HS 4801.00: Newsprint; made of fibres obtained essentially by a chemi-mechanical process or of a weight, per m2, of more than 57g but not more than 65g, in rolls or sheets
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 4801.00 covers newsprint; made of fibres obtained essentially by a chemi-mechanical process or of a weight, per m2, of more than 57g but not more than 65g, in rolls or sheets under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 3 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 5.4%–14.4%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $26.9M worth of these products, with Canada as the leading supplier.
EU-Mercosur impact
Tariff reduction over 7-10 years. European specialty paper manufacturers 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 4801.00
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4801.00.20 | Em folhas, nas que nenhum lado exceda 360 mm, quando não dobradas | 14.4% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
| 4801.00.30 | Outros, de peso inferior ou igual a 57 g/m2, em que 65 % ou mais, em peso, do conteúdo total de fibras seja constituído por fibras de madeiras obtidas por processo mecânico | 5.4% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
| 4801.00.90 | Outros | 10.8% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
How to import newsprint; made of fibres obtained essentially by a chemi-mechanical process or of a weight, per m2, of more than 57g but not more than 65g, in rolls or sheets into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 3 NCM codes under HS 4801.00. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 5.4%–14.4%. 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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