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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 29›HS 2915.70

NCM 2915.70.20

Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

10.8%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
—
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NCM 2915.70.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters. 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 6 NCM codes under HS heading 2915.70.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 29Organic chemicals
2915Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
2915.70Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters
2915.70.20
Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters

Official Brazilian text: Ácido esteárico

Tax breakdown for NCM 2915.70.20

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 2915.70

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $45.6M of products under HS heading 2915.70 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Malaysia
$13.1M28.6%
2China
$10.2M22.3%
3Indonesia
$7.7M16.9%
4India
$3.0M6.6%
5USA
$2.1M4.7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2915.70 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 2915.70

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2915.70.11Ácido palmítico0%0%Calculate →
2915.70.19Outros10.8%0%Calculate →
2915.70.31De zinco10.8%0%Calculate →
2915.70.39Outros10.8%0%Calculate →
2915.70.40Ésteres do ácido esteárico10.8%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2915.70.20 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2915.70.20 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.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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Regulatory Agencies

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