HS 2903.45: Saturated fluorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) and 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134)
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 2903.45 covers saturated fluorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) and 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134) under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 2 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 $107.9M worth of these products, with China as the leading supplier.
Regulatory agencies
Products under this heading may require pre-approval before customs clearance. Learn more
EU-Mercosur impact
Gradual tariff elimination over 7-10 years. Pharmaceutical intermediates benefit significantly.
Brazil imports — 2024
Source: UN ComtradeTop exporters to Brazil
CIF values in USD. Percentage = share of Brazil's total imports for this HS heading.
NCM codes under HS 2903.45
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2903.45.10 | 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroetano (HFC-134a) | 0% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
| 2903.45.20 | 1,1,2,2-Tetrafluoroetano (HFC-134) | 0% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
How to import saturated fluorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (hfc-134a) and 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane (hfc-134) into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 2 NCM codes under HS 2903.45. 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.
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