR IEC 61000 series (electromagnetic compatibility — immunity and emission limits). Whether a confirmed INMETRO compulsory certification scheme specifically for EVSE is in force (which would make EMC compulsory as part of that scheme) must be verified at portaria.inmetro.gov.br — a confirmed compulsory EVSE scheme could not be verified as of 2026-06-12. The specific EMC standard referenced in any applicable INMETRO Portaria should be confirmed on the INMETRO portal.ABNT NBR CISPR 11 — Industrial, scientific and medical equipment — Radio-frequency disturbance characteristics — Limits and methods of measurement (Brazilian adoption of CISPR 11)
ABNT NBR IEC 61000-3-2 — Electromagnetic compatibility — Limits for harmonic current emissions (Brazilian adoption of IEC 61000-3-2)
ABNT NBR IEC 61000-3-3 — Electromagnetic compatibility — Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker (Brazilian adoption of IEC 61000-3-3)
ABNT NBR IEC 61000-4 series — Electromagnetic compatibility — Immunity requirements (Brazilian adoptions of IEC 61000-4-x series)		 EMC test reports from Chinese CNAS laboratories to GB/T 17799 or GB 4824 are not accepted as substitutes for INMETRO-scheme testing under ABNT NBR CISPR/IEC 61000 standards. Fresh EMC testing must be performed by an INMETRO-recognised OL (laboratory) against the ABNT NBR standards specified in the applicable INMETRO Portaria. Additionally, the 60 Hz grid frequency affects harmonic emission measurements — EMC tests conducted at 50 Hz for Chinese domestic certification do not cover 60 Hz operation, and re-testing at 60 Hz is required.[INFORMATIONAL — UNCONFIRMED] Whether EMC is a confirmed compulsory requirement for EVSE under an INMETRO Portaria could not be verified as of 2026-06-12 (framework actively evolving). The applicable EMC standards if such a scheme is confirmed would be ABNT NBR adoptions of CISPR and IEC 61000 series. Chinese GB/T EMC test reports would not be accepted as substitutes under the INMETRO pathway. The 60 Hz grid frequency requires re-testing even where Chinese EMC data exists. INMETRO — Instituto Nacional de Metrologia, Qualidade e Tecnologia (Brazil)2026-06-12 · unverified
Anatel Homologation — Wireless/Radio Modules in EV Chargers In China, wireless modules in products require type approval under MIIT (Ministry of Industry and Information Technology) network access approval (网络进网许可) or SRRC (State Radio Regulatory Commission) radio type approval (无线电型号核准). These Chinese approvals are not recognised by Anatel and do not substitute for Anatel homologation. Chinese EV chargers with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cellular modules that hold only Chinese MIIT/SRRC approval require separate Anatel homologation before being sold in Brazil.MIIT network access approval (进网许可) — required for cellular/wireless modules in China; not recognised by Anatel
SRRC radio type approval (无线电型号核准) — required for radio frequency devices in China; not recognised by Anatel		 If an EV charger incorporates any wireless communications module — including Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11), Bluetooth, cellular (4G/5G), RFID/NFC, or other radio technologies — that module must be homologated (homologado) by Anatel (Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações — Brazil's telecommunications regulator) under Anatel's conformity assessment framework. Anatel homologation is separate from and in addition to INMETRO certification. Anatel Resolução 715/2019 (and its amendments) governs the homologation of telecommunications and radio products. For EV chargers with integrated communications, the wireless module must carry a valid Anatel homologation number, which must be printed on the label. If the charger uses a pre-homologated module from a third-party supplier, that module's existing Anatel homologation number may be referenced, but the integrated product configuration must still be assessed.Anatel Resolução No. 715/2019 — Homologation of telecommunications products (and amendments; check anatel.gov.br for current consolidated version)
Anatel Ato No. 14.448/2017 (and updates) — Technical requirements for homologation of wireless devices (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular)
