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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 28›HS 2835.31

NCM 2835.31.90

Polyphosphates; sodium triphosphate (sodium tripolyphosphate), whether or not chemically defined

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

9%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
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NCM 2835.31.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for polyphosphates; sodium triphosphate (sodium tripolyphosphate), whether or not chemically defined. This code carries 9% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 2835.31.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 28Inorganic chemicals; compounds of precious metals
2835Phosphinates (hypophosphites), phosphonates (phosphites), and phosphates; and polyphosphates, whether or not chemically defined
2835.31Polyphosphates; sodium triphosphate (sodium tripolyphosphate), whether or not chemically defined
2835.31.90
Polyphosphates; sodium triphosphate (sodium tripolyphosphate), whether or not chemically defined

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 2835.31.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
9%
IPIExcise tax
0%
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 2835.31

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $61.2M of products under HS heading 2835.31 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$50.4M82.4%
2Belgium
$7.9M12.9%
3Mexico
$1.2M2%
4Russian Federation
$816K1.3%
5China, Hong Kong SAR
$547K0.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2835.31 details →

Regulatory agencies

ANVISAIBAMAExército

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Most industrial chemicals see tariff elimination over 7-10 years. Already relatively low tariffs (0-8%).

Other NCM codes under HS 2835.31

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2835.31.10Grau alimentício, de acordo com o estabelecido pela Food and Agriculture Organization - Organização Mundial da Saúde (FAO - OMS) ou pelo Food Chemical Codex (FCC)9%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2835.31.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2835.31.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 9%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), 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, IBAMA, Exército. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

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