Australia vs Brazil: Solar Import Comparison 2026
Compare every aspect of importing solar panels to Australia and Brazil β tariffs, certifications, logistics, and market dynamics side by side.
Both Australia and Brazil offer distinct import dynamics. Review the metrics below to pick the right sourcing strategy for your project.
| Metric | π Australia Oceania | π Brazil South America |
|---|---|---|
| Import Duty | 0% (via ChAFTA with China) | 0% (solar panel import duty suspended since 2017) |
| Anti-Dumping | None | None |
| VAT / Sales Tax | 10% GST | ICMS 0-18% (varies by state), PIS/COFINS varies |
| CBAM Applicable | β No | β No |
| Main Ports | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Fremantle (Perth) | Santos, ItajaΓ, Rio Grande, Suape |
| Typical Lead Time | 20-28 days sea freight from Shanghai | 40-50 days sea freight from Shanghai |
| Preferred Incoterms | CIF Sydney/Melbourne, DDP | CIF Santos, CIF ItajaΓ |
| Top Brands | JinkoSolar, LONGi, Trina Solar, Canadian Solar, Q CELLS | JinkoSolar, Canadian Solar (Brazil assembly), BYD, Trina Solar, LONGi |
| Popular Wattage | 440-500W mono (residential is 70% of market), 580-620W bifacial (C&I) | 550-580W bifacial (utility), 450-550W (rooftop) |
| Q1 2026 Landed Price | Landed CIF Sydney TOPCon 580W: ~$0.10-0.12/W. CEC-approved brands command 5-8% premium. | Landed CIF Santos TOPCon 560W: ~$0.11-0.13/W (Q1 2026). INMETRO certification lead time 4-6 weeks for new models. |
Regulatory Notes
π Australia
World's highest residential solar penetration (35%+ of homes). CEC approval is DE-FACTO requirement β only CEC-approved modules qualify for Small-scale Technology Certificate (STC) rebate, which is ~30% of system cost. Cyclone-rated mounting required in QLD/NT.
π Brazil
Brazil is Latin America's largest solar market. Distributed generation (DG) exploded under Law 14.300 (2022). Balance before shipment required (payment risk high for new buyers). ICMS tax benefits in 12 states for solar investments.
JUST SOLAR β Australia Delivery
JUST SOLAR supplies all major Australian distributors β all modules CEC-approved with AS/NZS 5033 compliance documentation.
JUST SOLAR β Brazil Delivery
JUST SOLAR ships CIF Santos biweekly β full INMETRO certification, balance-before-shipment terms for Brazilian market (no BL copy payments).
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