NCM 2401.20.20
Tobacco; partly or wholly stemmed or stripped
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 2401.20.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for tobacco; partly or wholly stemmed or stripped. This code carries 12.6% import duty (II) and 30% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 5 NCM codes under HS heading 2401.20.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Em folhas secas ou fermentadas tipo capeiro
Tax breakdown for NCM 2401.20.20
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 2401.20
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $104.7M of products under HS heading 2401.20 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2401.20 details →
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
Minimal concessions. Tobacco remains heavily regulated and taxed regardless of origin.
Other NCM codes under HS 2401.20
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2401.20.10 | Em folhas, sem secar nem fermentar | 12.6% | 30% | Calculate → |
| 2401.20.30 | Em folhas secas em secador de ar quente (flue cured), do tipo Virgínia | 12.6% | 30% | Calculate → |
| 2401.20.40 | Em folhas secas (light air cured), do tipo Burley | 12.6% | 30% | Calculate → |
| 2401.20.90 | Outros | 12.6% | 30% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 2401.20.20 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2401.20.20 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 12.6%, but Brazil adds IPI (30%), 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 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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