HS 3212.90: Pigments; of a kind used in the manufacture of paints, other than stamping foils
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 3212.90 covers pigments; of a kind used in the manufacture of paints, other than stamping foils under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 2 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 12.6%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $46.1M worth of these products, with Germany as the leading supplier.
Regulatory agencies
Products under this heading may require pre-approval before customs clearance. Learn more
EU-Mercosur impact
Tariff elimination over 7-10 years. European specialty coatings and inks benefit.
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 3212.90
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3212.90.10 | Alumínio em pó ou em lamelas, empastado com solvente do tipo hidrocarbonetos, com um teor de alumínio igual ou superior a 60 %, em peso | 12.6% | 6.5% | — | Calculate → |
| 3212.90.90 | Outros | 12.6% | 6.5% | — | Calculate → |
How to import pigments; of a kind used in the manufacture of paints, other than stamping foils into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 2 NCM codes under HS 3212.90. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 12.6%. 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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