Lei No. 9.472/1997 — General Telecommunications Law (Lei Geral de Telecomunicações — legal basis for Anatel's authority)		 Every wireless module in a Brazilian-market EV charger requires Anatel homologation — a separate certification process from INMETRO. Chinese MIIT/SRRC approvals are not accepted. Modern EV chargers typically include Wi-Fi or cellular for remote monitoring, RFID/NFC for user authentication, and sometimes Bluetooth for local control — each such module must be Anatel-homologated. The Anatel homologation number must appear on product labelling. For smart/networked chargers, this creates a parallel certification track that must be completed alongside (or before) INMETRO certification.[INFORMATIONAL] Anatel homologation applies ONLY if the EV charger integrates a cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RFID/NFC, or other radio/wireless module. A charger with no wireless module is not subject to Anatel homologation. Where wireless modules are present, Chinese MIIT/SRRC approvals are not accepted — separate Anatel homologation is required, and the homologation number must appear on product labels. Anatel — Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (Brazil)2026-06-12 · unverified
Low-Voltage Electrical Installation Safety — ABNT NBR 5410 and NBR 16612 China's equivalent installation standards are GB 50966-2014 (Code for design of electric vehicle charging station) and GB/T 51313-2018 (Technical standard for electric vehicle charging infrastructure), both administered by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (MOHURD). Key differences from Brazilian requirements: (1) China uses a 50 Hz grid; Brazil uses 60 Hz — this affects protective device timing and charger electronics; (2) Earthing system assumptions differ; (3) RCD type requirements differ — Brazilian NBR 16612 requires DC fault detection (similar to IEC 60364-7-722 Type B/A+DC approach), while Chinese standards have different earthing fault protection assumptions; (4) Brazilian installations operate at 127 V / 220 V (single-phase), 220 V / 380 V (three-phase), which differs from China's 220 V / 380 V 50 Hz systems.GB 50966-2014 — Code for design of electric vehicle charging station (MOHURD; 50 Hz basis)
GB/T 51313-2018 — Technical standard for electric vehicle charging infrastructure (MOHURD/MIIT)		 ABNT NBR 5410:2004 (Low-voltage electrical installations) is Brazil's foundational standard for all low-voltage electrical installation work, equivalent in scope to IEC 60364 series. It governs wiring, protective devices, earthing systems, and overcurrent protection. For EV charging infrastructure specifically, ABNT NBR 16612:2020 (Electric vehicle supply equipment — Requirements for conductive charging systems and infrastructure — Safety) provides the dedicated Brazilian installation and safety standard for EV charging stations. Together these define earthing system requirements (TN, TT, IT systems), RCD (DR — dispositivo de corrente residual) requirements, wiring sizing, and installation practices for the building-side infrastructure supporting EV chargers. Compliance with NBR 16612 is referenced in INMETRO's EV charging certification requirements.ABNT NBR 5410:2004 — Low-voltage electrical installations (Brazilian standard; check ABNT catalogue for any revisions post-2004)
ABNT NBR 16612:2020 — Electric vehicle supply equipment — Requirements for conductive charging systems and infrastructure — Safety (dedicated EV charging installation standard)		 The grid frequency difference (50 Hz China vs. 60 Hz Brazil) is a fundamental hardware and certification gap. EV charger power electronics, filter components, and protection device timings designed for 50 Hz must be re-validated and re-tested for 60 Hz operation. Additionally: (1) EV chargers must be compatible with Brazilian RCD (DR) requirements under NBR 16612, including DC fault detection capability; (2) Product documentation must include Portuguese-language installation manuals referencing NBR 5410 / NBR 16612 installation practices; (3) The INMETRO-certified product configuration must match the installation configuration (voltage range, earthing system, current ratings). Brazilian installation standards are enforcement obligations — incorrect field installation can void insurance, cause regulatory penalties, and block grid connection.[INFORMATIONAL] Brazilian EV charging infrastructure requires compliance with ABNT NBR 5410 (general low-voltage installation) and ABNT NBR 16612 (dedicated EV charging installation safety). The 60 Hz grid frequency is a critical hardware difference from China's 50 Hz that requires product re-validation. Chinese installation documentation under GB 50966/GB/T 51313 does not satisfy Brazilian requirements. INMETRO-certified products must match declared installation parameters, and field installation must comply with NBR 5410/NBR 16612. ABNT — Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas2026-06-12 · unverified
