HS 5402.19: Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; other than aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

HS 5402.19 covers yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; other than aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 2 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 18%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $71.0M worth of these products, with China as the leading supplier.

How to import yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity nylon or other polyamides, textured or not; other than aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread into Brazil

1. Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 2 NCM codes under HS 5402.19. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
2. Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 18%. This is the base rate before other taxes.
3. Calculate the full landed cost — Brazil charges 7 cascading taxes on imports: II, IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS, AFRMM, and Siscomex fee.
4. Verify regulatory requirements — check if ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA, or other agencies require pre-clearance for your product.