HS 6005.38: Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, yarns of different colours
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 6005.38 covers fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, yarns of different colours under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 1 Brazilian NCM code with import duty (II) of 26%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $4.4M worth of these products, with China as the leading supplier.
EU-Mercosur impact
Tariff reduction over 10 years. High current tariffs (18-26%) make this chapter significant.
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 6005.38
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6005.38.00 | -- Outros, de fios de diversas cores | 26% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
How to import fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, yarns of different colours into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 1 NCM code under HS 6005.38. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading are 26%. 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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