NCM 2508.70.00
Clays (excluding expanded clays of heading no. 6806); chamotte or dinas earths
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 2508.70.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for clays (excluding expanded clays of heading no. 6806); chamotte or dinas earths. This code carries 3.6% 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: - Barro cozido em pó (terra de chamotte) e terra de dinas
Tax breakdown for NCM 2508.70.00
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 2508.70
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $460K of products under HS heading 2508.70 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2508.70 details →
EU-Mercosur impact
Already low tariffs. Full elimination for most products within 4 years.
How to import NCM 2508.70.00 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2508.70.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 3.6%, 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 — check if your specific product requires ANVISA, INMETRO, or MAPA clearance.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
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