NCM 2904.10.40
Derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only sulpho groups, their salts and ethyl esters, whether or not halogenated
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 2904.10.40 is the Brazilian tariff code for derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only sulpho groups, their salts and ethyl esters, whether or not halogenated. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 13 NCM codes under HS heading 2904.10.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Ácido etanossulfônico; ácido etilenossulfônico
Tax breakdown for NCM 2904.10.40
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 2904.10
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $25.2M of products under HS heading 2904.10 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2904.10 details →
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
Gradual tariff elimination over 7-10 years. Pharmaceutical intermediates benefit significantly.
Other NCM codes under HS 2904.10
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2904.10.11 | Ácido metanossulfônico | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.12 | Metanossulfonato de chumbo | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.13 | Metanossulfonato de estanho | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.19 | Outros | 7.2% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.20 | Ácido dodecilbenzenossulfônico e seus sais | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.30 | Ácidos toluenossulfônicos; ácidos xilenossulfônicos; sais destes ácidos | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.51 | Naftalenossulfonatos de sódio | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.52 | Ácido beta-naftalenossulfônico | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.53 | Ácidos alquil- e dialquilnaftalenossulfônicos; sais destes ácidos | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.59 | Outros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.60 | Ácido benzenossulfônico e seus sais | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2904.10.90 | Outros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 2904.10.40 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2904.10.40 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), 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, IBAMA, Exército. 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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