HS 7218.91: Steel, stainless; semi-finished products, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 7218.91 covers steel, stainless; semi-finished products, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 1 Brazilian NCM code with import duty (II) of 7.2%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $137K worth of these products, with USA as the leading supplier.
EU-Mercosur impact
Mixed — some products liberalized, others subject to safeguards. Anti-dumping remains independent of the FTA.
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 7218.91
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7218.91.00 | -- De seção transversal retangular | 7.2% | 3.25% | — | Calculate → |
How to import steel, stainless; semi-finished products, of rectangular (other than square) cross-section into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 1 NCM code under HS 7218.91. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading are 7.2%. 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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