NCM 1704.90.90
Sugar confectionery; (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 1704.90.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for sugar confectionery; (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa. This code carries 18% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 1704.90.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outros
Tax breakdown for NCM 1704.90.90
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 1704.90
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $94.0M of products under HS heading 1704.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 1704.90 details →
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
Heavily protected. Minimal tariff concessions for raw sugar. Some reduction for specialty products.
Other NCM codes under HS 1704.90
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1704.90.10 | Chocolate branco | 18% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 1704.90.20 | Caramelos, confeitos, dropes, pastilhas, e produtos semelhantes | 18% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 1704.90.90 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 1704.90.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 18%, but Brazil adds IPI (3.25%), 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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Regulatory Agencies
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