Country Guide
Exporting from Spain to Brazil
EU-Mercosur tariff elimination, GI protection for Spanish wines and olive oil, and leveraging cultural proximity for the Brazilian market.
EU-Mercosur: in force since May 2026Spain is one of Brazil's most important European trading partners, with deep cultural and linguistic ties. Spanish exports to Brazil combine industrial goods (machinery, vehicles, ceramics) with premium food and beverage products (olive oil, wine, Iberian ham). The EU-Mercosur agreement gives Spanish companies preferential tariff access and legal protection for iconic products like Rioja, Cava, and Jerez.
Your EU advantage + cultural proximity
Spanish companies benefit from EU-Mercosur tariff elimination, GI protection for premium products, and a natural cultural advantage — Spanish and Portuguese are mutually intelligible, giving Spanish exporters easier communication with Brazilian partners than any other European country.
Trade Data: Spain → Brazil
Source: UN Comtrade 2023Brazil reports 26.6% more imports from Spain than Spain reports in exports. This CIF/FOB spread is typical — Brazil values at CIF (including freight & insurance), while Spain values at FOB (port of departure). Large gaps can also indicate re-exports through third countries.
Top Spanish exports to Brazil by value
2023 FOB values in USD| # | Product | 2023 Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2710.12Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not containing biodiesel, not ... | $381.7M | Duties → |
| 2 | 3004.90Medicaments; consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004,... | $166.1M | Duties → |
| 3 | 3808.92Fungicides; other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 to this C... | $99.0M | Duties → |
| 4 | 1509.20Vegetable oils; olive oil and its fractions, extra virgin olive oil, whether or ... | $93.6M | Duties → |
| 5 | 8483.40Gears and gearing; (not toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission e... | $81.8M | Duties → |
| 6 | 3303.00Perfumes and toilet waters | $67.3M | Duties → |
| 7 | 7308.90Iron or steel; structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308 | $65.0M | Duties → |
| 8 | 2833.11Sodium sulphates; disodium sulphate | $54.6M | Duties → |
| 9 | 2710.19Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not containing biodiesel, not ... | $43.1M | Duties → |
| 10 | 8407.34Engines; reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehi... | $37.4M | Duties → |
| 11 | 2836.20Carbonates; disodium carbonate | $36.2M | Duties → |
| 12 | 3909.31Amino-resins; n.e.c. in heading no. 3909, in primary forms, poly(methylene pheny... | $35.7M | Duties → |
| 13 | 8411.12Turbo-jets; of a thrust exceeding 25kN | $34.9M | Duties → |
| 14 | 3103.11Fertilizers, mineral or chemical; phosphatic, superphosphates, containing by wei... | $32.4M | Duties → |
| 15 | 8708.99Vehicle parts and accessories; n.e.c. in heading no. 8708 | $32.3M | Duties → |
| 16 | 7315.82Chain; welded link chain, of iron or steel | $29.1M | Duties → |
| 17 | 8807.30Aircraft and spacecraft; parts of aeroplanes, helicopters or unmanned aircraft n... | $27.8M | Duties → |
| 18 | 7601.20Aluminium; unwrought, alloys | $27.6M | Duties → |
| 19 | 3207.10Pigments; prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations | $26.4M | Duties → |
| 20 | 0809.40Fruit, edible; plums and sloes, fresh | $23.6M | Duties → |
Values in USD, FOB (Spain port of departure). Trend compares 2023 vs 2022. Click any HS code for Brazil duty rates and Ex-Tarifário status.
