HS 3912.31: Cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary forms
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 3912.31 covers cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary forms under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 4 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 $62.5M worth of these products, with Colombia as the leading supplier.
Regulatory agencies
Products under this heading may require pre-approval before customs clearance. Learn more
EU-Mercosur impact
Industrial plastics see tariff elimination over 7-10 years. Raw resins benefit from faster reduction.
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 3912.31
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3912.31.11 | Com um teor de carboximetilcelulose igual ou superior a 75 %, em peso | 12.6% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
| 3912.31.19 | Outros | 12.6% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
| 3912.31.21 | Com um teor de sais igual ou superior a 75 %, em peso | 12.6% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
| 3912.31.29 | Outros | 12.6% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
How to import cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary forms into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 4 NCM codes under HS 3912.31. 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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