HS 2606.00: Aluminium ores and concentrates
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 2606.00 covers aluminium ores and concentrates under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 3 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 0%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $6.8M worth of these products, with Spain as the leading supplier.
EU-Mercosur impact
Most ores already duty-free. Minimal change from the agreement.
Brazil imports — 2024
Source: UN Comtrade$6.8M
Total CIF value
5
Exporting countries
Top exporters to Brazil
1Spain
$2.8M42%
2China
$2.4M35.5%
3Guyana
$1.2M17.6%
4China, Hong Kong SAR
$330K4.9%
5USA
$3K0%
CIF values in USD. Percentage = share of Brazil's total imports for this HS heading.
NCM codes under HS 2606.00
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2606.00.11 | Não calcinada | 0% | NT | — | Calculate → |
| 2606.00.12 | Calcinada | 0% | NT | — | Calculate → |
| 2606.00.90 | Outros | 0% | NT | — | Calculate → |
How to import aluminium ores and concentrates into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 3 NCM codes under HS 2606.00. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 0%. 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.
Brazil Import Taxes Explained
Complete guide to the 7 cascading taxes on every import.
How to Export to Brazil
Step-by-step guide for foreign companies.
Calculate your landed cost
Enter CIF value and get a breakdown of all 7 Brazilian import taxes for HS 2606.00.