Grid Connection and EV Charging — ANEEL Regulations In China, grid connection for EV charging stations is governed by State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) and China Southern Power Grid (CSG) technical standards, as well as NDRC/MIIT policy documents on EV charging infrastructure. There is no direct equivalent to the ANEEL framework in China's centralised grid governance model. Chinese grid connection requirements are based on 50 Hz, 220 V / 380 V systems and do not map directly to Brazilian distribution grid requirements.SGCC Q/GDW 11339-2014 — Technical specification for EV charging station access to distribution network (State Grid; 50 Hz basis; no direct Brazilian equivalent)
NDRC/MIIT guidance documents on EV charging infrastructure development (policy-level; no direct Brazilian equivalent)		 ANEEL (Agência Nacional de Energia Elétrica — Brazil's National Electrical Energy Agency) regulates the connection of EV charging stations to the distribution grid. ANEEL Resolução Normativa No. 1000/2021 (the updated distribution system access and connection rules, consolidating and replacing earlier resolutions) governs the access conditions and power quality requirements for new loads including EV charging stations. Operators of public charging stations must comply with ANEEL's grid quality standards and concession holder requirements. For larger charging stations, a formal connection study (estudo de conexão) may be required with the local distribution concessionaire (e.g., Enel, CPFL, Cemig). ANEEL's regulatory framework for EV charging is actively being updated to accommodate the rapid growth of the EV market.ANEEL Resolução Normativa No. 1000/2021 — Distribution System (PRODIST) — Updated access rules for consumers and distributed resources including EV charging (check aneel.gov.br for any subsequent amendments)
ANEEL PRODIST — Procedures for Distribution of Electric Energy Systems in the National Electric System (technical modules governing power quality and connection requirements)		 There is no regulatory equivalence between China's grid connection framework and ANEEL's requirements. Exporters and project developers deploying EV chargers in Brazil must: (1) comply with ANEEL's grid connection procedures for the applicable concessionaire; (2) ensure power quality (harmonics, power factor) meets ANEEL PRODIST technical requirements; (3) for larger installations (typically above 75 kW), obtain a formal grid connection study approval. Chinese equipment documentation will not include ANEEL compliance declarations — these must be added by the Brazilian project developer or system integrator.[INFORMATIONAL] ANEEL regulates grid connection for EV charging stations in Brazil. There is no regulatory equivalence with China's grid connection framework. Compliance is the responsibility of the Brazilian project developer or system integrator, not solely the equipment exporter. However, the exported charger's technical specifications (harmonics, power factor, voltage range, frequency) must be compatible with ANEEL's technical requirements to enable grid connection approval. ANEEL — Agência Nacional de Energia Elétrica (Brazil)2026-06-12 · unverified
Import Registration — SISCOMEX and LPCO Requirements China's export customs process uses the HS classification system and China Customs commodity codes, with export licensing managed through GACC (General Administration of Customs of China). For EV charger exports from China, the HS code is typically 8504.40 (static converters). Chinese export documentation (customs declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate of origin) does not substitute for Brazilian import SISCOMEX requirements — separate Brazilian import documentation in Portuguese is required. A FORM A (GSP certificate) may be available for qualifying products under Brazil-China trade arrangements, but should be verified with a licensed trade consultant.GACC export customs procedures — HS 8504.40 (static converters; applicable to EV chargers exported from China)
