HS 5509.11: Yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamides, not put up for retail sale

HS 5509.11 covers yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamides, not put up for retail sale under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 1 Brazilian NCM code with import duty (II) of 18%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $1.1M worth of these products, with China as the leading supplier.

How to import yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamides, not put up for retail sale into Brazil

1. Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 1 NCM code under HS 5509.11. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
2. Check the import duty — rates for this heading are 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.