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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 29›HS 2905.17

NCM 2905.17.30

Alcohols; saturated monohydric, dodecan-1-ol (lauryl alcohol), hexadecan-1-ol (cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (stearyl alcohol)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

10.8%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
—
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NCM 2905.17.30 is the Brazilian tariff code for alcohols; saturated monohydric, dodecan-1-ol (lauryl alcohol), hexadecan-1-ol (cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (stearyl 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 3 NCM codes under HS heading 2905.17.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 29Organic chemicals
2905Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
2905.17Alcohols; saturated monohydric, dodecan-1-ol (lauryl alcohol), hexadecan-1-ol (cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (stearyl alcohol)
2905.17.30
Alcohols; saturated monohydric, dodecan-1-ol (lauryl alcohol), hexadecan-1-ol (cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (stearyl alcohol)

Official Brazilian text: Álcool esteárico

Tax breakdown for NCM 2905.17.30

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 2905.17

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $26.9M of products under HS heading 2905.17 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1India
$10.4M38.7%
2USA
$9.1M33.6%
3Germany
$3.2M11.9%
4China
$2.0M7.3%
5Malaysia
$1.0M3.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2905.17 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 2905.17

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2905.17.10Álcool láurico0%0%Calculate →
2905.17.20Álcool cetílico10.8%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2905.17.30 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2905.17.30 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.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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Regulatory Agencies

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