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10,515 NCM codes · 5,612 HS headings
Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 22›HS 2208.30

NCM 2208.30.90

Whiskies

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

18%
Import Duty (II)
19.5%
IPI
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NCM 2208.30.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for whiskies. This code carries 18% import duty (II) and 19.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 2208.30.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 22Beverages, spirits and vinegar
2208Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages
2208.30Whiskies
2208.30.90
Whiskies

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 2208.30.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
18%
IPIExcise tax
19.5%
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 2208.30

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $422.1M of products under HS heading 2208.30 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1United Kingdom
$360.9M85.5%
2USA
$51.3M12.1%
3France
$5.7M1.3%
4Ireland
$2.5M0.6%
5Japan
$1.0M0.2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2208.30 details →

Regulatory agencies

ANVISAMAPA

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Wine has a TRQ of 75,000 hectoliters at reduced rates. Spirits see gradual tariff reduction over 10-12 years.

Other NCM codes under HS 2208.30

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2208.30.10Com um teor alcoólico, em volume, superior a 50 % vol., em recipientes de capacidade igual ou superior a 50 l10.8%19.5%Calculate →
2208.30.20Em embalagens de capacidade inferior ou igual a 2 l18%19.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2208.30.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2208.30.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 18%, but Brazil adds IPI (19.5%), 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 ANVISA, 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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