China Certificate of Origin (Form A / CCPIT certificate) — may be used for preferential tariff purposes; verify applicability under current Brazil-China trade arrangements		 All goods imported into Brazil must be registered through SISCOMEX (Sistema Integrado de Comércio Exterior — Brazil's integrated foreign trade system), administered by SECEX (Secretaria de Comércio Exterior) under the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services (MDIC). Whether INMETRO compulsory certification is currently a confirmed condition of import specifically for EV charging equipment (EVSE) must be verified — no confirmed INMETRO compulsory scheme for EVSE could be established as of 2026-06-12. If such a scheme is in force, the Brazilian import declaration (Declaração de Importação — DI) would require evidence of valid INMETRO certification (Certificado de Conformidade), and products imported without a valid certificate could be blocked at customs. The applicable NCM (Nomenclatura Comum do Mercosul — Mercosur Common Nomenclature, based on HS codes) tariff classifications for EV chargers are: 8504.40.10 or 8504.40.40 (electric power supply units / static converters for EV charging), though the specific NCM should be confirmed with a licensed customs broker (despachante aduaneiro) as classification can vary by product configuration.SISCOMEX — Sistema Integrado de Comércio Exterior (Brazil's integrated import/export registration system; mandatory for all imports)
Lei No. 9.279/1996 and INMETRO regulations — compulsory certification as import condition for regulated products
NCM 8504.40 — Static converters including EV chargers (Mercosul Common Nomenclature — confirm specific subheading with licensed customs broker)		 Whether INMETRO certification is a confirmed precondition for SISCOMEX import clearance specifically for EVSE must be verified — no confirmed INMETRO compulsory EVSE scheme could be established as of 2026-06-12. SISCOMEX registration itself is mandatory for all imports regardless. Additional import considerations: (1) Brazilian import documentation must be in Portuguese; (2) a licensed Brazilian importer or distributor (importador) is required — direct import by a foreign manufacturer without a registered Brazilian legal entity is not permitted for regulated products; (3) Brazil applies import duties (II), IPI (industrial products tax), and ICMS (state goods and services tax) to EV chargers, increasing landed cost; (4) RADAR (SISCOMEX registration for importers) must be active for the Brazilian importing entity.[INFORMATIONAL — UNCONFIRMED] SISCOMEX registration is mandatory for all Brazil imports. Whether a valid INMETRO Certificado de Conformidade is a confirmed precondition for EVSE import clearance must be verified at portaria.inmetro.gov.br — this could not be confirmed as of 2026-06-12. A licensed Brazilian importer must handle import customs. Portuguese-language documentation is required. Import duties (II, IPI, ICMS) apply and materially affect landed cost. NCM classification should be confirmed with a licensed customs broker. MDIC — Ministério do Desenvolvimento, Indústria, Comércio e Serviços (Brazil)2026-06-12 · unverified
Brazilian Product Labelling — Portuguese Language Requirements and INMETRO Mark Chinese products destined for domestic sale carry Chinese-language labelling under GB 191 (Packaging — Pictorial markings for handling) and product-specific GB labelling standards. For export, Chinese manufacturers are responsible for compliance with destination-country labelling requirements. Chinese-language-only labels or labels using Chinese-specific regulatory marks (CCC mark, CQC mark) are not acceptable for the Brazilian market. The INMETRO mark and Anatel homologation number are Brazil-specific requirements with no Chinese equivalent.GB 191-2008 — Packaging — Pictorial markings for handling (Chinese export labelling reference; does not substitute for Brazilian requirements)
SAMR/CNCA CCC mark requirements — Chinese mandatory certification mark; not valid in Brazil		 Products sold in Brazil must carry labelling in Portuguese (Brazilian Portuguese — Português do Brasil). For EV charging equipment, the label must include: (1) the INMETRO conformity mark (Marca de Conformidade INMETRO) or reference to the Certificado de Conformidade number; (2) manufacturer name and Brazilian importer/representative information; (3) electrical ratings (voltage: 127 V / 220 V, frequency: 60 Hz, current rating, power rating) in Portuguese; (4) for wireless-enabled chargers, the Anatel homologation number; (5) safety warnings in Portuguese; (6) country of origin. The Código de Defesa do Consumidor (Consumer Defence Code — Lei No. 8.078/1990) requires all product information to be provided in Portuguese for consumer goods sold in Brazil.Lei No. 8.078/1990 — Código de Defesa do Consumidor (Consumer Defence Code — mandates Portuguese labelling for products sold in Brazil)
