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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 29›HS 2905.12

NCM 2905.12.20

Alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

10.8%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
—
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NCM 2905.12.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol). This code carries 10.8% 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 2905.12.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 29Organic chemicals
2905Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
2905.12Alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)
2905.12.20
Alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)

Official Brazilian text: Álcool isopropílico

Tax breakdown for NCM 2905.12.20

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
10.8%
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 2905.12

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $73.2M of products under HS heading 2905.12 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1USA
$58.7M80.2%
2South Africa
$6.3M8.6%
3China
$3.9M5.3%
4Germany
$1.6M2.2%
5Netherlands
$663K0.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2905.12 details →

Regulatory agencies

ANVISAIBAMAExército

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 2905.12

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2905.12.10Álcool propílico0%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2905.12.20 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2905.12.20 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 10.8%, 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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