Brazil Sets Bitcoin Mining Equipment Import Tariff at 0% Until January 2028

On March 3, 2026, Brazil confirmed a zero import duty on high-efficiency Bitcoin miners approved on February 20, 2026, and valid until January 31, 2028. The measure targets SHA256 devices above 200 terahashes per second with efficiency better than 20 joules per terahash and could help renewable power producers deploy curtailed wind and solar output in mining. Engie is considering Bitcoin mining at its 895-megawatt Assu Sol solar plant as part of this emerging model for monetizing otherwise stranded electricity.