INMETRO labelling requirements — Certificado de Conformidade number or INMETRO mark on product label (per applicable INMETRO Portaria for EV charging equipment)
Anatel Resolução No. 715/2019 — Requires Anatel homologation number on label of products with wireless modules		 Chinese EV charger labels are in Chinese and carry Chinese regulatory marks (CCC, CQC) that are not recognised in Brazil. For Brazilian market entry, exporters must: (1) produce new labels in Brazilian Portuguese meeting all INMETRO, Anatel, and Consumer Code requirements; (2) display the INMETRO mark from the Certificado de Conformidade; (3) list the Brazilian importer's name and address; (4) show voltage and frequency ratings for Brazilian grid (127 V / 220 V, 60 Hz) — which also reflects the hardware must be adapted for 60 Hz; (5) include Anatel homologation number if wireless modules are present. Labels should be reviewed by a local Brazilian compliance consultant to ensure full Consumer Code compliance.[INFORMATIONAL] Brazilian product labelling must be in Portuguese and must carry the INMETRO conformity mark (or certificate number reference) and Anatel homologation number (if wireless-enabled). Chinese-language labels with CCC marks are not accepted. Labelling must reflect Brazilian electrical ratings (127 V / 220 V, 60 Hz). Review by a local Brazilian compliance consultant is strongly recommended before printing production labels. Planalto.gov.br — Presidência da República (Brazil) — official consolidated text of Lei No. 8.078/19902026-06-12 · unverified
Electrical Safety — INMETRO Compulsory Certification for EV Charging Equipment China's equivalent standard is GB/T 18487.1-2015 (Electric vehicle conductive charging system — General requirements), which is technically based on IEC 61851-1 but contains national deviations. For DC stations, GB/T 18487.5-2024 applies. Mandatory certification in China is under the CCC (China Compulsory Certification) scheme administered by CNCA, which became mandatory for EV charging equipment from 1 March 2025 under CNCA-C25-01:2024. Chinese CCC or CQC certificates issued under GB/T 18487.1 are NOT recognised under the Brazilian INMETRO conformity assessment pathway.GB/T 18487.1-2015 — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — General requirements (SAMR/SAC; technically based on IEC 61851-1 with national deviations)
GB/T 18487.5-2024 — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — Part 5: DC charging system (current DC system standard)
CNCA-C25-01:2024 — CCC mandatory certification for EV charging equipment (effective 1 March 2025)		 No confirmed INMETRO compulsory certification scheme specifically for EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) could be verified as of 2026-06-12 — this area is actively evolving. ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1 (General requirements for EV conductive charging systems) and ABNT NBR IEC 61851-23 (DC EV charging station) are the applicable Brazilian technical standards for EV chargers. If an INMETRO compulsory Portaria covering EVSE has been issued or comes into force, certification would be administered through an OCP (Organismo de Certificação de Produtos) accredited by INMETRO/CGCRE, with testing by an INMETRO-recognised laboratory (OL). Exporters must verify the current INMETRO portal (portaria.inmetro.gov.br) for any active compulsory Portaria specifically listing EVSE before drawing compliance conclusions.ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1:2013 (and amendments) — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — Part 1: General requirements (Brazilian adoption of IEC 61851-1)
ABNT NBR IEC 61851-23 — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — Part 23: DC EV charging station (Brazilian adoption of IEC 61851-23)
