HS 0106.49: Insects; live, other than bees
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 0106.49 covers insects; live, other than bees under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 1 Brazilian NCM code with import duty (II) of 3.6%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction.
Regulatory agencies
MAPA
Products under this heading may require pre-approval before customs clearance. Learn more
EU-Mercosur impact
Limited liberalization under EU-Mercosur. Mostly subject to tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) rather than full elimination.
NCM codes under HS 0106.49
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0106.49.00 | -- Outros | 3.6% | NT | — | Calculate → |
How to import insects; live, other than bees into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 1 NCM code under HS 0106.49. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading are 3.6%. This is the base rate before other taxes.
- Calculate the full landed cost — Brazil charges 7 cascading taxes on imports: II, IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS, AFRMM, and Siscomex fee.
- Verify regulatory requirements — check if ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA, or other agencies require pre-clearance for your product.
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