HS 0308.19: Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 0308.19 covers aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 1 Brazilian NCM code with import duty (II) of 9%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction.
Regulatory agencies
Products under this heading may require pre-approval before customs clearance. Learn more
EU-Mercosur impact
Most fishery products will see tariff elimination over 10 years. EU aquaculture exports (salmon, cod) benefit significantly.
NCM codes under HS 0308.19
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0308.19.00 | -- Outros | 9% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
How to import aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers (stichopus japonicus, holothuroidea), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 1 NCM code under HS 0308.19. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading are 9%. 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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