HS 5503.90: Fibres; synthetic staple fibres, of synthetic materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5503, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 5503.90 covers fibres; synthetic staple fibres, of synthetic materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5503, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 3 Brazilian NCM codes with import duty (II) ranging from 0%–14.4%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $92.4M worth of these products, with China as the leading supplier.
EU-Mercosur impact
Gradual tariff reduction over 10 years for finished fabrics. Raw fibers see 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 5503.90
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5503.90.10 | Bicomponentes, de diferentes pontos de fusão | 0% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
| 5503.90.20 | De poli(álcool vinílico) | 0% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
| 5503.90.90 | Outras | 14.4% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
How to import fibres; synthetic staple fibres, of synthetic materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5503, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 3 NCM codes under HS 5503.90. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading range from 0%–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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