HS 7903.90: Zinc; powders and flakes
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
HS 7903.90 covers zinc; powders and flakes under Brazil's NCM classification. This heading maps to 1 Brazilian NCM code with import duty (II) of 5.4%. Under the EU-Mercosur agreement, EU-origin products in this category benefit from progressive tariff reduction. In 2024, Brazil imported $1.7M worth of these products, with Japan as the leading supplier.
Brazil imports — 2024
Source: UN Comtrade$1.7M
Total CIF value
10
Exporting countries
Top exporters to Brazil
1Japan
$1.3M79.3%
2Germany
$173K10.5%
3Argentina
$105K6.3%
4USA
$38K2.3%
5Australia
$19K1.2%
6Belgium
$5K0.3%
7Norway
$9480.1%
8Switzerland
$6000%
CIF values in USD. Percentage = share of Brazil's total imports for this HS heading.
NCM codes under HS 7903.90
| NCM Code | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | Ex-Tarif. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7903.90.00 | - Outros | 5.4% | 0% | — | Calculate → |
How to import zinc; powders and flakes into Brazil
- Confirm the NCM code — the table above shows 1 NCM code under HS 7903.90. Your Brazilian customs broker will determine the exact 8-digit NCM.
- Check the import duty — rates for this heading are 5.4%. 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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