NCM 0408.99.00
Eggs; birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), fresh, cooked by steaming or boiling in water, moulded, frozen, otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 0408.99.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for eggs; birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), fresh, cooked by steaming or boiling in water, moulded, frozen, otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This code carries 9% import duty (II) and no IPI (tax not levied). EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: -- Outros
Tax breakdown for NCM 0408.99.00
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
EU-Mercosur includes a TRQ of 30,000 tonnes for dairy. European PDO cheeses benefit from geographic indication protection in the agreement.
How to import NCM 0408.99.00 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 0408.99.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 9%, but Brazil adds IPI (NT), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from MAPA, ANVISA. Apply before shipping.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
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