NCM 2909.49.21
Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 2909.4
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 2909.49.21 is the Brazilian tariff code for ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 2909.4. This code carries 12.6% 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 2909.49.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Trietilenoglicol
Tax breakdown for NCM 2909.49.21
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 2909.49
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $76.3M of products under HS heading 2909.49 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2909.49 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 2909.49
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2909.49.10 | Guaifenesina | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.22 | Tetraetilenoglicol | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.23 | Pentaetilenoglicol e seus éteres | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.24 | Éter fenílico do etilenoglicol | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.29 | Outros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.31 | Dipropilenoglicol | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.32 | Éteres do mono-, di- e tripropilenoglicol | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.39 | Outros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.41 | Éter etílico do butilenoglicol | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.49 | Outros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.50 | Álcoois fenoxibenzílicos | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2909.49.90 | Outros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 2909.49.21 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2909.49.21 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 12.6%, 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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