INMETRO Portaria applicable to EV charging infrastructure — compulsory certification requirement (Note: as of 2026-06-12, INMETRO's specific Portaria number for EV chargers should be confirmed at portaria.inmetro.gov.br; this area is subject to regulatory updates)		 A confirmed INMETRO compulsory certification scheme specifically for EVSE could not be verified (as of 2026-06-12; the framework is actively evolving). The applicable technical standards are ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1 and NBR IEC 61851-23. If a compulsory Portaria is confirmed, Chinese CCC or GB/T 18487.1 test reports would not be accepted as equivalent under the Brazilian pathway. Key documentation considerations: Portuguese-language product labelling and technical instructions are required regardless of certification scheme status; compliance with ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1 is the technical baseline. Exporters should verify the current applicable Portaria at portaria.inmetro.gov.br before initiating market entry, as INMETRO is actively updating its EV-related regulatory framework.[INFORMATIONAL — UNCONFIRMED] No confirmed INMETRO compulsory certification scheme specifically for EVSE could be verified (framework actively evolving); ABNT NBR IEC 61851/62196 are the applicable standards. Exporters must verify the current status of any INMETRO Portaria covering EVSE at portaria.inmetro.gov.br before drawing compliance conclusions. If a compulsory scheme is confirmed, Chinese GB/T 18487.1 or CCC certificates would not satisfy the Brazilian conformity assessment pathway. Product documentation and labelling must be in Portuguese regardless of certification scheme status. INMETRO — Instituto Nacional de Metrologia, Qualidade e Tecnologia (Brazil)2026-06-12 · unverified
AC and DC EV Charging System Safety — ABNT NBR IEC 61851 Series China's GB/T 18487.1-2015 corresponds to IEC 61851-1 (the same IEC base standard adopted by ABNT as NBR IEC 61851-1), but with Chinese national deviations recorded in the standard. The technical content overlaps substantially, but test reports issued under GB/T 18487.1 by Chinese CNAS labs are not accepted as substitutes for INMETRO-scheme testing under ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1. The specific Chinese deviations must be assessed against Brazilian requirements; where deviations apply, additional testing may be required.GB/T 18487.1-2015 — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — General requirements (based on IEC 61851-1:2010 with national deviations)
GB/T 18487.5-2024 — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — Part 5: DC charging system (current DC standard)		 ABNT (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas) adopts IEC standards as Brazilian national standards under the NBR IEC designation. For EV charging equipment, the key standards are ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1 (general requirements covering AC Modes 1–3 and DC Mode 4 conductive charging) and ABNT NBR IEC 61851-23 (DC EV charging station requirements). These cover protection against electric shock, insulation coordination, pilot signal and control functions, interlock requirements, temperature ratings, and overcurrent/overvoltage protection. Compliance with these standards is required to obtain INMETRO certification.ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1:2013 — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — Part 1: General requirements (Brazilian adoption of IEC 61851-1:2010; check ABNT catalogue for any updated edition)
ABNT NBR IEC 61851-23 — Electric vehicle conductive charging system — Part 23: DC EV charging station (Brazilian adoption; check ABNT catalogue for edition year)		 Although both GB/T 18487.1 and ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1 are derived from the same IEC 61851-1 base, the key gap is the certification pathway, not the technical standard content. Testing must be performed by an INMETRO-recognised OL laboratory and certification issued by an INMETRO-accredited OCP. Additional attention is needed for: (1) Brazilian grid voltage/frequency characteristics (220 V / 127 V, 60 Hz — different from China's 220 V, 50 Hz); (2) specific connector type requirements (see evbr-connector); (3) Portuguese documentation requirements. Chinese GB/T test reports may be used as supporting data in some OCP processes but cannot replace INMETRO-scheme test reports.[INFORMATIONAL] ABNT NBR IEC 61851-1 (and NBR IEC 61851-23 for DC) are the applicable safety standards for EV charging equipment in Brazil. Whether a confirmed INMETRO compulsory certification scheme specifically for EVSE is in force must be verified at portaria.inmetro.gov.br — this could not be confirmed as of 2026-06-12. Chinese GB/T 18487.1 shares the same IEC root but differs in national deviations. Brazilian 60 Hz grid frequency (vs. China 50 Hz) is a hardware consideration that must be verified. ABNT — Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas2026-06-12 · unverified

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