Key product categories and tariff strategy
| Product | Current duty | EU-Mercosur | Ex-Tarifário? | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machinery Machine tools, pumps, compressors | 14% | 0% by 2036 | Many qualify | View HS 84 → |
| Vehicles & parts Cars (SEAT, Renault Spain), auto parts | 35% | TRQ + 15yr phase-out | Parts only | View HS 87 → |
| Olive oil Extra virgin, virgin, pomace | 10% | 0% in 10 years | No | View HS 15 → |
| Wine & spirits Rioja, Cava, Sherry, Brandy de Jerez | 20-27% | 0% in 10-12 years | No | View HS 22 → |
| Ceramics Ceramic tiles, sanitaryware, tableware | 14-18% | 0% by 2036 | No | View HS 69 → |
| Prepared foods Canned vegetables, olive preparations | 14-18% | 0% in 10 years | No | View HS 20 → |
| Electrical equipment Renewable energy components, cables | 14-18% | 0% by 2036 | IT/telecom qualify | View HS 85 → |
| Apparel Zara, Mango (fast fashion), footwear | 35% | 0% by 2041 | No | View HS 61 → |
Olive oil and Mediterranean foods
Spain is the world's largest olive oil producer, and Brazil is a growing consumer market. The EU-Mercosur agreement eliminates the 10% import duty on olive oil over 10 years — a game-changer for Spanish producers competing against Argentine olive oil (which enters duty-free as a Mercosur product).
- Olive oil (HS 1509): 10% duty phasing to 0% over 10 years
- Prepared olives: 14% duty phasing to 0%
- Cured meats: Jamón Ibérico, chorizo — TRQ access + phase-out. GI protection for Jamón de Huelva, Guijuelo
- Cheese: Manchego — GI protection + TRQ access (30,000t EU-wide cheese TRQ)
Wine, Cava & Sherry
Spanish wines are already popular in Brazil, and EU-Mercosur accelerates access:
- Still wine: 27% duty → 0% in 12 years
- Cava (sparkling): 20% duty → 0% in 10 years
- Sherry / Jerez: GI protection — Brazilian products cannot use the name
- Rioja, Priorat, Ribera del Duero: GI protection in Brazil under the agreement
Ceramics and construction materials
Spain is a global leader in ceramic tile production (Castellón cluster). Brazil is itself a major ceramics producer, but Spanish tiles compete in the premium segment:
- Ceramic tiles (HS 6907): 14% duty phasing to 0% under EU-Mercosur
- INMETRO certification required for construction ceramics sold in Brazil
- Competition: Brazilian ceramics (Santa Gertrudes, Portobello) dominate the mass market. Spanish tiles compete on design and large-format innovation
MAPA-authorized establishments
Source: SIGSIF/DIPOA575 Spanish facilities are authorized by Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture to export animal products.
Regulatory requirements
- ANVISA — food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals. AEMPS (Spanish) registration does not replace ANVISA. EU-Mercosur GMP mutual recognition may speed pharma approvals
- INMETRO — electrical equipment, construction materials, toys. CE marking does NOT replace INMETRO
- MAPA — olive oil, cured meats, dairy. Phytosanitary certificates required. EU-Mercosur SPS provisions should streamline procedures
?What is an NCM code?
NCM (Nomenclatura Comum do Mercosul) is Brazil's 8-digit tariff classification code. The first 6 digits match the international HS (Harmonized System) code — the remaining 2 are Mercosur-specific. Every import tax rate in Brazil is determined by the NCM code.
HS → NCM lookup tool?What is a CNPJ?
CNPJ (Cadastro Nacional da Pessoa Jurídica) is Brazil's national business registry number — equivalent to an EIN (US), Company Number (UK), or Handelsregisternummer (Germany). Every company that imports into Brazil must have a CNPJ.
CNPJ registration guide?What is RADAR?
RADAR (Registro e Rastreamento da Atuação dos Intervenientes Aduaneiros) is Receita Federal's mandatory import/export authorization. Your Brazilian buyer needs active RADAR before any goods can clear customs. It comes in three modalities with different value limits.
RADAR & customs clearance guidePractical next steps
- Find your product's NCM code — enter your TARIC or HS code
- Check EU-Mercosur tariff schedule — see when your product reaches 0%
- Check Ex-Tarifário status — immediate 0% for qualifying capital goods
- Calculate the full landed cost — all 7 Brazilian taxes included
- Contact the Cámara de Comercio Española en Brasil for market entry support