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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 29›HS 2918.30

NCM 2918.30.31

Acids; carboxylic acids, (with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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NCM 2918.30.31 is the Brazilian tariff code for acids; carboxylic acids, (with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives. 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 8 NCM codes under HS heading 2918.30.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 29Organic chemicals
2918Acids; carboxylic acid with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
2918.30Acids; carboxylic acids, (with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives
2918.30.31
Acids; carboxylic acids, (with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives

Official Brazilian text: Ácido deidrocólico

Tax breakdown for NCM 2918.30.31

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
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 2918.30

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $89.0M of products under HS heading 2918.30 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$35.3M39.7%
2Germany
$21.0M23.6%
3India
$9.6M10.8%
4USA
$8.6M9.6%
5Spain
$6.7M7.5%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2918.30 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 2918.30

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2918.30.10Cetoprofeno0%0%Calculate →
2918.30.20Butirilacetato de metila0%0%Calculate →
2918.30.32Deidrocolato de sódio0%0%Calculate →
2918.30.33Deidrocolato de magnésio0%0%Calculate →
2918.30.39Outros0%0%Calculate →
2918.30.40Acetilacetato de 2-nitrometilbenzilideno0%0%Calculate →
2918.30.90Outros0%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2918.30.31 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2918.30.31 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. 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.
  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

ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?

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