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10,515 NCM codes · 5,612 HS headings
Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 12›HS 1206.00

NCM 1206.00.10

Oil seeds; sunflower seeds, whether or not broken

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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Import Duty (II)
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NCM 1206.00.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for oil seeds; sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and no IPI (tax not levied). EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 1206.00.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 12Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains
1206Sunflower seeds; whether or not broken
1206.00Oil seeds; sunflower seeds, whether or not broken
1206.00.10
Oil seeds; sunflower seeds, whether or not broken

Official Brazilian text: Para semeadura (sementeira)

Tax breakdown for NCM 1206.00.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
IPIExcise tax
NT
PIS/COFINSSocial contributions
11.75%
ICMSState VAT — varies by state
17–20%
AFRMMMaritime freight surcharge
8%
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Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.

Trade overview — HS 1206.00

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $16.3M of products under HS heading 1206.00 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Argentina
$8.6M53.1%
2Bulgaria
$5.5M33.6%
3Bolivia (Plurinational State of)
$2.0M12.4%
4USA
$76K0.5%
5Chile
$39K0.2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 1206.00 details →

Regulatory agencies

MAPA

Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.

EU-Mercosur impact

Seeds for sowing generally duty-free already. Hop pellets benefit from tariff reduction.

Other NCM codes under HS 1206.00

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
1206.00.90Outras7.2%NTCalculate →

How to import NCM 1206.00.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 1206.00.10 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, but Brazil adds IPI (NT), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
  3. Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from MAPA. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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Regulatory Agencies

ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?

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