NCM 2916.39.20
Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, other than benzoic acid, its salts and esters, benzoyl peroxide and benzoyl chloride, phenylacetic acid and its salts
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 2916.39.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, other than benzoic acid, its salts and esters, benzoyl peroxide and benzoyl chloride, phenylacetic acid and its salts. 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 5 NCM codes under HS heading 2916.39.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Ibuprofeno
Tax breakdown for NCM 2916.39.20
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 2916.39
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $30.0M of products under HS heading 2916.39 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2916.39 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 2916.39
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2916.39.10 | Cloreto de 4-cloro-alfa-(1-metiletil)benzenoacetila | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2916.39.30 | Ácido 4-cloro-3-nitrobenzoico | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2916.39.40 | Perbenzoato de ter-butila | 10.8% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 2916.39.90 | Outros | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 2916.39.20 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2916.39.20 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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